Nursing, Advanced Practice Nursing of Adults and the Elderly Concentration, M.S.

(SIMS Code: 554629)

In addition to meeting the requirements for classified graduate standing and the basic requirements for the master’s degree, as described in Requirements for Master’s Degrees , the student must complete an officially approved 37-58 unit course of study. The program includes:

1. Eleven units of core courses to include NURS 604 , NURS 608 , NURS 622 , and NURS 684 .
2. A minimum of 18-45 units of graduate courses in the area of concentration or specialization.
3. Zero to six units of electives.
4. NURS 799A , Thesis, OR Plan B Option, Comprehensive Examination, NURS 798  (see below).

Students in all concentrations may choose between Plan A, Thesis or Project, or Plan B, Comprehensive Examination or Comprehensive Evidence-based change project. The choice of Plan A or Plan B should be made early in the program. Students should consult with the concentration chair for current policies. Up to 12 semester units may be accepted in transfer from an accredited School of Nursing.