Emphasis is on evaluation and utilization of concepts and theories as the basis for advanced nursing practice. Health phenomena are explored across disciplines with emphasis on unique nursing perspective. Emphasis is on relationships within and among organizations over time and nursing's influence in those relationships. The relationship of leadership to advanced nursing practice roles within systems is emphasized.
Research projects provide opportunities for intervention in advanced nursing practice.
Emphasis is on nursing's unique perspective and contribution, using management, education, and informatics knowledge. Five core courses, NURS 660, and two cognate courses. Synthesis of learning achieved through experiences begun in previous courses is emphasized. Emphasis is on advanced assessment of clients across the lifespan as the foundation for intervention to promote health and prevent disease. Completion of nursing core courses or permission or instructor, and AH 610 or taken concurrently.