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I chose Cedarville because of its commitment to excellence and integrity and foundation of fundamental core values and strong moral ethics. My education equipped me with the tools for curiosity and creativity in learning.” AMANDA MINOR, MSN ’13 NURSING PROFESSOR, CERTIFIED FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER A LIFE OF IMPACT FOR CHRIST DOESN’T HAPPEN BY CHANCE. IT HAPPENS BY CHOICE. GRADUATE NURSING AT CEDARVILLE The Cedarville University School of Nursing will prepare you to use nursing as a ministry for Jesus Christ. Our online, distinctly Christian graduate nursing programs prepare you for advanced nursing practice. Our programs are flexible and allow you to learn in an interactive online community, without having to relocate. You’ll experience a low student-to-faculty ratio with mentoring from highlyqualified professors. Known for academic excellence grounded in biblical truth, Cedarville University’s graduate nursing programs expand your competencies in healthcare delivery, leadership, and scholarship to promote optimal healthcare outcomes.
FACULTY LEADERSHIP Angelia Mickle, DNP, RN, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-C, CEN Dean of the School of Nursing Kimberly Higginbotham, DNP, RN, APRN, CPNP-PC, PMHS Assistant Dean/Director of Graduate Nursing Programs ACCREDITATION The School of Nursing’s programs are authorized by the Ohio Department of Higher Education and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, and master’s degree program in nursing at Cedarville University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org). MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING (MSN) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Family Nurse Practitioner Nurse Educator Nursing Leadership in Healthcare Improvement Pediatric Nurse Practitioner DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICE (DNP) Nurse Practitioner – Adult-Gerontology Acute Care – Family – Pediatric Nursing Leadership U.S. News &World Report listed Cedarville University’s online graduate nursing program in the top 100 programs nationally and top 5 in Ohio. GRADUATE PROGRAMS The School of Nursing offers two graduate degrees:
MSN+MBA DUAL DEGREE If you are a current MSN Nursing Leadership student who is interested in acquiring business and leadership skills to advance your career into an administrative or executive leadership role, Cedarville’s MSN+MBA dual degree is a great option for you. Today’s nurses are increasingly seeking leadership roles within healthcare systems, and they bring valuable experience and expertise to the table. This unique MSN+MBA dual degree will prepare you for high-level administrative positions within hospitals, medical clinics, and other care facilities. cedarville.edu/MSNMBA CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Cedarville University also offers the following four-course certificate programs (with no clinical/practicum hours) for students currently enrolled or who have completed a graduate nursing degree: Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education Graduate Certificate in Nursing Leadership Graduate Certificate in Global Public Health Financial aid is not available for certificate programs PROGRAM FEATURES Credit hours 38–48 Options to start in January, May, and August 7- AND 14- WEEK TERMS Completion time 2–3 YEARS Program delivery ONLINE A few brief on-campus experiences may be required, depending on track. AFFORDABLE with financial aid available Learn more: cedarville.edu/gradcosts If you want to lead and serve with excellence as an advanced practice nurse, adding an MSN or graduate certificate from Cedarville is the right choice for your next professional step. Cedarville is preparing nursing professionals who possess the training and skills needed to succeed wherever God has called them to serve. We’ll help you make the most of the gifts God has given you to fulfill His purpose for your life. YOUR COURSE OF STUDY MSN NURSING CORE Biblical Basis for Advanced Nursing Practice Biblical and Theological Foundations for Graduate Study (or approved Bible course) Healthcare Economics and Policy Principles of Evidence Based Nursing Practice Professional Role Development and Health Care Leadership DIRECT CARE CORE Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning for Advanced Nursing Practice Advanced Pharmacology for Advanced Nursing Practice Advanced Physiology, Pathophysiology, and Genomics for Advanced Nursing Practice MSN NURSING CORE DIRECT CARE CORE APPLIED SCHOLARSHIP SPECIALTY COURSES MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING
