Graduate Programs
Graduate education in nursing provides the means to develop advanced and specialized
skills in a selected area of nursing clinical practice. Accordingly, these program
focus on the acquisition of advanced knowledge in nursing theory, cultural competency,
research, spiritual care, bioethics and health policy, health assessment, pathophysiology,
pharmacology, and clinical practice. The aim is to prepare nurses who are well
equipped to accept leadership roles upon completion.
Programs Offered
Master's Degrees
Articulated RN to Master of Science in Nursing
The Articulated RN to Master of Science in Nursing is designed for registered nurses who have a bachelor's degree in a health-related discipline other than nursing, offering the opportunity to pursue both bachelor's and master's degrees in nursing.
Early Entry into Nursing and Advanced Practice (EENAP)
EENAP students complete pre-licensure theory and clinical course work leading to a BSN and may continue on with courses that lead to advanced practice in nursing, specifically the MSN degree.
Master of Science in Nursing
Nationally accredited, the Master of Science in Nursing prepares students in advanced theory and practice in a specialized clinical area of nursing.
Second Careers and Nursing (S.C.A.N.)
S.C.A.N. provides graduate-level nursing education for those who hold baccalaureate or higher degrees in other disciplines.
Combined Programs
Master of Science in Nursing with Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist and Adult Nurse Practitioner
This combined program allows students to earn a master’s degree along with the Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Credential, including a specialization in Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP), preparing them for certification by the state of California and for national certification.
Master of Science in Nursing with Parent-Child Clinical Nurse Specialist and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
This combined program allows students to earn a master’s degree along with the Parent-Child Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Credential, including a specialization in Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP), preparing them for certification by the state of California and for national certification.
Master of Science in Nursing with School Nurse Services Credential and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Family Nurse Practitioner
This combined program allows students to earn a master’s degree along with the School Nurse Services Credential, including a specialization in Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), preparing them for certification by the state of California and for national certification.
Post-Master's Credentials
Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Credential
This specialty credential is a non-degree course credit option, preparing registered nurses with master’s degrees in nursing to be nurse practitioners for patients across the adult years.
Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP) Credential
This specialty credential is a non-degree course credit option, preparing registered nurses with master’s degrees in nursing to be nurse practitioners for adults in primary healthcare settings.
Family Nurse Pracitioner (FNP) Credential
This specialty credential is a non-degree course credit option, preparing registered nurses with master’s degrees in nursing to be nurse practitioners for family-centered healthcare.
Nursing Administration Credential
The Nursing Administration Credential prepares students for the administration of nursing service in a variety of healthcare settings.
Nursing Education Credential
The Nursing Education Credential prepares nurses for teaching roles in various clinical and/or academic settings.
Parent-Child Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Credential
This specialty credential is a non-degree course credit option, preparing registered nurses with master’s degrees in nursing to be nurse practitioners in areas such as pediatrics or obstetrics for content and practice.
Parish Nursing Credential
Parish Nursing is an interdisciplinary program that prepares nurses to serve within churches or other religiously based settings as nurse specialists in spiritual aspects of patient care.
Pediatric Nurse Pracitioner (PNP) Credential
This specialty credential is a non-degree course credit option, preparing registered nurses with master’s degrees in nursing to be nurse practitioners with infants and children in primary healthcare settings.
Post-Bachelor's Credentials
School Nurse Services Credential (SNSC)
The School Nurse Services Credential (SNSC) prepares nurses who have completed a bachelor's degree to be effective practitioners of health in schools.
