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Course Descriptions

 

Mathematics
  

  • MAT 699 Directed Readings/Independent Study (1-3 credits)

    Hours: 1-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Directed Readings/Independent Study.
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Master of Science in Nursing
  

  • MSN 600 Theoretical Foundations of Nsg Practice (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to MSN program. This is the entry level course to the MSN program.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Examination, critique, and evaluation of the theoretical foundations of nursing practice. Appraisal of diverse scholarly resources to inform advanced nursing practice. Identification of a research problem with development of a research question.
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  • MSN 601 Healthcare Policy & Econ in Pop Health (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to MSN program.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Explores health care issues, policies and economic factors influenced by technological, social, economic, and political factors; availability of and access to health care for varied populations; social distribution of health care, actions for dealing with health care dilemmas, federal and state regulatory programs, and health care financing will be examined.
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  • MSN 602 Adv Theo Fds of Nurs Prac & Research (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 600  
    Taught: Variable, check with department.
    Explores the application and utilization of theories in nursing practice and research. Focuses on the cyclical nature of theory, research, and practice in healthcare settings.  Integration of theoretical foundations into advanced nursing practice.
  

  • MSN 603 Role of the Nurse Executive Leader (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the NEL track.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    The course explores the role of the nurse executive leader from the perspectives of leadership and administrative science.  Research and theoretical perspectives related to management, communication, relationship management, business perspectives and professionalism are addressed.
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  • MSN 610 Diagnostic Reason & Advanced Phys Assess (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 669  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Development of advanced skills in assessment of physical, cognitive, nutritional and functional domains:  integration of appropriate test data and diagnostic reasoning. Synthesis of assessment and diagnostic tests to ensure the delivery of safe, quality care to diverse populations in a variety of settings.
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  • MSN 611 Clinical Pharm & Intervention for APRNs (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 669  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Pharmacological physiology of selected therapeutic agents; pharmacological management of clients, including drug selection, client/family education, and monitoring and evaluating pharmacological interventions for the Advanced Practice Nurse.
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  • MSN 612 Role Development in Advanced Practice Nu (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to an APRN specialty.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Fully on-line course that explores the history and role of Advanced Practice Nurses. This includes an overview of the role of the Advance Practice Nurse as a Provider, Consultant, Educator, Researcher, Collaborator, Leader and Administrator. Selected legal, practice, and ethical issues are explored. Nursing theory is incorporated into the course.
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  • MSN 613 Pathopharmacology for Nurse Educators (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to MSN NED.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    This course is designed to build on existing knowledge of the nursing educator student in human physiology and pharmacologic principles and the relationship between the two as they relate to patient care.
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  • MSN 614 Physical Assessment for Nurse Educators (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MSN NED program.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    An online and clinical course that focuses on the development of advanced skills in physical assessments for nurse educators.  50 hours of direct patient care hours required.
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  • MSN 620 Primary Care of Adolescents and Adults I (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 600  , MSN 601  , MSN 610  , MSN 611  , MSN 612  , MSN 602  , DNP 816  , and BIO 669  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Interactive course covering topics related to the primary care of adults, specifically examining the ears, eyes, nose & throat, neurological, psychosocial, dermatological, musculoskeletal, and abdominal systems. Pathophysiology, principles of health promotion and disease prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic management of common health problems within these systems will be presented.
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  • MSN 621 Primary Care of Adolescents & Adults II (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 600 , MSN 601 , MSN 602  , MSN 610 , MSN 611 , MSN 612 , DNP 800 , DNP 816 , and BIO 669  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Interactive course covering topics related to primary care of adults, specifically examining the renal, women’s health & gynecology, fetal development, preconception & prenatal, men’s health, hematological, immunological, & respiratory systems.  Pathophysiology, principles of health promotion, disease prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic management of common health problems within these systems presented.
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  • MSN 622 Primary Care of Adolescents & Adults III (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 600 , MSN 601 ,MSN 602  , MSN 610 , MSN 611 , MSN 612 , DNP 816 , and BIO 669  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Interactive course covering topics related to primary care of adults, specifically examining cardiac and endocrine systems, palliative care, minor emergency care, and common laboratory and diagnostic tests. Pathophysiology, principles of health promotion and disease prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic management of common health problems within these systems will be presented. 
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  • MSN 623 Geriatric Primary Care & Pharmacology (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 620 , MSN 621 , MSN 622  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    This interactive course focuses on the management of common illnesses and pharmacological management of geriatric patients.  Students incorporate principles of health promotion, disease prevention, pathophysiology, and assessment to develop therapeutic management and evaluation strategies for geriatric patients.
  

