Students must be accepted for graduate study in both colleges. The program has been designed to provide greater depth of knowledge in administration for the nurse preparing for a career in nursing administration. The program is designed for health care professionals who want more knowledge and skill in information management for their existing positions and health care professionals who are seeking entry or advancement in information design and management positions. The focus of this program is on the assessment and management of children with chronic health conditions and their families. Courses include content on physiology, health assessment, health promotion, pharmacology, family adaptation, and child psychosocial, developmental, and physiological adjustment to chronic conditions.
Clinical experiences occur in inpatient, outpatient, and community settings.
Although certification as a Clinical Specialist in Pediatrics is not yet established, this program provides clinical experience in anticipation of future certification. In cooperation with the College of Public Health, students will learn about industrial hygiene, safety policy and regulation, hazard and safety assessment, toxicology, ergonomics, and the clinical management of occupational illnesses. In addition, students can take specialized courses specific to case management, injury prevention, and agricultural health. They emphasize health promotion, disease prevention, and early detection and management of chronic health problems. NP's conduct physical exams, take medical histories, diagnose and treat common acute minor illnesses and injuries, order and interpret lab tests and X-rays, and in Iowa, prescribe medications.