Learn more and apply: CEDARVILLE.EDU/GRADNURSING CHOOSE FROM FIVE TRACKS SPECIALTY COURSES Foundations of Nursing Education Teaching and Learning Strategies for Nurse Educators Curriculum Design and Development for Nurse Educators Assessment and Evaluation for Nurse Educators Advanced Clinical Application (100 direct care clinical hours) Nursing Education Practicum (200 practicum hours) Applied Scholarship in Advanced Nursing Practice NURSE EDUCATOR (MSN only) The MSN Nurse Educator program will equip you to teach in healthcare settings as an educator, or in academic settings as a faculty member. Courses are focused on teaching and learning strategies, curricular design, development, assessment, and evaluation. cedarville.edu/msnne FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER (MSN and DNP) The MSN Family Nurse Practitioner program prepares nurses to provide primary care across the lifespan. This advanced practice specialty includes assessment, diagnosis, management and treatment of common acute and chronic health problems, health promotion, client and family education, and use of evidence-based practice for meeting the needs for primary care and prevention. cedarville.edu/msnfnp SPECIALTY COURSES Advanced Concepts and Practice in the Care of Adults (200 clinical hours) Advanced Concepts and Practice in the Care of Children (200 clinical hours) Advanced Concepts and Practice in the Care of Older Adults (100 clinical hours) Advanced Concepts and Practice in the Care of Women (100 clinical hours) Transition to Clinical for Advanced Practice Nursing (200 Clinical Hours) Transition to Practice for Advanced Practice Nursing Applied Scholarship in Advanced Nursing Practice NURSING LEADERSHIP IN HEALTHCARE IMPROVEMENT (MSN and DNP) The MSN Nursing Leadership in Healthcare Improvement program prepares nurses to gain advanced knowledge in quality and safety, organizational behavior, and strategic decision-making. Graduates are equipped with expertise and skills to effectively lead within a healthcare environment. cedarville.edu/msnleadership SPECIALTY COURSES Advancing Quality and Safety Leading Toward Excellence Managing Organizational Behavior Transforming Healthcare Through Strategic Decision-Making Nursing Leadership Practicum I (200 practicum hours) & II (100 practicum hours) Applied Scholarship in Advanced Practice Nursing ADULT-GERONTOLOGY ACUTE CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER (MSN and DNP) The MSN Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner track prepares nurses to provide care for adolescent, adult, and elderly patients in a hospital or other acute care setting and address acute, critical, or complex injuries or illness, such as a heart attack, stroke, or traumatic brain injury. cedarville.edu/AGACNP SPECIALTY COURSES Acute Care Concepts and Practice I (200 clinical hours) Acute Care Concepts and Practice II (200 clinical hours) Acute Care Concepts and Practice III (200 clinical hours) Transition to Clinical for Advanced Practice Nursing (200 clinical hours) Transition to Practice for Advanced Practice Nursing Applied Scholarship in Advanced Nursing Practice PEDIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER (MSN and DNP) The MSN Pediatric Nurse Practitioner program prepares nurses to provide primary care for children from birth through age 21. This advanced practice specialty includes assessment, diagnosis, management, and treatment of common acute and chronic health problems, health promotion, client and family education, and use of evidence-based practice for meeting the needs for pediatric primary care and prevention. cedarville.edu/msnpnp SPECIALTY COURSES Advanced Concepts and Practice in Pediatric Primary Care (100 clinical hours) Advanced Concepts and Practice in Pediatric Development and Behavioral Health (100 clinical hours) Advanced Concepts and Practice in Pediatric Health Promotion (200 clinical hours) Advanced Concepts and Practice in Disease Management (200 clinical hours) Transition to Clinical for Advanced Practice Nursing (200 Clinical Hours) Transition to Practice for Advanced Practice Nursing Applied Scholarship in Advanced Practice Nursing
