Cox College is proud to introduce a Masters of Science in Nursing program. We offer three tracks; Clinical Nurse Leader, Family Nurse Practitioner and Nurse Educator.

Purpose

To grow and educate nursing professionals to keep up with the demands of healthcare. "Cox College is committed to excellence by meeting the educational needs of students and the health care community." This mission is the reason we have developed a graduate level program. The increasing need for nurses equates to a high demand for educators.

 Also offered is an RN to MSN option allows registered nurses with a diploma or associate of science degree the option to achieve their Masters degree while working on their bachelors degree. Nine credit hours of MSN electives may be used as dual enrolled credits that work towards the BSN and MSN program. Further program information

Steps to apply

1. Submit Cox College Graduate application
2. Complete FAFSA for Student Loan Eligibility
3. Submit RN licence
4. Submit copy of BLS certification
5. Submit personal essay. "Why do you want to pursue an MSN degree and how will you accomplish your goal?"
     Single space, 12 point font, maximum length of 1,000 words.
6. Submit two letters of recommendation from current supervisor and another health care professional
7. Request transcripts to be sent to

 Program check list and course listing.

Programs offered

Clinical NurseLeader (CNL) - those seeking advancement to administrative and/or clinical leadership roles within health care organizations.

Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) -  those seeking to become Advanced Practice Nurses (APRN) who provide primary health care to clients across the lifespan in almost every patient care setting.

Nurse Educator (NE) - those who wish to teach nursing in higher education settings or provide education to staff in other health care settings.

 Core Course Requirements

• Leadership in Health Care and Nursing Education Systems
• Advanced Physiology and Pathophysiology
• Ethical and Legal Practice in Health Care
• Nursing Research and Evidence Based Practice
• Advanced Pharmacology
• Advanced Nursing Assessment

The program consists of:

• Two 8-week blocks during the spring semester
• One 8-week block during the summer semester
• Two 8-week blocks during the fall semester
  *Classes will be enhanced online or hybrid online, allowing you to continue working as you broaden your education.

Program total: 36 credit hours 

            21 hours core coursework
              6 hours specialized coursework
              6 hours clinical practicum and research project

Clinical Nurse Leader

The MSN Clinical Nurse Leader program is for those baccalaureate-prepared registered nurses those seeking advancement to administrative and/or clinical leadership roles within health care organizations. Proposed course work includes leadership and organizational theory related to all aspects of resource (fiscal and human) management and utilization. Evidence-based practice concepts are included to inform design, implementation and evaluation of client outcomes.

Course requirements:

• Clinical Nurse Leader practicum and research
• Human Resource Management
• Financial statistics of health care management

Family Nurse Practitioner

The MSN Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program is for baccalaureate prepared registered nurses those seeking to become Advanced Practice Nurses (APRN) who provide primary health care to clients across the lifespan in almost every patient care setting.

Course requirements:

• Population specific clinical courses
• FNP practicum and evidence-based research

Nurse Educator

The MSN Nurse Educator program is for those baccalaureate-prepared registered nurses those who wish to teach nursing in higher education settings or provide education to staff in other health care settings. Proposed coursework includes research, evidence-based practice, nursing and education theory, and information technology, with an emphasis on the application of concepts to the nurse educator role.

 Course requirements:

• Educational theory and practice
• Instructional strategies and technologies
• Nurse Educator practicum and research
   

Financial Aid
Graduate and professional students are not eligible for federal grant aid, but may be eligible for federal Stafford loans. The subsidized loan limit is $8,500 per academic year and the unsubsidized loan limit is $12,000 per academic year. To apply for federal funds, the student must complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

If you are a CoxHealth employee you may qualify for up to $1,200 per year in tuition reimbursement. To verify if you qualify contact Human Resources at 417/269-3000. 

For more information contact

The admissions office: admissions@coxcollege.edu 417/269-3401