Faculty

At a Glance

Units	64
Average completion time	4 years
Program format	Traditional
Cost per unit	$800
Base cost	$51,200
Concentrations	Health of the Family and Community International Health
Accreditation	WASC, CCNE, CBRN
Location	Azusa (main campus)

All stated financial information is subject to change.

Student Testimonial

“As a CNS in gerontology, I see the need for well-trained nurses. With my love for nursing and teaching, pursuing a PhD and becoming a professor seemed natural. After studying at two other institutions, neither one compared to APU’s unique approach. The team effort between the faculty, students, and staff produces a calming effect that makes learning powerful and meaningful rather than competitive.”

Patti Shakhshir, PhD

CNS Coordinator for Pain Management, Upland, CA

Professors

Lina Badr, DNSc, CPNP, RN, FAAN
Professor
Vivien Dee, RN, DNSc, CNAA, BC
Professor
John Doyle, PhD, MFCC
Chair, PhD Program; Professor
Aja Tulleners Lesh, PhD, RN, NP
Dean
Sheryl Tyson, PhD, RN, PMHCNS-BC
Director, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program; Professor, Graduate Programs

Associate Professor

Cheryl Westlake, PhD, APRN-BC, PN, RN
Associate Professor of Nursing

Note: This information is current for the 2008-09 academic year; however, all stated academic information is subject to change. To view 2009-10 program information, please refer to the Academic Catalogs page. For additional information, please contact the appropriate office.