Associate Professor Lauren O'Hare, department chair of nursing 
Professor Dr. Kathleen Ahern, director of the master's program in nursing

The master’s program in nursing at Wagner College is designed for professional nurses, and has as its purpose the advancement of nursing knowledge and abilities, both in general and in a specific functional area. The requirements for the degree of Master of Science in nursing are the completion of 44/45 credits. Students in the program have the opportunity to expand their knowledge base, synthesize knowledge into new concepts and theories, test theories, create new ideas and processes, and apply them in nursing practice. Students are given the opportunity to learn strategies of leadership and change in order to improve standards of nursing practice and the health status of society. Preparation in the role areas of educator or family nurse practitioner are offered. The program provides a strong foundation for doctoral study.

The Master’s Program in Nursing is Accredited by the National League for

Nursing Accrediting Commission, Inc. 61 Broadway-33rd Floor, New York, New York 10006.

Phone 212 363 5555 ext 153.

Program Objectives

In order to fulfill the purposes of the Wagner College graduate nursing program, students must meet the following program objectives.

Upon completion of the program students will be able to:

1. evaluate nursing practice as it influences the quality of services provided within the health care system;

2. analyze nursing theories and strategies in practice to promote, restore, and maintain the optimum level of health of populations across the life span;

3. use research to improve nursing practice:

4. function as catalysts for change in collegial roles with other health professionals to improve the health care delivery system;

5. demonstrate leadership roles by functioning as:
a. nurse educators in collegiate nursing programs or staff development programs; or
b. nurse administrators in a health care facility; or
c. family nurse practitioners; and

6. promote responsibility and accountability in themselves and others in their roles as educators, administrators, and practitioners.

 

 

Information on this page is taken from the 2005-2006 Wagner College Graduate Bulletin.