Adult-Gerontology CNS-MSN to DNP Major

Onsite(online* with master’s degree CNS or NP)
    Applicants with MSN (CNL, Education, General) will be evaluated for online eligibility

The Adult-Gerontology (CNS) major prepares nurses as expert providers of care to patients/families across the continuum of healthcare services (from wellness through acute care). The CNS functions as a developer and manager of programs of care for populations of patients; as a leader, consultant, mentor, and change agent in advancing nurse practice; as a clinical outcomes manager who produces quality, cost-effective outcomes; as a leader of multidisciplinary groups in implementing innovative projects; and as a developer of research projects that test innovative practices.  Full- and part-time study is available. A minimum of 1000 clinical hours is required.

Clinical hours required will depend on the number of hours completed in student’s prior MSN degree. Graduates are eligible for national certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center or the American Association of Critical Care Nurses.

A sample program plan for full-time study is provided below. Depending on courses completed during the previous MSN program, additional coursework may be required.