Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.)
M.S.N. Program Requirements
Offered on the Beckley, Martinsburg and Orlando campuses through the School of Health Sciences
The program leading to the Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) prepares nurses for advanced practice roles in a variety of settings. The program benefits nurses who want to advance in their careers, seek a career change, or keep pace with the changing health care environment. The program offers excellent preparation to students who intend to continue their graduate-level studies as those who plan to apply their knowledge and skills in health care settings.
Most students within the program continue to work full or part time during their graduate studies, classes are offered in a variety of formats—weekly, every other week, and monthly—and such services as registration, advising, and library research assistance are available evenings as well as during the day. (Students in the nurse anesthesia concentration are unable to work during the program of study.)
The nursing program is accredited by the West Virginia State Board of Examiners for Registered Professional Nurses and by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 500, Atlanta GA 30326, tel 404.975.5000). The nurse anesthesia concentration is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs, 222 S Prospect Ave., Park Ridge IL 60668, 847.692.7050. The program’s next accreditation review by the COA is scheduled for October 2008.
The nursing administration and education (admin/ed) concentration prepares nurse managers and nurse administrators for first- or middle-level leadership positions in a variety of health care organizations, and nurse educators for teaching in any educational area. The program of study incorporates an interdisciplinary perspective by combining the two areas. Both coursework and clinical practice emphasize the development of leadership skills and the application of theories of leadership, education, concepts, informatics, and research.
The family nurse practitioner (FNP) concentration prepares nurses to become primary care practitioners who provide comprehensive care that includes health promotion, maintenance, and restoration for persons across the life span. Practitioners are able to provide a broad range of clinical preventive services to those who are well or at risk, as well as manage common episodic illnesses, injuries, and chronic illnesses. This practice is grounded within informatics and research as well as the ability to provide leadership. This concentration is available as a certificate for those who already hold an M.S.N.
The nurse anesthesia concentration prepares students to meet all requirements to take the Council on Certification for Nurse Anesthetists National Certification Exam. Successful completion of this exam qualifies graduates for state recognition or licensure as a CRNA. The nurse anesthesia concentration is available only on the Beckley campus and is also offered as a certificate for those who already have an M.S.N. The nurse anesthesia concentration is offered only on the Beckley campus.
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Key Features
- Flexible Learning Format
Convenient, accessible scheduling and adult-oriented learning environments.
- Regional Accreditation
The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.
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- Affordable Tuition
Full-time financial aid availability and reasonable costs.
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- Faculty
Academic credentials and real-world experience.
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* NOTE: The CRNA program is currently in a probationary status by action of the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA). We will not be admitting any new students until Spring 2010 pending a return to full accreditation status.
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