Graduates of the various master's programs are eligible for national certification in the various specialty areas. The Ph.D. program prepares nurse researchers with a philosophical concentration related to human responses to actual or potential health problems along the life span. The school employs 67 faculty, including full-time and part time appointments. Curriculum vita, faculty credentials, evaluation data, and information on faculty responsibilities are on file in Dean of Nursing's office. There are faculty with advanced preparation demonstrating expertise in the various clinical specialties offered.
Additional evidence indicates that the faculty are productive teachers, clinicians and scholars.
The goals of the School of Nursing are consistent with those of the University. The pass rate has consistently been above national averages. The various certifying agencies do not report results to the schools on pass rates, but reports from graduates indicate high levels of pass rates for certification, also. There is a well developed and comprehensive evaluation plan in the School of Nursing. It is designed to evaluate all aspects of the program, including student outcomes.