PROGRAM FEATURES Credit hours 35–79 2 PATHWAYS BSN to DNP MSN to DNP Options to start in January, May, and August 7- AND 14- WEEK TERMS Completion time 2–4 YEARS depending on pathway and part- or full-time status Program delivery ONLINE A few brief on-campus experiences may be required, depending on track. AFFORDABLE with financial aid available Learn more: cedarville.edu/gradcosts An online DNP degree from Cedarville University will prepare you as an exceptional Christian nurse practitioner or nurse leader who will make a Gospel impact through nursing. Choosing from two program tracks —Nurse Practitioner or Nursing Leadership — you will be equipped to lead and collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary medical team to improve patient and population health outcomes. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nurse practitioner positions are expected to increase by 45% between 2019 and 2029, and a DNP degree from Cedarville will prepare you to meet this demand. DNP COURSES Biblical and Theological Foundations for Graduate Study (or Bible minor or approved alternative) EBP 1: Foundation of Scholarly Inquiry Biostatistics Healthcare Informatics Scholarly Writing EBP 2: Application of Scholarly Inquiry Quality Improvement and Safety Population Health and Epidemiology Advocacy and Resource Management Ethical Healthcare Delivery in Organizations and Systems Scholarly Practice Integration Electives NURSE PRACTITIONER TRACK The Nurse Practitioner track will equip you to provide advanced practice nursing care and improve health outcomes for diverse populations. Adult-Gerontology Acute Care, Family, and Pediatric NP tracks are available. NURSING LEADERSHIP TRACK The Nursing Leadership track will equip you with leadership skills to serve in diverse organizations focused on improving population health outcomes. DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICE
PATHWAYS TO A DNP DEGREE BSN TO DNP (75–79 credit hours) MSN TO DNP (35–70 credit hours) determined by a transcript analysis from your MSN and desired DNP track You will complete the DNP programwith one of two pathways: Cedarville University’s nursing programs and curriculum prepare graduate students for advanced nursing practice roles and to use nursing as a ministry for Jesus Christ. We maintain academic excellence through diverse expertise of the faculty and low student-faculty ratios.” KIMBERLY HIGGINBOTHAM, DNP, RN, APRN, CPNP-PC, PMHS ASSISTANT DEAN/DIRECTOR OF GRADUATE NURSING PROGRAMS Follow curricular plan customized to your goals. Choose track. See descriptions and coursework in MSN section. Choose track. See descriptions and coursework in MSN section. BSN NURSING LEADERSHIP NURSING LEADERSHIP NURSE PRACTITIONER NURSE PRACTITIONER DNP COURSES Follow curricular plan customized to your goals. Courses required will depend on both the type of MSN previously earned and your chosen DNP track. DNP COURSES TRANSCRIPT REVIEW MSN Learn more and apply: CEDARVILLE.EDU/GRADNURSING DNP DNP
ABOUT GRADUATE STUDY AT CEDARVILLE: When you pursue a graduate degree from Cedarville University, you are joining a community of more than 500 master’s and doctoral-level students who are pursuing God’s call on their life through advanced education in 28 business, ministry, and healthcare programs. Study online or in-person, and you will engage with faculty who are experts in their field and care deeply for you as a student. You will experience excellent education and a network of support and academic resources that are dedicated to your success. More than 300 Fortune 500 companies, top government agencies, and educational institutions recruit Cedarville graduates each year because of their career preparation, high-level integrity, and incredible work ethic. If you want to lead and serve with excellence wherever God calls you, adding a graduate degree from Cedarville is the right choice for your next professional step. Home to a total student body of 5,082 graduate, undergraduate, and dual enrolled students, Cedarville is fulfilling its mission to transform students’ lives through excellent education and intentional discipleship in submission to biblical authority. BIBLICAL All of our programs are built on a solid foundation of biblical teaching. Gain the skills you need to lead effectively as a Christian professional in whatever field you choose. ACCELERATED Earn your master’s degree quickly with Cedarville University. Our accelerated programs can be completed in two years. CONVENIENT Our online offerings make it easier than ever to earn your degree. Accelerate your career and earn your degree anytime, anywhere. AFFORDABLE Our degree programs not only save you time, but also save you money with one of the lowest tuition rates available from a top-rated, theologically conservative institution. CEDARVILLE.EDU/GRADUATE For more information on Cedarville’s graduate programs, contact: gradadmissions@cedarville.edu • 937-766-8000 WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM YOUR CEDARVILLE UNIVERSITY GRADUATE DEGREE:
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