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Master of Science in Nursing - Acute Care Online Degree Information

 

Master of Science in Nursing - Acute Care

   
 
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Degree Title:
Master of Science in Nursing - Acute Care
College:
Liberty University Online
Description:

Liberty University's Master of Science in Nursing – Acute Care program equips you to provide expert clinical care and related health care services and programs to individuals, families and people groups across the lifespan in a variety of acute care settings. Emphasis is placed on advanced practice in nursing and the role of the Clinical Nurse Specialist (C.N.S.) is integrated throughout the curriculum. Clinical practicum experiences are based upon your selected area of practice and are designed to further enhance clinical competence and to develop advanced practice knowledge, expertise and leadership. Through this program, you will also gain a strong awareness of ethical, social, and spiritual issues relevant to health and nursing care. Graduates of this program are prepared to practice as a C.N.S with the critical-thinking skills and knowledge needed to promote the profession of nursing through teaching, clinical practice, program development and implementation and scholarship. As the world's largest evangelical university, Liberty University incorporates core Christian values into all of their degree offerings in order to provide all students a thorough academic and spiritually enriching program of study.

Potential Career Options: Clinical Nurse Specialist, Undergraduate University, and Nursing Professor.

 
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Accreditation:
Liberty University is a member of the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS)   (?)
Educational Level:
Master   (?)
Language:
English
Requirements:
Regionally or nationally accredited bachelor’s degree with at least a 2.0 GPA for admission in good standing. Applicants should also have at least one year of experience in the field.
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Institutional Accrediting Agency:   (?)
Liberty University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate, Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral degrees.
Address:
1971 University Blvd.
Lynchburg, VA 24502
US
Institution Type:   (?)
Private, not-for-profit, Higher Education
Calendar Type:
8-week and 16-week online courses, 9 start dates
Average Cost per Credit:
For 2008-2009, the full time cost/credit is $250 undergraduate and $395 graduate. The part time cost/credit is $275 undergraduate and $415 graduate. The technology fee is $150 per semester.
Credit-earning Options:
Liberty accepts transfer credits from other accredited institutions, as well as offering a Credit for Life Experience program for Undergraduate students where you can earn credit for what you have already accomplished in your career.
Delivery Format: (?)
The majority of programs are entirely online and utilize the Blackboard online learning platform. Notated programs utilize a blended format.
Carnegie Classification: (?)
Master's College or University I
Technical Requirements:
Internet connection, web browser, email account, windows 98 or better, 120 MHz, 64 Meg RAM. Adobe Acrobat
Geographic Restrictions:
No geographic restrictions
On-Campus Requirement:
There are no on-campus requirements for online programs. Blended programs may have on-campus requirements.
Scholarships Offered:
There are scholarships available through independent organizations and funds. Financial Aid encourages students to apply for these outside sources of aid, as well.
Loans Offered:
Available to many students and parents, loans are an option for funding one's education.
Registration Details:
Prospective students must hold a high school degree. Apply online.



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