  • MSN 624 Differential Dx & Mgmt Acute Disorder I (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 600 , MSN 601 ,MSN 602  , MSN 610 , MSN 611 , MSN 612 , DNP 816 , and BIO 669  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    This course addresses differential diagnosis, diagnostic and management issues related to the care of acutely ill adolescents, adults and the elderly with IP issues, Cardiac, Pulmonary and Transplant problems in the Acute Care setting. Pathophysiology, acute care pharmacology, culture, age, genetics and ethical/legal consideration influences are incorporated into the course. 
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  • MSN 625 Differential Dx & Mgmt Acute Disorder II (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 600 , MSN 601 ,MSN 602  , MSN 610 , MSN 611 , MSN 612 , DNP 816 , and BIO 669  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    This course addresses differential diagnosis, diagnostic and management issues related to the care of acutely ill adolescents, adults and the elderly with Fluid and Electrolyte, Renal, Endocrine and Gastrointestinal problems in the Acute Care setting. Pathophysiology, acute care pharmacology, culture, age, genetics and ethical/legal consideration influences are incorporated. 
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  • MSN 626 Differential Dx & Mgmt AcuteDisorder III (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 600 , MSN 601 ,MSN 602  , MSN 610 , MSN 611 , MSN 612 , DNP 816 , and BIO 669  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    This course addresses differential diagnosis and management issues related to the care of acutely ill adolescents, adults and the elderly with problems related to Infectious Diseases, Hemostasis, Thrombus, Musculoskeletal, Neurological and Medical Emergencies. Pathophysiology, acute care pharmacology, culture, age, genetics and ethical/legal consideration influences are incorporated. 
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  • MSN 627 Adv Tech & Proc for Dx Reason Acute Care (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 610 , MSN 611 , MSN 612 , and BIO 669  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    This course integrates assessment, implementation, and evaluation of advanced technologies in the diagnosis and management of acutely ill adults. An introduction to invasive interventions and diagnostic device application within the ACNP scope of practice will be provided.
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  • MSN 628 Seminar in Health Promotion & Acute Care (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 660L  
    Prerequisite OR Co-requisite: MSN 624 , MSN 625 , and MSN 626  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Students will demonstrate competence in the integration of theory, evidence-based research, presentation skills and discussion management skills.  Emphasis will be placed on the MSN Essentials II, V, VI, VIII & IX; ethical, cultural, and moral issues reaching across diverse disciplines that impact the care of the AGACNP patient and family.
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  • MSN 629 Pediatric Primary Care and Pharmacology (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 620 , MSN 621 , and MSN 622  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    This course addresses the role of the primary care nurse practitioner in well-child supervision and the clinical management of common pediatric health problems. This advanced pediatric course will integrate principles of child development, pathophysiology, pharmacology, epidemiology, genetics, and cultural considerations in the primary care of children.
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  • MSN 630 FNP Capstone (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 623  and MSN 629  
    Prerequisite OR Co-requisite: MSN 652L  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Practicum synthesizing content from all previous courses in the Advanced Practice Nurse majors.  This culminating experience will result in a project synthesizing all previous learning.
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  • MSN 631L Nurse Exec Leadership Admin Capstone (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 603 , MSN 604, MSN 640 , MSN 641   PSY 550 , DNP 805  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Practicum synthesizing content from all previous courses in the Advanced Practice Nurse majors. This culminating experience will result in a project synthesizing all previous learning.
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  • MSN 633 Adult Gero Acute Care NP Capstone (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 628  
    Prerequisite OR Co-requisite: MSN 663L  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Practicum synthesizing content from all previous courses in the Advanced Practice Nurse majors. This culminating experience will result in a project synthesizing all previous learning.
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  • MSN 634 Adult-Gero NP Capstone (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 656L  
    Prerequisite OR Co-requisite: MSN 658L  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Practicum synthesizing content from all previous courses in the Advanced Practice Nurse majors. This culminating experience will result in a project synthesizing all previous learning.
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  • MSN 640 Health Care Strategic Planning and Analysis (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to MSN program.
    Taught: Fall and spring
    This course provides an overview of the nurse executive’s role in strategic leadership and project administration.  Application of theory and research related to strategic management, strategy formulation and project administration within the context of the nurse executive’s role are reviewed.
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  • MSN 641 Management of Human Resources (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the program or consent of instructor prior to registration.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Theoretical and practical knowledge needed to manage human resources in the health care setting; development and implementation of personnel policies and practices that assist staff to work effectively toward individual and organizational goals; leadership skills, employee motivation, and evaluation strategies.
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  • MSN 650L Primary Care FNP Clinical I (1 credit)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 620 , MSN 621 , and MSN 622  
    Co-requisite(s): MSN 623  , MSN 629  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    The first in a series of courses comprised of a supervised FNP clinical residency in a variety of primary care settings.  Students will engage in health promotion, problem identification, management of acute and chronic illnesses, integration of advanced assessment, and management of pharmacological and other therapeutic interventions.
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  • MSN 651L Primary Care FNP Clinical II (1 credit)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 650L  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    The second in a series of courses comprised of a supervised FNP clinical residency in a variety of primary care settings. Students will engage in health promotion, problem identification, management of acute and chronic illnesses, integration of advanced assessment, and management of pharmacological and other therapeutic interventions.
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  • MSN 652L Primary Care FNP Clinical III (1 credit)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 651L  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    The third in a series of courses comprised of a supervised FNP clinical residency in a variety of primary care settings.  Students will engage in health promotion, problem identification, management of acute and chronic illnesses, integration of advanced assessment, and management of pharmacological and other therapeutic interventions.
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  • MSN 653L Primary Care FNP Clinical IV (1 credit)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 652L  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    The fourth in a series of courses comprised of a supervised FNP clinical residency in a variety of primary care settings.  Students will engage in health promotion, problem identification, management of acute and chronic illnesses, integration of advanced assessment, and management of pharmacological and other therapeutic interventions.
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  • MSN 654L Primary Care FNP Clinical V (1 credit)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 653L  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    The fifth in a series of courses comprised of a supervised FNP clinical residency in a variety of primary care settings.  Students will engage in health promotion, problem identification, management of acute and chronic illnesses, integration of advanced assessment, and management of pharmacological and other therapeutic interventions.
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  • MSN 655L Primary Care Adult Gero NP Clinical I (1 credit)

