Master of Science in Nursing
Nebraska Wesleyan is recognized as one of the leaders in nursing education in the state of Nebraska.
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree prepares students to be leaders in the field of nursing as nurse educators, administrators, leaders and managers. The curriculum offers students a choice between two tracks: one focusing on the nurse as educator and one on the nurse as leader and manager. Our highly qualified faculty makes personal attention to students an integral part of the MSN program.
The MSN program is open to two career paths: those who have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN to MSN) and those who are Registered Nurses (RN to MSN).
Objectives
The mission of the graduate Master of Science in Nursing program is to provide students with the advanced knowledge and practical techniques they will need to serve in their chosen fields of interest: one focusing on the nurse as educator and one on the nurse as leader and manager. The MSN also prepares students for the challenges of modern nursing through its overall emphasis on trans-cultural nursing, ethics, research and the application of knowledge and skills in a practice setting.
Career Opportunities
With an MSN degree, you can work in research, public health, and advanced levels of nursing administration, as well as a nurse educator. As a teacher you may work at community colleges and universities. Nurse educators combine clinical skills and knowledge together with their passion for teaching future nurses.
Degree Requirements
The BSN to MSN is a part-time, two-year program (24 months). In addition to required courses, MSN students choose a specialty area.
In the RN to MSN program, students will earn a BSN degree when degree requirements have been met. The RN to MSN program is designed for students who possess a record of academic excellence and wish to accelerate their progress toward earning a master’s degree. In addition to required courses, MSN students choose a specialty area.
Class Schedule
NWU offers an accelerated education program designed for working adults. Eight-week sessions, conducted one day a week in Lincoln and Omaha, are geared to your busy schedule.
Click here to download class schedule.
Application Process
See also, Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree and Post Masters Certificate in Nursing.
Accreditation
The Master of Science in Nursing Program is accredited by:
National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)
3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 500
Atlanta, GA 30326
Phone: 404.975.5000
Fax: 404.975.5020
http://www.nlnac.org
