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Associate's Degree Programs in Nursing and Health Care

Associate of Arts in Health Administration (AR + MN only)
The Associate of Arts degree in Health Administration is designed to help students understand—and potentially function within—health and human services settings. The curriculum provides a solid foundation in the roles of health and human services workers, public policy, information technology, financial management and regulatory and ethical issues.
 
Associate of Arts in Health Care Administration
The Associate of Arts in Health Care Administration focuses on health care organizations, the roles of health care workers, public policy, information technology, financial management, and regulatory and ethical issues of health care. In this degree program, students will examine current strengths, weaknesses and challenges of the U.S. health care system.
 
Associate of Arts in Health Care Administration/Medical Records
The Associate of Arts in Health Care Administration with an emphasis on Medical Records lays a foundation for further study in health care at the bachelor’s degree level. Topics focus on medical terminology related to disease diagnosis and treatment, patient information management and medical claims processing. Software instruction synthesizes a variety of records processes common in medical facilities.
 
Associate of Arts in Health Care Administration/Pharmacy Practice
The Associate of Arts degree in Health Care Administration with an emphasis on Pharmacy Practice provides a context for the study of the basic operations of community and institutional pharmacies, as well as for further study in health care at the bachelor’s degree level. Topics focus on medical terminology, disease diagnosis and treatment, basic pharmacy processes and equipment, and medical claims processing.

Bachelor's Degree Programs in Nursing and Health Care

Bachelor of Science in Health Administration
The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration program integrates a foundation of general education and applied sciences with the skills needed in today’s health-related settings. The curriculum addresses the basic body of knowledge, understanding, and skills identified as relevant to health care services.

Bachelor of Science in Health Administration/Health Information Systems
The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration program integrates a foundation of general education and applied sciences with the skills needed in today’s health-related settings. The curriculum addresses the basic body of knowledge, understanding, and skills identified as relevant to health care services. Additionally, the Health Information Systems concentration provides insight into the current world of health information systems.

Bachelor of Science in Health Administration/Long Term Care
The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration program integrates a foundation of general education and applied sciences with the skills needed in today’s health-related settings. The curriculum addresses the basic body of knowledge, understanding, and skills identified as relevant to health care services. Additionally, the Long Term Care concentration provides initial educational preparation within this health care arena.

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Practical or Vocational nurses can earn their Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing through a special sequence in the nursing program. Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the program focuses on transitioning to the professional nursing role, advanced clinical skills, and critical thinking. Graduates will be eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN® Examination).

RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, which is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, is designed to develop the professional knowledge and skills of registered nurses. The curriculum is built upon a foundation of biological, physical, and social sciences which contribute to the science of nursing. The liberal arts components enhance the development of the intellectual, social, and cultural aspects of the professional nurse.

Master's Degree Programs in Nursing and Health Care

Master of Health Administration
The Master of Health Administration program is designed to provide the skills and knowledge needed to effectively respond in today’s health care industry. Students learn to critically examine and evaluate issues and trends. Incorporating the latest theories and contemporary practice applications, the curriculum provides content in finance, policy, research, technology, quality improvement, economics, marketing, and strategic planning.

Master of Health Administration/Gerontology
The Master of Health Administration program is designed to provide the skills and knowledge needed to effectively respond in today’s health care industry. The Gerontology concentration is designed for health care professionals with diverse interdisciplinary backgrounds. Students gain relevant information related to the physical, mental, and social aspects of gerontology and the process of aging, as well as human services, and economic and legal factors that influence elders.

Master of Health Administration/Health Care Education
The Master of Health Administration program is designed to provide the skills and knowledge needed to effectively respond in today’s health care industry. The Health Care Education concentration is designed to enable current or potential educators to update or expand their knowledge in curriculum development, assessment, and evaluation, and revitalize their teaching and learning strategies.

Master of Health Administration/Health Care Informatics
The Master of Health Administration program is designed to provide the skills and knowledge needed to effectively respond in today’s health care industry. The Health Care Informatics concentration enables students to gain current knowledge in the concepts of health care informatics, systems life cycle, and data management.

Master of Science in Nursing
The Master of Science in Nursing program, which is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of registered nurses with baccalaureate-degree preparation. The program addresses functioning in leadership roles in practice and educational settings. Coursework covers advanced nursing content and process, as well as leadership skills.

Master of Science in Nursing Bridge
The Master of Science in Nursing Bridge program is intended for nursing students with baccalaureate-degree preparation non-nursing fields. Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the program addresses functioning in leadership roles in practice and educational settings. Coursework covers advanced nursing content and process, as well as leadership skills.

Master of Science in Nursing for Nurse Practitioners
The Master of Science in Nursing for Nurse Practitioners program is a graduate degree completion option for nurse practitioners with baccalaureate-degree preparation. Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the program enables them to enhance their educational qualifications and complete their graduate degrees in nursing without leaving their current employment or home communities. Coursework addresses advanced nursing content and process, finance, change management, and evidence-based nursing research.

Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner
The Master of Science in Nursing program, which is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of registered nurses with baccalaureate-degree preparation. The Family Nurse Practitioner concentration focuses on health care needs throughout the lifespan. It also addresses independent and collaborative decision-making in health promotion and maintenance, with an emphasis on primary care. Graduates are eligible to take the National Family Nurse Practitioner Certification Exam.

Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner Bridge
The Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner Bridge program is intended for nursing students with baccalaureate-degree preparation non-nursing fields. Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the program includes coursework in advanced nursing content and process. The Family Nurse Practitioner concentration focuses on health care needs throughout the lifespan. Graduates are eligible to take the National Family Nurse Practitioner Certification Exam.

Master of Science in Nursing/Master of Business Administration/Health Care Management
The Master of Science in Nursing/Master of Business Administration/Health Care Management program is designed to provide nurses with a blend of advanced nursing and business management skills. Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Master of Science in Nursing component of this dual-degree program combines nursing theory with advanced practice concepts. The Master of Business Administration/Health Care Management component emphasizes the identification, analysis, and solution development of complex management problems.

Master of Science in Nursing/Master of Business Administration/Health Care Management Bridge
The Master of Science in Nursing/Master of Business Administration/Health Care Management Bridge program is intended for nursing students with baccalaureate-degree preparation in non-nursing fields. Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Master of Science in Nursing component of this dual-degree program combines nursing theory with advanced practice concepts. The Master of Business Administration/Health Care Management component emphasizes the identification, analysis, and solution development of complex management problems.

Master of Science in Nursing/Master of Health Administration
The Master of Science in Nursing/Master of Health Administration is a dual-degree program designed to provide nurses with a blend of advanced nursing and health care related business skills. Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Master of Science in Nursing component addresses nursing theory and advanced practice concepts. The Master of Health Administration component focuses on finance, economics, policy, quality improvement, marketing, and strategic planning.

Master of Science in Nursing/Nursing/Health Care Education
The Master of Science in Nursing program, which is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of registered nurses with baccalaureate-degree preparation. The program focuses on functioning in leadership roles in practice and educational settings. The Health Care Education concentration addresses the faculty role, curriculum development, assessment and evaluation, and instructional strategies.

Master of Science in Nursing/Nursing/Health Care Education Bridge
The Master of Science in Nursing/Nursing/Health Care Education Bridge program
is intended for nursing students with baccalaureate-degree preparation in non-nursing fields.
The Master of Science in Nursing program, which is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, focuses on functioning in leadership roles in practice and educational settings. The Health Care Education concentration addresses the faculty role, curriculum development, assessment and evaluation, and instructional strategies.