    0 classroom + 1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 620 , MSN 621 , and MSN 622  
    Prerequisite OR Co-requisite: MSN 620 , MSN 621 , and MSN 622  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    The first in a series of courses comprised of a supervised AGNP clinical residency in a variety of primary care settings.  Students will engage in health promotion, problem identification, management of acute and chronic illnesses, integration of advanced assessment, and management of pharmacological and other therapeutic interventions.
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  • MSN 656L Primary Care Adult Gero NP Clinical II (1 credit)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 655L  
    Prerequisite OR Co-requisite: MSN 655L  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    The second in a series of courses comprised of a supervised AGNP clinical residency in a variety of primary care settings. Students will engage in health promotion, problem identification, management of acute and chronic illnesses, integration of advanced assessment, and management of pharmacological and other therapeutic interventions.
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  • MSN 657L Primary Care Adult Gero NP Clinical III (1 credit)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 656L  
    Prerequisite OR Co-requisite: MSN 656L  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    The third in a series of courses comprised of a supervised AGNP clinical residency in a variety of primary care settings. Students will engage in health promotion, problem identification, management of acute and chronic illnesses, integration of advanced assessment, and management of pharmacological and other therapeutic interventions.
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  • MSN 658L Primary Care Adult Gero NP Clinical IV (1 credit)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 657L  
    Prerequisite OR Co-requisite: MSN 657L  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    The fourth in a series of courses comprised of a supervised AGNP clinical residency in a variety of primary care settings. Students will engage in health promotion, problem identification, management of acute and chronic illnesses, integration of advanced assessment, and management of pharmacological and other therapeutic interventions.
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  • MSN 660L Acute Care Residency I (1 credit)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 626  and MSN 627  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    This is the first, directly supervised clinical practicum, for the novice Adult Geriatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) student.  This course consists of 125 hours in an ICU, Emergency Department or Urgent care setting with a preceptor.
  

