290 Health & Medicine Degrees Available
As a licensed registered nurse (RN) you have great career opportunities in a challenging and rewarding field. But if you wish to advance beyond entry level positions or hope to work in a special medical field, you will need your master degree.
If you choose to pursue master-level study online, you... may take core courses such as Nursing Theory; Advanced Practice Nursing Roles; Pharmacotherapeutics; Pathophysiology; Health Assessment; Research Methods; Health Law, Policy and Ethics. Your master program will also include classes in your specialty area and clinical practice experience. You will have to complete a thesis in your area of concentration as well.
With an online master degree, you can pursue a career in a number of specialty areas including clinical nurse specialist, nurse practitioner, nurse-midwife, or nurse anesthetist. All of these specialists are in high demand, particularly in underserved areas and rural locations.
If you plan to work as a clinical nurse specialist your training will prepare you to provide primary healthcare to different populations (from neonatal through senior care) and in many different settings. Common specialty areas for nurse practitioners include family practice, adult practice, pediatrics, acute care, and geriatrics, but there are numerous other specialty areas for nurse practitioners. For a career as a nurse anesthetist, you'll learn to administer anesthesia, help patients manage pain, and provide care for surgery or other medical procedures.
Training for nurse-midwives includes learning to provide health services for women (i.e., gynecological exams, prenatal care, labor and delivery assistance, and postpartum care).
RNs with advanced educational degrees and training may perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and may be able to prescribe medication. As an advanced practice nurse you may work independently or collaborate with physicians.
Some graduates of online master-level programs in nursing work in positions such as forensics nurses and nurse educators, that have little or no direct interaction with patients, but these jobs still require you to have an active RN license. You can also apply your online master degree and RN experience to a career as a health writer; researcher; or consultant for healthcare organizations, public agencies, and pharmaceutical companies.
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Capella University
MSN – Gerontology Nursing (CCNE-accredited)
In this specialization, part of Capella's CCNE-accredited MSN program, you will prepare to meet the growing need for nursing professionals with advanced gerontology skills. more >
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Capella University
MPH - General Public Health
Deepen your knowledge of public health concepts, theories, and practices, and hone your ability to work collaboratively with other public and private sector professionals whose work often intersects w more >
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Capella University
MHA - Health Care Operations
Increase your foundational knowledge of health administration while delving more deeply into the area of health care operations. more >
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Capella University
MHA - Health Policy
Strengthen your ability to develop sound health policies and advocate for effective change. more >
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Capella University
MS - General Psychology
Enrich your understanding of general psychological principles, theories, and research methodologies, then use electives to delve more deeply into specific topics that position you to make a greater di more >
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Capella University
MS - Clinical Psychology
Explore the foundational theories and practices of clinical psychology in assessing and treating dysfunctional behavior, including clinical interviewing and interventions, testing and assessment, rese more >
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Capella University
MS - Educational Psychology
Gain an understanding of the psychological foundations of education, instructional strategies and designs, psychological research, and stages of development for different age groups. more >
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Capella University
MS - Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Businesses pursuing increased employee engagement, worker productivity and team building often seek candidates with skills in industrial/organizational psychology, a field that applies behavioral prin more >
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Capella University
MS - School Psychology
Prepare yourself to address the social, emotional, academic, behavioral, and cognitive well-being of children and adolescents within a school setting. more >
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Capella University
MS - Sport Psychology
Learn to apply psychological principles with amateur and professional athletics to address such issues as performance enhancement, individual and team motivation, injury recovery, and stress managemen more >
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Capella University
MS - Evaluation, Research, and Measurement
Gain a competitive edge in the field of psychology by developing your research, measurement, and evaluation skills. more >
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Capella University
MS - Leadership Coaching Psychology
Sharpen your skills and establish your credentials in the fast-growing field of executive coaching. more >
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Capella University
MS - Child and Adolescent Development
Take advantage of this unique online opportunity to advance your skills and position yourself for leadership in organizations and professions serving children and adolescents. more >
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Capella University
MPH - Health Management and Policy
Strengthen your ability to influence public health policy and lead efforts to improve the health of communities and targeted populations. more >
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Capella University
MPH - Social and Behavioral Sciences
Explore the behavioral, psychological, and social factors that influence the health of national and international communities and populations. more >
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Capella University
MHA - General Health Administration
Enhance your career and strengthen your ability to successfully administer health care delivery in your organization. more >
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Capella University
MS - Gerontology
The number of people ages 65 and older is expected to double in the next few decades, creating a demand for health and human service professionals with gerontology skills. more >
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Capella University
MBA – Health Care Management
Increase your career potential in the fast-growing field of health care management, where a master's degree is the standard credential for most positions. more >
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Walden University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Healthcare System Improvement
Learn strategies to enhance your organization’s effectiveness through Walden University’s ACBSP-accredited Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) program. more >
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Walden University
Master of Science (M.S.) in Mental Health Counseling (CACREP-Accredited) - Forensic Counseling
Prepare for a career in the counseling profession with Walden University’s M.S. in Mental Health Counseling. more >
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Walden University
Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.) - Health Policy
Walden University’s Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.) can help you bring about social change through effective public policy. more >
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Walden University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Healthcare Management
Learn strategies to enhance your organization’s effectiveness through Walden University’s ACBSP-accredited Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) program. more >
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Walden University
Master of Healthcare Administration (M.H.A.)
Gain insight into the laws, regulations, court decisions, and health policies that impact service providers through Walden’s Master of Healthcare Administration (M.H.A.) program. more >
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Walden University
Master of Science (M.S.) in Clinical Research Administration
Prepare for a key role managing and monitoring life-changing clinical research phases and processes. Walden University’s M.S. more >
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Walden University
Master of Science (M.S.) in Management - Healthcare Management
Advance your career in the business, nonprofit, or public sector by further developing your managerial skills through Walden University’s M.S. in Management program. more >