Designed for experienced nurses who want to expand their career options, the Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Quality and Safety prepares nurses to assume a broader leadership role in risk management related to quality and safety improvement within a healthcare organization while actively participating in and leading interdisciplinary teams.
The course outcomes are aligned with the American Association of Colleges (AACN) MSN Essentials (2011). Specialization-focused courses are also aligned with the Graduate-Level Quality and Safety Education in Nursing (QSEN) Competencies.
"The Master of Science in Nursing program at NCU is pursuing initial accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791. (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org). Applying for accreditation does not guarantee that accreditation will be granted."
| Credit Hours | Courses | Est. Time to Complete | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSN | 36 | 12 | 26 months | View Course Catalog |
Unmatched Flexibility
NCU offers weekly course starts, no scheduled lecture hours, no group assignments, weekly assignments, and the ability to schedule courses around your personal and professional obligations.
100% Doctoral Faculty
No matter the degree level you pursue, you can rest assured that you will be mentored by doctors in your field of study.
One-to-One Engagement
You won't have to fight for facetime as one of many within a classroom. At NCU, you'll have the opportunity to interact one to one with your professor, receiving personalized mentoring.
Quality and Safety Learning Outcomes
- Assess nursing care against professional standards of care and community needs
- Recommend professional nursing practices using research and evidence-based practice models
- Prioritize accountability and responsibility in professional judgment, ethics, and actions
- Recommend new models for nursing in an expanded role of citizen in the global society
- Evaluate policies and economics related to health care delivery
- Identify sources and areas of improvement for nursing quality and patient safety