  • MSN 661L Acute Care Residency II (1 credit)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 660L  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    This is a supervised clinical practicum consisting of 125 hours in an ICU/ED/Urgent Care setting.  It is designed to provide the intermediate Acute Care Nurse Practitioner student with beginning experience in integrating the management of acutely ill adults with complex conditions in high acuity and specialty areas.
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  • MSN 662L Acute Care Residency III (1 credit)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 661L  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    This is a supervised clinical practicum consisting of 125 hours in an ICU/ED/Urgent Care setting. It is designed to provide the Advanced Acute Care Nurse Practitioner student with progressive experiences in integrating the management of acutely ill adults with complex conditions in high acuity and specialty areas.
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  • MSN 663L Acute Care Residency IV (1 credit)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 662L  
    Co-requisite(s): MSN 628 , MSN 633  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    This is a supervised clinical practicum consisting of 125 hours in an ICU/ED/Urgent Care setting. It is designed to provide the Advanced Acute Care Nurse Practitioner student with comprehensive experiences in integrating the management of acutely ill adolescents and adults with complex conditions in high acuity and specialty areas.
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  • MSN 664L Psych-Mental Health NP Clinical I (1 credit)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 671 , MSN 672 , MSN 673 , MSN 674  and MSN 675  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    First of four supervised PMHNP clinical residency courses with patients across the lifespan. Students observe clinical preceptor’s practice and begin to evaluate current/previous care plans, conduct patient assessments, integrate assessment data, formulate psychiatric diagnoses, and use evidence-based practice to develop care plans including psychopharmacological treatment under a clinical preceptor’s supervision.
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  • MSN 665L Psych-Mental Health NP Clinical II (1 credit)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 664L  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Second of four supervised PMHNP clinical residency courses with patients across the lifespan. Students participate in evaluating current/previous care plans, conduct patient assessments, integrate assessment data, formulate psychiatric diagnoses, and use evidence-based practice to develop care plans including psychopharmacological treatment under a clinical preceptor’s supervision.
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  • MSN 667L Psych-Mental Health NP Clinical III (1 credit)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 665L  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Third of four supervised PMHNP clinical residency courses with patients across the lifespan. Students evaluate current/previous care plans, conduct patient assessments, integrate assessment data, formulate psychiatric diagnoses, and use evidence-based practice to develop care plans including psychopharmacological treatment. Students demonstrate more independent practice with preceptor supervision by conclusion of course.
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  • MSN 668L Psych-Mental Health NP Clinical IV (1 credit)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 667L  
    Co-requisite(s): MSN 676  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Fourth of four supervised PMHNP clinical residency courses with patients across the lifespan. Students evaluate current/previous care plans, conduct patient assessments, integrate assessment data, formulate psychiatric diagnoses, and use evidence-based practice to develop care plans including psychopharmacological treatment. Students demonstrate independent practice with minimal preceptor supervision by conclusion of course.
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  • MSN 670 Nurse Educator Capstone (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 3 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 600 , MSN 602  or DNP 800 , DNP 816 , and MSN 601  
    Prerequisite OR Co-requisite: MSN 613 , MSN 614 , CHP 603  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Practicum synthesizing content from all previous courses in the Nursing Educator Concentration; incorporation of nursing and educational theories; curriculum development, teaching and learning strategies; evaluation and assessment; the role of an educator; and EBP will be utilized to complete a comprehensive project within a selected educational setting. 150 clinical hours.
  

