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Master of Science in Nursing Program Description

Students enrolled in the Master of Science in Nursing program at Holy Family University are introduced to an interdisciplinary curriculum grounded by professional nursing standards, ethical and moral precepts, and scientific principles. Students have the opportunity to choose from three areas of concentration: Community Health Nursing, Nursing Education, or Nursing Administration. Each concentration requires 39 credits, distributed as follows:

  • The core curriculum requirements provide a strong knowledge foundation in nursing theory, research, health policy, ethics, and health promotion (18 credits)
  • Concentration requirements enhance knowledge in areas related to the chosen specialty (6-9 credits)
  • Nursing role specialty requirements allow students to focus on developing advanced knowledge, skills, and practical experience in roles related to selected areas of nursing practice (12-15 credits).

Core Requirements (18 credits)

NURS 501

Theoretical Foundations for Nursing

3

NURS 505

Health Policy, Organization, and Financing

3

NURS 506

Professional Ethics: Theory and Practice

3

NURS 507

Health Promotion Across the Lifespan

3

NURS 508

Research Methods I

3

NURS 509

Research Methods II

3

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