The Child with a Chronic Condition Nursing strategies directed towards maximizing multi-dimensional health in children with chronic illness or disability are the foci of this course. A portfolio is developed to demonstrate knowledge and expertise in a nursing specialty. Evidence in the portfolio will include a resume, job description, committee work, certifications, CEU certificates, etc. The student will apply for a course challenge in order to obtain credit for the course. NUR 350 Nursing Research Designed to help the student understand and use research concepts and methods by developing the ability to analyze, criticize and interpret research.
Students critique a published research study and conduct group research projects.
A topic not covered by an existing course will be offered as recommended by the department and approved by the dean. NUR 410 Community Systems Focuses on the role of the community as it relates to the health status of individuals, families, and groups. NUR 411 Professional Practice Theory Designed to facilitate transition from a student role to that of the beginning professional practitioner. Enables the student to examine both the sociocultural and economic forces affecting the nursing profession within the health-care delivery system. NUR 412 Adaptation in the Community Focuses on acutely and chronically ill clients and their families in both community and psychiatric settings.