  • MSN 671 Psychopathopharmacology I (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 610 , MSN 611 , & BIO 669  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Advanced psychopathopharmacological concepts, theories and issues related to neurobiology, genetic and neurocircuitry.
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  • MSN 672 Psychopathopharmacology II (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 671  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Advanced psychopathopharmacological concepts, theories and issues related to psychiatric and mental health disorders and treatments.
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  • MSN 673 Psych-Mental Health Assessment/Diagnosis (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 610 , MSN 611 , & BIO 669  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    The process of history taking, neuroscientific principles, current edition of DSM and data from the comprehensive assessment will be applied in reaching a final diagnosis of psychiatric disorders and possible differential diagnosis. Cultural, genetic, religious, and behavioral and laboratory data will be utilized in the formulation of differential diagnoses.
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  • MSN 674 Psychotherapy for Psych-Mental Health NP (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 610 , MSN 611 , & BIO 669  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    This course includes non-pharmacological methodologies and interventions including individual therapies; group therapies; reminiscence therapy; play therapy; family therapies; and complementary and alternative approaches will be studied.  Exploration of appropriate clinical application of each therapeutic approach. The use of self, the therapist-patient relationship, phases of the therapeutic relationship, teaching-coaching functions.
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  • MSN 675 Management of Psych-Mental Disorders (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 671 , MSN 672 , MSN 673 , & MSN 674  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Integrate comprehensive assessment, neurophysiological theory, diagnosis and its application in the process of psychopharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of individuals with psychiatric mental health problems.  The variables of lifestyle, culture, religion, socio-economic and genetics will be incorporated along with risk assessments.
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  • MSN 676 Role & Practice Development PMHNP (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN 671  , MSN 672  , MSN 673  , MSN 674  & MSN 675  
    Prerequisite OR Co-requisite: MSN 668L  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Essentials of role development for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Selected practice issues that integrate scope and standards, ethical, legal, policy and socioeconomic considerations will be explored. The course will culminate in the completion of clinical project that addresses both practice scholarship and dissemination.
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  • MSN 694 Topics: Nursing (1-3 credits)

    Hours: 1-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Current enrollment in MSN program; consent of instructor and program director.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Group in depth study; use of theory and research to examine selected topics and issues in nursing. Written agreement describing activity to be pursued, and evaluation thereof, between supervising faculty member and students.
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  • MSN 699 Independent Study: Nursing (1-3 credits)

    Hours: 1-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Current enrollment in MSN program; consent of instructor and program director.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Individual readings, research, and/or projects relating to professional nursing practice and developed by students in consultation with faculty prior to registration; written agreement to include purpose, objectives, instructional activities, time frame, and evaluation method. Not intended to substitute for any course offered on a regular basis.
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Music
  

  • MUS 613 Seminar in Music Technology (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Computer applications unique to musicians and their art; basic concepts of electronic music, computer music publishing and part writing, and desktop publishing for musical programs; basics of MIDI (musical instrument digital interface); realization of music through computer playback of digitized sampled sound.
  

  • MUS 668 Applied Harp (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Audition.
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
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  • MUS 669 Applied Harpsichord (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Audition.
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
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  • MUS 670 Piano Accompanying (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
  

  • MUS 671 Applied Voice (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
  

  • MUS 672 Major Applied: Viola (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
  

  • MUS 673 Applied Organ (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
  

  • MUS 674 Applied String Bass (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Audition.
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
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  • MUS 675 Applied Flute (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Audition.
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
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  • MUS 676 Applied Oboe (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
  

  • MUS 677 Applied Bassoon (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
  

  • MUS 678 Applied Clarinet (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
  

  • MUS 679 Applied Saxophone (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
  

  • MUS 679 Applied Saxophone (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
  

  • MUS 680 Applied Trumpet (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
  

  • MUS 681 Applied Music French Horn (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
  

  • MUS 682 Applied Trombone (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
  

  • MUS 683 Applied Euphonium (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Audition.
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
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  • MUS 684 Applied Tuba (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Audition.
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
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  • MUS 685 Applied Piano (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
  

  • MUS 686 Applied Organ (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
  

  • MUS 687 Applied Voice (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
  

  • MUS 688 Applied Guitar (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Audition.
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
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  • MUS 689 Applied Percussion (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + .5-1 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Private instruction in harpsichord, harp, voice, piano, organ, guitar, and band and orchestral instruments. May be repeated for credit. Applied credits are available only to students working for the Master of Education, as follows: 1 hr. contact = 3 semester hours. Fees assessed according to contact hours.
  

  • MUS 699 Independent Study: Music (1-3 credits)

    Hours: 1-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Individual creative or research projects: projects, directed by members of the faculty, must be approved before registration.

