Master of Science in Nursing
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The 51视频 Department of Nursing offers a master's program in nursing that emphasizes depth of knowledge and excellence in nursing in three areas of specialization: Adult Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing, Gerontological Nursing and Family Health Nursing.
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Part-Time Study
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Areas of Specialization
The objectives of the master’s program curriculum are to provide advanced practice nursing education which focuses on:
1. Health promotion of individuals, families and groups from diverse populations;
2. Management of health problems in collaboration with client, families, and health professionals;
3. Leadership in the profession; and
4. Research utilization for evidence-based practice.
The graduate program is designed for a four-semester, two-calendar year schedule, although part-time study is possible. Within each major area of specialization all students are prepared with knowledge and skills necessary for leadership in a variety of settings. Methods of inquiry, research and scholarly techniques are integral parts of the curriculum.
The master’s degree program educates graduates who are prepared to:
1. Practice in the advanced nursing role of the specialty
2. Collaborate with clients, peers, and other health professionals
3. Demonstrate leadership in the profession of nursing.
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Baccalaureate degree with a major in nursing from an accredited program
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An undergraduate scholastic average of 3.0 or better
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An introductory course in descriptive and inferential statistics
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Official scores on the Graduate Record Examination
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Licensed to practice nursing in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
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A pre-admission interview
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Three letters of recommendation pertaining to academic ability and professional competency
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Computer literacy
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Goal statement
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Official transcripts
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Completed application and fees
Additional Information
Students must carry malpractice liability insurance and CPR certification. Evidence of such must be provided. In addition, entering students are required to submit proof of the following to the University Health Services and Department of Nursing prior to registration:
1. Immunization for measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and tetanus-diphtheria,
2. Titers indicating immunity are acceptable for rubeola, rubella and mumps,
3. A negative Mantoux (TB) test or chest x-ray,
4. Hepatitis vaccine series or evidence of positive HbsAg titer,
5. Evidence of chicken pox, childhood history or titer,
6. The results of a physical examination using the official form from the University Health Service.
A minimum of 42 credits of course work will be required of all students. There are no formal language or comprehensive examination requirements. A research project or a thesis is required for graduation.
Students may be admitted for part-time study. Part-time students must meet the same admission requirements for graduate study as full-time students. Part-time students will meet with their assigned advisor and plan a schedule for their program of studies. This program of studies is planned by the end of the first semester so that placement in clinical nursing courses can be assured. Enrolling in courses as scheduled or changing courses requires approval from students’ advisors. Students planning to complete the total program on a part-time basis may face delays if they decide to change to full-time status after admission.
Semester I
33.600 Theoretical Foundations for Nursing 3
30.550 Human Development & Pathophysiology 3
33.552 Social, Cultural & Policy Issues in Health Care 3
33.651 Advanced Health Assessment 3
TOTAL: 12
Semester II
Specialty Theory I 4
Specialty Practicum I 3
33.559 Advanced Pharmacology 3
TOTAL: 10
Semester III
Specialty Theory II 4
Specialty Practicum II 3
33.601 Research Utilization 3
TOTAL: 10
Semester IV
Specialty Theory and Practicum III 4
Elective 3
33.733 Project -or- 33.734 Thesis 3
TOTAL: 10
This specialty focuses on promoting health of older adults during the process of normal aging and identifying and treating common health problems. Students develop advanced skills in communicating with older adults, health assessment, health teaching and nursing intervention and evaluation. Students are prepared as nurse practitioners and eligible to sit for the gerontological nurse practitioner certification exam.
Specialty courses:
33.610 Gerontological Nursing I
33.613 Gerontological Nursing Practicum I
33.611 Gerontological Nursing II
33.614 Gerontological Nursing Practicum II
33.612 Gerontological Nursing III
This specialty focuses on facilitating the health practices of families during the process of normal development and identifying and treating common health problems across the life span. Students develop advanced skills in communicating with families, health assessment, health teaching and nursing intervention and evaluation. Students are prepared as nurse practitioners and are eligible to sit for the family nurse practitioner certification exam.
Speciality Courses:
33.660 Family Health Nursing I
33.663 Family Health Nursing Practicum I
33.661 Family Health Nursing II
33.664 Family Health Nursing Practicum II
33.662 Family Health Nursing III
In a health promotion, risk-prevention framework, the NP/CS blended program is designed to prepare advanced practice psychiatric nurses with the ability to perform comprehensive health assessments. The program prepares advanced practice nurses as competent therapists who care for individuals, families, and groups in a variety of settings. Students are prepared to sit for the Adult Psychiatric/Mental Health Clinical Specialist, and/or Nurse Practitioner certification exams.
Speciality Courses:
33.620 Adult Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing I
33.623 Adult Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing Practicum I
33.621 Adult Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing II
33.624 Adult Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing Practicum II
33.622 Adult Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing III