Online Nursing Classes
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Curriculum
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program at Mercy College of Ohio is crafted to advance nursing knowledge, leadership, and specialized skills. Our accredited online curriculum is focused on preparing graduates for advanced practice and leadership roles in healthcare, emphasizing evidence-based practice, patient care excellence, and the flexibility to study while working.
Sample program of study:
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 510 | Theoretical Foundations for Professional Nursing Practice | 3 |
| NUR 515 | Research and Evidence-Based Practice | 3 |
| Total Hours | 6 | |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 520 | Healthcare Policy in the Global Community | 3 |
| NUR 525 | Population-Based Healthcare | 3 |
| Total Hours | 6 | |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 530 | Informatics and Healthcare Technologies | 3 |
| NUR 536 | Teaching and Learning Strategies in Nursing Education | 3 |
| Total Hours | 6 | |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 541 | Advanced Nursing Curriculum Design | 3 |
| NUR 546 | Evaluation Methods in Nursing Education | 3 |
| Total Hours | 6 | |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 551 | Integrated Advanced Pathophysiology, Physical Assessment, and Pharmacology | 3 |
| NUR 556 | Education Capstone I | 3 |
| Total Hours | 6 | |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 561 | Education Practicum | 3 |
| NUR 566 | Education Capstone II | 3 |
| Total Hours | 6 | |
Sample program of study:
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 510 | Theoretical Foundations for Professional Nursing Practice | 3 |
| NUR 515 | Research and Evidence-Based Practice | 3 |
| Total Hours | 6 | |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 520 | Healthcare Policy in the Global Community | 3 |
| NUR 525 | Population-Based Healthcare | 3 |
| Total Hours | 6 | |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 530 | Informatics and Healthcare Technologies | 3 |
| NUR 535 | Leadership and Strategic Management for Advanced Nursing Roles | 3 |
| Total Hours | 6 | |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 540 | Healthcare Systems and Organization for Nurse Leaders | 3 |
| NUR 545 | Strategic Management of Human Resources | 3 |
| Total Hours | 6 | |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 555 | Financial Management in Healthcare | 3 |
| NUR 550 | Leadership Capstone I | 3 |
| Total Hours | 6 | |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 560 | Leadership Practicum | 3 |
| NUR 565 | Leadership Capstone II | 3 |
| Total Hours | 6 | |