Nursing Registered Professional
  

  • NRP 520 Concepts of RN First Assist (3 credits)

    3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Admission by instructor.
    Taught: Variable, check w/ department
    Prepares the perioperative nurse to assume the expanded role of Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA).  Instructions for basic cognitive and technical skills for the nurse to safely meet the needs of the perioperative patient.  Emphasis will be placed on anatomy and physiology, assessment, and intraoperative techniques.
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  • NRP 521L RN First Assistant Practicum (3 credits)

    0 classroom + 3 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Admission by instructor.
    Taught: Variable, check w/ department
    Designed to provide a direct patient care practicum that demonstrates the concepts learned in NRP 520  Concepts of Registered Nurse First Assistant.
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  • NRP 600 Scholarly Inquiry (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): STA 614  or equivalent.
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Exploration of foundational knowledge related to scholarly inquiry in nursing and the underlying principles for ethical conduct of research; Rigorous appraisal of diverse scholarly resources to inform advanced nursing practice; Identification of a research problem with development of a research question.
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  • NRP 601 Role Development for Advanced Nursing Practice (1 credit)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall, winter, spring and summer
    History and overview of advanced nursing practice roles including but not limited to: direct care provider, consultant, educator, researcher, collaborator, leader, and administrator. Selected legal, practice and ethical issues affecting advanced nursing practice will be explored.
  

  • NRP 602 Health Promotion & Disease Prevention (1 credit)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 668 .
    Co-requisite(s): NRP 606  and NRP 608 .
    Taught: Spring only
    This didactic course will introduce current theories, issues and research related to health promotion and disease prevention in the adult, infant and child population as it relates to individuals, families, communities and populations. Emphasis will be placed on the role of the advanced practice nurse in risk assessment, screening, counseling and education from infancy through old age. Lifestyle, cultural, environmental, socio-economic, and genetic variables will be incorporated. Recognition of vulnerability across the adult lifespan and in the diverse settings of primary, chronic and acute care will be emphasized. Risk assessment and management will be grounded in evidence based practice principles and guidelines.
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  • NRP 603 Introduction to Pediatric Health Care (2 credits)

    2 classroom hours + 0 lab/studio hours
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 668  
    Co-requisite(s): NRP 606  and NRP 608  
    Taught: Variable-check w/department
    This is the first course of four courses which looks at infants, children and adolescents in the contexts of growth and development, and primary health care. This course focuses upon health promotion and looks at the child and family first from the perspective of the medical home environment and then extending outward into the community and national spheres. Prevention of disease will be an outgrowth of anticipatory guidance presented in a developmentally appropriate manner.
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  • NRP 604 Theoretical Foundations of Nursing Practice (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MSN program.
    Taught: Spring only
    Exploration, debate and evaluation of the historical, philosophical, theoretical and scientific foundations of nursing as a unique discipline. Exploration of contemporary perspectives on nursing knowledge. Analysis of the process of theory development on nursing knowledge. Application of theory to advanced nursing practice within healthcare settings.
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  • NRP 605 Clinical Pharmacology in Adult Acute Care (1 credit)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    This didactic course will introduce current theories, issues and research related to the pharmacologic management of acutely ill adults. Emphasis will be placed on evidence based application of appropriate drug selection, dosing/administration, monitoring and outcome evaluation in the management of clients with complex conditions. Relevant age, genetic and culture related variables will be incorporated.
  

  • NRP 606 Diagnostic Reasoning and Advanced Physical Assessment (2 credits)

    Hours: 2 classroom + 1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 668 .
    Co-requisite(s): NRP 608 .
    Taught: Spring only
    Development of advanced skills in assessment of physical, cognitive, nutritional, and functional domains; integration of appropriate test data and diagnostic reasoning.
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  • NRP 607 Issues in Advanced Practice (1 credit)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): MSN and post- MSN NP students, NRP 606  and NRP 608 .
    Taught: Spring only
    Discuss the history and continued evolution of Nurse Practitioners. Selected legal/practice issues affecting nurse practitioners will be explored; including education, certification, credentialing, scope of practice, standard of care, prescriptive privileges, documentation of patient care, ethical issues, and reimbursement.
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  • NRP 608 Clinical Pharmacology and Intervention (2 credits)

