2021-22 Graduate Academic Catalog

Page 70 2021–22 Graduate Academic Catalog School of Nursing Graduate Certificate in Nursing Leadership Graduate Certificate in Nursing Leadership Purpose Statement The graduate certificate in Nursing Leadership (NL) will prepare students to lead within a healthcare environment. The certificate program will allow students who are currently enrolled in a graduate nursing program or those who have completed a graduate nursing degree to add core knowledge related to quality and safety, organizational behavior, and strategic decision making within the healthcare system. Program Objectives Candidates who complete the Graduate Certificate in Nursing Leadership (NL) are equipped to: • Integrate a biblical worldview with knowledge from nursing science and related disciplines as a framework for nursing leadership. • Analyze healthcare organizational systems and apply leadership principles in healthcare delivery. • Integrate theory, research, principles of quality and safety, and biblical worldview in strategic decision-making processes. Program Delivery Cedarville University has designed the Graduate Certificate in Nursing Leadership (NL) to be flexible and responsive to student needs. Courses are offered fully online in seven-week sessions during the fall, spring, and summer terms. Graduate online course content will be available for student access the weekend prior to the start of the course. Course Requirements Course requirements include 12 semester hours as follows: NSG-6700 Managing Organizational Behavior..............................3 NSG-6710 Advancing Quality and Safety. .....................................3 NSG-6720 Leading Toward Excellence..........................................3 NSG-6730 Transforming Healthcare Through Strategic Decision-Making.........................................................................3 Accreditation The Graduate Certificate in Nursing Leadership is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and authorized by the Ohio Department of Higher Education. Admission Standards Cedarville University invites applications to the Graduate Certificate in Nursing Leadership (NL) from candidates who are currently enrolled in or have completed a graduate nursing degree from a regionally accredited or otherwise approved university, who are able to present strong academic records, and who have a profession of faith in Jesus Christ. Each candidate's application will be reviewed on an individual basis. In addition to the general admission requirements listed in the graduate admissions section of this catalog, applicants must meet the following requirements: • Have earned a B.S.N. undergraduate and graduate nursing grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. • Official transcripts of a baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited program. • Official transcripts of a graduate degree in nursing from an accredited program or current enrollment in an accredited graduate nursing program. • Evidence of computer proficiency or plan for learning informatics skills. • Evidence of current unrestricted licensure as a registered nurse in the United States for clinical experience in the United States. • Recommendations from a church leader and professional colleague. Recommendations from personal friends or family members will not be accepted. Admission Process and Timeframe Applicants should follow specific admission criteria found in the Admissions section of the graduate catalog. After an admission application is completed, applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis by the M.S.N. Admission, Progression, Retention Committee. Graduate Admissions will notify applicants of the admission decision. Tuition and Fees Tuition cost for the Graduate Certificate in Nursing Leadership (NL) courses for the 2021–22 academic year is $623 per semester credit. Audit is $312 per semester hour. Financial Aid Nursing Leadership courses completed for the graduate certificate, as a nondegree program, are not eligible for federal or state aid. However, students may qualify for personal loans to pay for this program. Nursing Leadership courses completed for the M.S.N. degree program may be eligible for federal and state aid. For more information, contact Financial Aid.