Degree Pathway for Master of Science, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Full-time
For students who entered Spring 2024 and before only.
A minimum of 42 credits of course work is required for graduation with an Master of Science for all students.
Year 1
Fall
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Total | 11 | |
| HSCI.5510 | Clinical Pathophysiology (online) | 3 |
| NURS.5590 | Advanced Pharmacology (online) | 3 |
| NURS.5530 | Scholarly Writing (online) | 2 |
| NURS.6510 | Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning (lab and lecture. 6 hrs/week) 60 clinical hours simulation | 3 |
Spring
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Total | 12 | |
| NURS.6000 | Theoretical Foundations of Nursing (online) | 3 |
| NURS.6520 | APRN Care of Adults (FNP & AGNP) | 3 |
| NURS.6511 | APRN Practicum I (off campus, 250 hours) | 3 |
| NURS.5520 | Social, Cultural and Policy Issues in Health Care (online) | 3 |
Year 2
Fall
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Total | 9 | |
| APRN Women's health Across the Lifespan (FNP & AGNP) | 3 | |
| NURS.6521 OR NURS.6523 | ARPN Care of Children and Adolescents (FNP track) OR APRN care of Older Adults (AGNP track) | 3 |
| NURS.6512 | APRN Practicum 2 (off-campus, 250 hours) | 3 |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| NURS.6513 | APRN Practicum 3 (off campus, 250 hours) | 3 |
| NURS.6524 | APRN Role Transition (FNP & AGNP) | 1 |
| NURS.6010 | Research for Evidence-Based Practice (online) | 3 |
| XXXX.XXXX | Elective | 3 |
| Total Credits | 10 | |
Total Credits = 42
- Online nursing courses are generally offered in Fall and Spring
- Advanced Health Assessment and Specialty courses (APRN designation) are offered in a planned sequence and have a co-requisite practicum course. Offered in blended format. Practicums are 250 hours - off campus.
- Full time program can be completed in 2 years (4 semesters).
- Part time program can be completed in 3-5 years. Progression of courses are coordinated with your academic advisor.
Important Prerequisites an Co-requisites
| Course | Conditions for Sequence |
|---|---|
| HSCI.5510 Clinical Pathophysiology | Pre or Co requisite for NURS.6510 Advanced Health Assessment |
| NURS.5530 Scholarly Writing | Pre or Co requisite for NURS.6000, NURS.5520. must be taken at UML. |
| NURS.6000 Theoretical Foundations | Pre or Co requisite for NURS.6010 Research for Evidence Based Practice |
| NURS.5590 Advanced Pharmacology | Prerequisite for NURS.6520 and NURS.6511 |
| NURS.6510 Advanced Health Assessment | APRN Speciality/Practicum courses start in the semester after completing NURS.6510 and must be taken in the above sequence and at UML. |
| APRN Population Specialty Courses | Didactic and Practicum courses are co-requisites. Must be taken at UML. |
| External courses - not taken at UML (3 credits) | Must be approved by Graduate Coordinator prior to taking the course and achieve a grade of B or greater to be transferred. |
Last updated: 5/17/2024