A Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program often marks a defining moment in a nurse’s career, when he or she decides how to focus their career and whether to pursue direct or indirect patient care. With a number of specializations from which to choose, you can learn how to positively influence the quality of patient care, develop innovations and apply them to healthcare practices, use education to lead other nurses, and improve the overall health of patients and communities. Choose a specialization that aligns your coursework and curriculum with your personal and professional goals. In-demand specializations include Public Health Nursing, Nursing Education, Family Nurse Practitioner, Nursing Informatics, Nurse Executive, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner.