2020-2021 Graduate Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2020-2021 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Nursing ADN-MSN, MSN


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Associate of Science Degree in Nursing to Master of Science in Nursing (ADN-MSN) Program

This program is designed for California licensed Registered Nurses who hold an Associate degree in nursing who are seeking to obtain a MSN in one of the following concentration areas:

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Adult-Gerontology concentration prepares the student for direct interaction with adult and geriatric patients to improve living quality. Evidence-based strategies will be demonstrated as the student develops specialized expertise and skills to think critically and problem solve.

The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program prepares students through didactic education and clinical supervision, to provide comprehensive, quality primary health care to individuals across the lifespan. With an emphasis on preventative care, graduates make significant contributions to underserved populations. 

The Healthcare Leadership (HCL) concentration prepares students to examine roles in nursing administration emphasizing clinical outcomes management, care environment management, and inter-professional collaboration.

The Nursing Informatics concentration prepares students to explore health information technology and allow students to design, plan, and evaluate systems to improve the effectiveness of care. The program prepares students to work in the field of healthcare informatics.

The Nurse Educator concentration prepares students in curriculum design and development, teaching methodologies, educational needs assessment, and learner-centered theories and methods. 

Admission Requirements


ADN- MSN Master of Science in Nursing Admission Requirements

Admission standards for graduate studies at California Baptist University can be found in the Admissions section of the University Catalog. Additional application requirements for the graduate programs in Nursing are:

  1. Grade Point Average
    • A minimum 3.25 GPA for unconditional admission and a minimum 3.0 GPA for conditional admission
  2. Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and/or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or the evaluated equivalency.
  3. Current California Registered Nursing (RN) License
  4. Three Recommendations, completed on forms provided. Must be from sources who can personally attest to the candidate’s potential for scholarly and professional success: one personal, one academic, and one employer. Family members and friends may not complete recommendations.
  5. Professional Resume that includes current practice.  Minimum of one (1) year work experience as an RN is required for APRN  concentrations (Nurse Practitioner: Clinical Nurse Specialist).
  6. A Comprehensive essay of no more than 1000 words that includes the following elements:
    • Purpose for entering the program
    • Significant events and influences that have affected your approach to life
    • Long-term professional goals
    • Reasons for choosing to study at California Baptist University
    • Essay must be submitted in APA format
  7. Successful Interview with the College of Nursing
  8. Clearances:
    • CPR Certification
    • Background Check Clearance
    • Health Clearance
    • Drug Testing
    • Proof of Health Insurance
    • Proof of Motor Vehicle Insurance

Program Requirements (58-70 units)


This program is designed for California licensed Registered Nurses who hold an Associate degree in nursing from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and/or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation who are seeking to broaden their theoretical knowledge base to obtain a MSN in one of the required concentration areas: Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Adult Gerontology; Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP); Healthcare Leadership (HCL); Nursing Informatics; Nurse Educator. All required concentration areas have supervised experiences that are sufficient to demonstrate mastery of the AACN Master’s Essentials (2011).

Concentration Courses (12-24 units)


Students must complete all requirements in one of the following concentrations: Clinical Nurse Specialist Adult-Gerontology; Family Nurse Practitioner; Healthcare Leadership; Nurse Educator; Nursing Informatics

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