Degrees and Requirements

Master of Science in Nursing - Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL)

The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program builds on the knowledge and competencies of baccalaureate education. Graduate courses focus on the development of scholarly, critical thinkers and leaders who develop the skills necessary to transform knowledge into advanced practice. The Master of Science in Nursing program (MSN) is accredited by the:

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326 (404) 975-5000

MSN Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) The 42-credit on-line graduate program* prepares students for an advanced practice role across the continuum of care within any healthcare setting. The program requires 400 practicum hours in the healthcare setting. The CNL was developed by AACN in collaboration with leaders from healthcare practice and education to address the critical need to improve the quality of patient care outcomes. The CNL is a Master’s prepared nurse and an advanced generalist who provides care at the point of care to patients, families, and communities. CNLs are responsible for management and coordination of comprehensive client care and function primarily in the microsystem. The CNL is a leader in the healthcare delivery system in all settings in which healthcare is delivered. CNL practice will vary across settings. The CNL is not one of administration or management. The CNL assumes accountability for patient-care outcomes through the assimilation and application of evidence-based information to design, implement, and evaluate patient-care processes and models of care delivery. The CNL is a provider and manager of care at the point of care to individuals and cohorts of patients anywhere healthcare is delivered. * International students must meet the on-campus component for this program.

Summary of Requirements

YEAR ONE - FALL SEMESTER: 9 credits

• NURG5002

  NURG5002

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  PREREQUISITES:

  Graduate Nursing Students Only
• NURG5004

  NURG5004

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  PREREQUISITES:

  Graduate Nursing Students Only
• NURG5006

  NURG5006

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  PREREQUISITES:

  Graduate Nursing Students Only

YEAR ONE - SPRING SEMESTER: 10 credits

• NURG5007

  NURG5007

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  PREREQUISITES:

  Graduate Nursing Students Only
• NURG5009

  NURG5009

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  PREREQUISITES:

  Graduate Nursing Students Only
• NURG5023

  NURG5023

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  PREREQUISITES:

  Graduate Nursing Students Only

YEAR ONE - SUMMER SEMESTER: 8 credits

• NURG5012

  NURG5012

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  PREREQUISITES:

  Graduate Nursing Students Only
• NURG5025

  NURG5025

  Credits (Min/Max): /

  PREREQUISITES:

  Graduate Nursing Students Only & NURG5023

YEAR TWO - FALL SEMESTER: 7 credits

• NURG5017

  NURG5017

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  PREREQUISITES:

  Graduate Nursing Students Only
• NURG5027

  NURG5027

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  PREREQUISITES:

  Graduate Nursing Students Only

YEAR TWO - SPRING SEMESTER: 8 credits

• NURG5029

  NURG5029

  Credits (Min/Max): /

  PREREQUISITES:

  Graduate Nursing Students Only & NURG5025
• NURG6000

  NURG6000

  Credits (Min/Max): /

  PREREQUISITES:

  Graduate Students Only & NURG5002