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The MSN degree program has two majors, the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) and the Nurse Practitioner (NP) tracks. Students in the CNS track may select from adult medical/surgical or community/family focus areas. Two focus areas are offered in the NP track; adult and family primary care. These majors prepare students to assume the role of advanced practice nurse. Students may begin the program any semester after being admitted, in the spring, summer, or fall semesters. |
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The nurse educator (NE) certificate is available to all MSN students. Students who choose this option have the required Educational Concepts course waived (NURS 6305). |
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UCA offers the following alternative tracks for the MSN: |
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For individuals who already have a graduate nursing degree, a 2nd Degree option and Post-Master’s Certificates in Nursing Education in all clinical tracks. |
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For RNPs and APNs who have their baccalaureate degree in nursing we offer a fast-track to the MSN which recognizes your prior experience and education. |
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For RNs without their BSN who seek the MSN, we offer the RN to BSN/MSN track allowing graduate credit to be earned in lieu of selected undergraduate courses. |
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Contact the Department of Nursing for more information or see http://www.uca.edu/nursing. |
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The majority of required courses are offered online with 1-5 required on campus meetings each semester. UCA uses WebCT as the platform for these courses. Currently other courses are offered via compressed video to UAFS, ATU, and SEARK. These courses usually meet one evening a week |
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Ms. Loyce Kennedy is the advisor for the program at UAFS (479-709-1974). Ms. Dianne Williams is our facilitator at SEARK (870-543-5929). |
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The UCA MSN program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). |
