Course variations
| Study mode | Duration | Tuition fees | Start date | Venue |
| Full Time | Variable | $ 13,993 (US$ 13,993) a year | Contact provider |
Allen College |
Course summary
This program is for those interested in seeking certification as both the an adult and gerontological nurse practitioner. The goal of this dual focus MSN track is to prepare advanced practice nurses with the expertise needed to meet the primary care demands of adults and the rapidly growing segment of the population of older persons. The ANP/GNP dual focus MSN track will provide a broad foundation in adult primary care with a significant emphasis on (1) disease prevention, (2) health promotion and (3) care of adults with chronic diseases and health conditions. Graduates gain the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, diagnose and manage common acute and chronic adult health problems, including the unique aspects related to care of older persons. Students also gain an understanding of the healthcare delivery system in this country. The ANP/GNP collaborates with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care in a range of settings.
Program modules
The modules are NU:500 Professional Roles: Advanced Nursing Practice: 3; NU:510 Theoretical Foundations in Nursing Practice: 3; NU:520 Policy, Organization and Financing of Health Care: 3; NU:530 Health Promotion and Disease Prevention: 3; NU:540 Advanced Nursing Research: 3; NU:596 Graduate Seminar I: 1; NU:695 Graduate Project: 0; NU:696 Graduate Seminar II: 1; NU:550 Advanced Health Assessment: 3; NU:560 Advanced Pathophysiology & Disease States: 3; NU:570 Advanced Pharmacology: 3; NU:590 Health Care and the Aging Population: 2; NU:600 Family Nursing: Adult & Older Adult: 3; NU:600C Family Nursing: Adult & Older Adult Practicum: 2; NU:612CA Adult Nursing: Clinical Enrichment: 1; NU:612CG Older Adult Nursing: Clinical Enrichment: 1; NU:685 Adult and Older Adult Nursing II: 3; NU:685C Adult and Older Adult Nursing II:: 2; NU:690 Adult and Older Adult Nursing III: 3; NU:690CA Adult Nursing III: 2; NU:690CG Older Adult Nursing III: 2.
Entry requirement for international students
A bachelor's degree with a major in nursing from a school accredited by a regional accrediting organization; A minimum undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale; Current licensure as a registered nurse in Iowa. Minimum of one-year clinical nursing experience as a registered nurse prior to enrollment in the first clinical course; Courses in community health nursing, statistics and nursing research at the baccalaureate level; Computer literacy and Copy of current CPR certification card.
Allen College accepts IELTS*
* Please check with your chosen school for the exact entry requirements for your programme.
Qualification
Masters
Awarding body
Allen College
Department name
Allen College
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