Online Nursing Administration Degree :: Accredited Universities

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) prepares you to assume advanced nursing specialty roles, opening doors to you for promotion and increased earning power. The nursing administration track prepares you to take on leadership roles in the rapidly changing healthcare environment, and it is ideal for nurses who want to pursue leadership careers in hospitals and other healthcare agencies. Throughout your program of study, you will complete courses in healthcare management and leadership in complex organizations. You will gain further knowledge by working with expert nurse leaders and completing a research study. The MSN program is fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). CCNE is a national autonomous accreditation agency officially recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education, which ensures the quality and integrity of baccalaureate and graduate education programs. This program is available throughout the United States.

Entry Requirements

Complete a baccalaureate degree with an upper division major in nursing from a program accredited by a nationally recognized nursing accrediting authority (CCNE or NLNAC).

Complete MAT with minimum score of 376; OR, alternate test: GRE with minimum score of Verbal Reasoning 140,
Quantitative Reasoning at 140, and Analytical Writing at 4.0.

Demonstrate a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) for the baccalaureate nursing degree.

Hold current RN license to practice professional nursing in the United States.

a. FNP must hold current valid RN license to practice professional nursing in Kansas.

Complete an undergraduate course in Health Assessment, Pathophysiology and Statistics (3 credit hour course each) with a grade of "B" or better.

Demonstrate aptitude and attitude for advanced professional nursing studies.

Additional Admission Requirements for Family Nurse Practitioner Track:

One full year of clinical experience (20-80 hours) as a practicing registered nurse.

International Applicants
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You as an international student must meet minimum English proficiency requirements before beginning coursework at Fort Hays State University.

TOEFL (paper-based version) - 550 +
TOEFL (computer-based version) - 213 +
TOEFL (internet-based version) - 79 +
IELTS - 6.5 +
iTEP - 5

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The Nursing Administration graduate program prepares nurses for administrative leadership and management roles in managed care, home healthcare, long-term care, professional and other health-related organizations. Program content focuses on management and organizational theory, ethical and legal issues, and healthcare delivery systems, as well as health policy, information systems, and the management of human, material, and fiscal resources. Graduates are employed as entry-level management of nursing personnel in hospitals, clinics, and private healthcare facilities.

Entry Requirements

Applicants to the master’s programs must have earned a
baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution of higher education and must provide an official transcript.

Students seeking admission to the Nursing Education Master’s degree program must hold a valid unrestricted nurse license.

International Applicants
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1. Applicants to a master’s program must provide proof
of a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent that has been
translated into English and evaluated by a credential
evaluation service.

2. Applicants must provide evidence of English proficiency
in one of the following ways: (i) minimum TOEFL
score of 550 paper-based or 213 computer-based or 79
iBT-based or (ii) 6.0 on IELTS.

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Indiana State University offers the master of science (M.S.) in nursing with a nursing administration concentration for students who are interested in advancing their education or careers to assume leadership roles in diverse health care and organizational settings.

1. The master of science is a 35-38 credit program that varies in length depending on the culminating experience course selected at the conclusion of the program.

2. All courses are offered online and clinical placement can be arranged in the student's community.

3. The program does not require on-campus visits and requires only high-speed internet access to facilitate course delivery.

4. The program can be completed in 2-2½ years with full-time study. Students also have the option of part study; however students are required to complete the program in 7 years.

Graduates of this program are qualified specialists having expertise to utilize a wealth of administration and executive skills to assume first-line, middle management, and leadership roles in diverse health care settings.

Knowledge and skills attained through this program include an emphasis in the following areas to meet the ANCC and AONE certification competencies:

-Strategic management
Knowledge of the clinical practice environment
Systems thinking
Human resource and relationship skills
Financial management
Health information technology and informatics
Health care policy evaluation

In applying these skills, instructors encourage students to be innovative and evidence-based in their approach to nursing to support the delivery of high quality, safe patient care.

As leaders in nursing education, research, and community engagement, ISU faculty have a collective vision to nurture innovation as we chart our path for the future. Our primary goal is to support our students in becoming an integral part of our learning community to address society's need for caring, knowledgeable, and scientifically well-prepared, nurse professionals. By building upon and expanding our students' knowledge and skills as professional registered nurses, the family nurse practitioner concentration prepares graduates to meet the ANCC and AANP certification competencies.

Entry Requirements

1. Earned bachelor’s degree in nursing from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program of nursing at
time of application. Students in an RN to BS nursing program may apply in their final semester of
studies

2. The equivalent of one year full-time RN experience (minimum of 1500 verifiable hours) at time of
application. This experience must have been completed within the last five years.

3. GPA 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale in undergraduate studies

4. Current, unencumbered licensure as a registered nurse in the state of practice

5. Resume or CV

6. Two professional and one academic reference

7. Maximum 500 word personal statement of professional goals that describes your leadership and
community service as a Registered Nurse and the ability to meet program competencies:
(http://www.indstate.edu/apn/nurse_admin/)

8. English as second language students must achieve the following TOEFL scores or greater:
TOEFL – 550 (PBT), 79-80 (IBT), or 213 (CBT). The Department of Advanced Practice Nursing
does not accept alternate English proficiency tests.

9. Meet all health clearances and criminal background checks, as required by ISU and your state of
practice

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Liberty University’s Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) Nurse Administration track prepares students who already have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing for employment or advancement in nursing leadership/management. Equipping students to demonstrate consultation and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and direct health care systems, courses integrate research and scholarship with advanced practices. Combine your passion for nursing and leadership by employing the nursing process to perform strategic planning, fiscal and resources management, and evaluation of outcomes. Liberty’s M.S.N. in Nursing Administration applies a Christian worldview and ethical decision making to advanced nursing practices.
Prior to enrollment in Liberty University Online's M.S.N. program, potential students are encouraged to research their respective State Boards of Nursing for information about clinical nurse specialist practice and certification relevant to the nurse practice act and requirements for certification. Prospective students should also contact their state’s Department of Education to verify access to practicum sites while enrolled in an out-of-state online program. Most M.S.N. courses are offered in an eight-week format year-round.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have completed bachelor's degree or its foreign equivalent.They must have above a 2.5 cumulative combined GPA for all accredited colleges attended.

International Applicants
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If you are an International applicant,following English language test should be required

TOEFL for international, non-English speaking candidates (score of 550 paper-based test, 253 computer-based test or 60 internet-based test)

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The Nursing Administration concentration provides a flexible learning environment and a highly individualized experience through which students gain a strong foundation in complex systems, organizational theory, financial management, and leadership practice.

Entry Requirements

1. Eligibility to practice as a Registered Nurse in Tennessee or the state in which the clinical assignments are completed. Appropriate licensure must be obtained during the first semester following admission to the program.

2. Bachelor's degree with an overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

3. TOEFL score of 600 if native language is not English.

4. Submission of all application documentation required by the Graduate School at the home campus to which the student is referred. Application requirements will vary slightly among the six TBR universities. Required documentation may include a resume or CV; a discussion of prior professional experience; future career goals; reasons for pursuing graduate study; and recommendations from persons familiar with the applicant's academic and professional background and experience in nursing practice, specifying in detail the applicant's capabilities for graduate study and for future practice as an advanced practice nurse.

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