You'll begin your studies with an introductory course that focuses on the use of computer technology in nursing practice, administration, education, and research. Then you will progress into the sequence of courses designated for the certificate you have chosen, educator or nurse practitioner. All courses are completely on-line. You will arrange required clinical hours in your community, subject to faculty approval, and in some cases will need to identify an appropriately qualified individual to serve as an clinical faculty member overseeing your clinical experience.

As you enter the post-master's certificate program, the program Associate Director will work with you on an individual basis to develop your initial plan of study for the chosen certificate. You'll then be assigned a faculty advisor who will assist you as you progress through the course sequence to ensure that all requirements are met within six years.

Post Master's Adult Nurse Practitioner Certificate Plan of Study

NUR 605, Nursing and Computer Technology(2)
NUR 630 - Advanced Practice Nursing and Role Theory(3)
NUR 632 - Pathophysiology and Nursing Practice(3)
NUR 634 - Advanced Health Assessment(3) (*90)
NUR 638 - Pharmacology(3)
NUR 672 - Practicum in Role Expectations(4) (*225)
NUR 680 - Primary Care of Adults(7) (*240)
Total - 25 credit hours

Post Master's Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate Plan of Study
See above courses plus:
NUR 682 - Primary Care of Children (*120)
NUR 684 - Primary Care of Women (*60)
Total - 32 credit hours
The total of all credit hours required for the Post Master's Nurse Practitioner certificate is 25-32 credit hours.

Post Master's Educator Certificate Plan of Study
NUR 605 - Nursing and Information Technology(2)
NUR 620 - Curricular Designs(3)
NUR 622 - Teaching in Nursing(3)
NUR 626 - Advanced Teaching(3)
NUR 672 - Practicum in Role Expectations(4) (*225)
Total - 15 credit hours
The total of all credit hours required for the Post Master's Educator certificate is 15 credit hours.

*Clinical Hours