    Hours: 2 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 668 .
    Co-requisite(s): NRP 606 .
    Taught: Spring only
    Review of pharmacological physiology of selected therapeutic agents; pharmacological management of clients, including drug selection, client/family education, and monitoring and evaluating pharmacological interventions.
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  • NRP 609 Pediatric Pharmacology (1 credit)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): NRP 608 .
    Taught: Summer only
    Major categories of pharmacological agents used in primary and acute care environments for care of infants and children; physiological action of selected OTC and prescription drugs, unexpected client responses, and major untoward effects encountered in infants and pediatric diseases. Clinical judgment in management and evaluation of therapeutic strategies for individual children.
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  • NRP 610 Geriatric Pharmacology (1 credit)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): NRP 608 .
    Taught: Spring only
    Major categories of pharmacological agents used in primary and acute care environments with the elderly; physiological action of selected OTC and prescription drugs, unexpected client responses, and major untoward effects encountered in geriatric therapeutic strategies for individual elderly.
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  • NRP 612 Health Care Policy and Economics (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Summer only
    Explore health care issues, policies and economic factors influenced by technological, social, economic, and political factors; availability of and access to health care; social distribution of health care; actions for dealing with health care dilemmas. federal and state regulatory programs, and health care financing will be examined.
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  • NRP 613 Wellness & Primary Care of Infants and Children (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): NRP 606 , NRP 609  and BIO 668 .
    Taught: Fall only
    This course addresses the role of the primary care nurse practitioner in well-child supervision and the clinical management of common pediatric health problems. This advanced pediatric course will integrate principles of child development, pathophysiology, pharmacology, epidemiology, genetics, and cultural considerations in the primary care of children.
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  • NRP 614 Primary Care of Obstetric Patient (1 credit)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): NRP 606 .
    Taught: Summer only
    Changes experienced by women during pregnancy and childbearing; assessment of the obstetric patient and fetus; interpretation of laboratory findings; development and evaluation of the plan of care for the obstetric patient.
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  • NRP 615 Primary Care of Gynecologic Patient (1 credit)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): NRP 606  and NRP 608 .
    Taught: Summer only
    Gynecologic conditions experienced by women across the life span approached through integration of physiological and pathophysiological concepts and the humanities.
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  • NRP 616 Primary Care of Aged (2 credits)

    Hours: 2 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): NRP 618 .
    Co-requisite(s): NRP 620 .
    Taught: Spring only
    Role of nurse practitioner in management of acute and chronic illnesses commonly affecting the elderly; health promotion, disease prevention, pathophysiology, assessment, and therapeutic management of common health problems of elderly.
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  • NRP 618 Primary Care of Adults I (2 credits)

    Hours: 2 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 668 , NRP 606 , NRP 608 .
    Taught: Fall only
    Information necessary for the practice of primary care; pathophysiology, assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic management of common health problems across the life span; lecture, case study analysis, and focused seminar.
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  • NRP 619 Primary Care of Adolescents (2 credits)

    Hours: 2 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall only
    Role of the nurse practitioner in management of unique needs of adolescents; principles of health promotion, disease prevention, and management of common health problems in adolescents.
  

  • NRP 620 Primary Care of Adults II (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): NRP 618 
    Taught: Spring only
    Synthesis of pathophysiology, principles of health promotion and disease prevention, assessment, diagnosis and therapeutic management of complex problems in adults will be analyzed.
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  • NRP 623 Nurse Executive Seminar (1 credit)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Co-requisite(s): NRP 623L .
    Taught: Fall only
    Integration of research from nursing and management science relative to the inquiry and practice of nursing administration; analysis of nursing models and theoretical perspectives in management science; analysis of perspectives in public and business administration for their usefulness to nursing administration.
  

  • NRP 623L Administrative Nursing Capstone Practicum (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 9 lab/studio
    Co-requisite(s): NRP 623 .
    Taught: Fall only
    Integration of research from nursing and management science relative to the inquiry and practice of nursing administration; analysis of nursing models and theoretical perspectives in management science; analysis of perspectives in public and business administration for their usefulness to nursing administration.
 

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