Community Health Nursing

The Master of Science in Nursing degree with a specialty in Public Community Health Nursing prepares nurses for advanced practice in the care of vulnerable populations and communities. The goal of this program is to prepare clinical nurse specialists who will promote the health and well-being of populations and communities. Improving the health of populations and communities is addressed through community assessment, program planning and implementation, leadership strategies, health policy development, and program evaluation. Community partnerships and collaborations are emphasized throughout the curriculum. Upon completion of the Master�s program, students will be eligible to take the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) certification examination for the Clinical Specialist in Public Community Health Nursing.

Course Requirements: 47 Credits
Master’s Core Courses: 13 credits
Course	Title	Credits
NUR 6510	Health Economics, Policy, and Professional Issues for APNs	3
NUR 7015	Research for Evidence-Based Advanced Practice I	4
NUR 7018	Research for Evidence-Based Advanced Practice II	3
NUR 7105	Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Practice	3
Cognates: 16 credits
NUR 7545	Principles & Practices of Nursing Service Management	3
NUR XXXX	Complimentary & Alternative Medicine Therapies: Use in Professional Nursing Practice	3
SW 6540	Effects of Drugs & Alcohol: Social & Physical Function	3
FPH 7015	Biostatistics	4
FPH 7240	Epidemiology	3
Clinical Course Sequence: 18 credits
NUR 7840	Advanced Practice Nursing with Individuals/Communities	6
NUR 7855	Advanced Practice Nursing with Groups	6
NUR 7860	Advanced Practice Nursing with Families	6

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