Online Masters in Nursing Administration
The Department of nursing prepares students for roles in nursing administration with the Masters of Nursing Administration Track. With 100% of course work online, this program is suitable for the working RN who desires a career in healthcare administration.
The department offers personalized advising and small class sizes. With rolling classes each semester, students can complete courses on a timeline that fits their schedule. This means that you can take these on-line courses from the comfort of your own home, plus have opportunities for live interaction among faculty and other students. The administration experiences needed for the Nursing Administration track can be taken near your place of residence to aid in the convenience of balancing your education with family and job responsibilities.
Online Masters in Nursing Administration Application
FHSU Department of Nursing requires one (1) application as well as other requirements before you can be admitted to the Masters of Science in Nursing Program.
Fort Hays State University Department of Nursing does not accept applications for the nursing program from the following states: Alabama, California, Colorado, Tennessee, Utah.
Graduation School Application Information
You will submit this application to the Graduate School.
Completed applications will be reviewed monthly. Applications must be completed in full by the following deadlines in order to be considered for the desired semester start: February 1 for the summer, July 1 for fall semester, and October 1 for the spring semester.
Please examine the program summary below and browse this site for information regarding scholarships that are available and other pertinent information.
If you have any questions, call (785) 628-4256.
Admission and Progression Requirements for Graduate Nursing Students
Post Masters Certificate
For students who have already obtained a graduate degree in nursing, the department offers a post-masters certificate in nursing administration. This certificate program is perfect for the advanced practice nurse or nurse educator who wishes to become a nurse administrator.
Nursing Administration Certificate (12 credit hours):
NURS 861 Complexity in Health Care Organizations 3
NURS 862 Administrative Management in Health Care Organizations 3
NURS 876 Apprenticeship: Nursing Administration 3**
Graduate Elective Course 3
Nursing Administration Badge (6 credit hours):
Any 6 credit hours within the Nursing Administration track courses
Certificates and badges will be sent to the students upon successful completion of the required credit amount.
**Nursing Administration NURS 876 – Preceptor is to be a RN with MSN degree working in a nursing administrative role in a healthcare facility.
Note to International Students: The MSN Program is an on-line program. It does not meet the requirements for International students who require on-campus courses.
Online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) for Nurse Administrators
Program Overview
(Full Curriculum & Course Rotation PDF)
FOUNDATION COURSES
NURS 808 Advanced Statistics 3
NURS 809 Advanced Foundations for Nursing Practice 3
NURS 810 Developing Nursing Theories 3
NURS 807 Advanced Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, & Health Assessment for Nurse Educators & Nurse Administrators 3
NURS 802 Advanced Health Assessment Practicum for Educators and Administrators 1
NURS 814 Healthcare: Policy/Politics/Organization/Cost 2
NURS 872 Informatics in Health Care Systems 3
NURS 882 Research in Nursing 3
NURSE ADMINISTRATOR TRACK COURSES
NURS 861 Complexity in Health Care Org 3
NURS 862 Administrative Management in Health Care Organizations 3
NURS 876 Apprenticeship: Nursing Administration 3**
NURS 890 Development of an Evidence-Based Practice Project 1
NURS 891 Implementation & Evaluation of an Evidence-Based Practice Project 2
Graduate Elective Course 3
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS 36
**Nursing Administration NURS 876 – Preceptor is to be a RN with MSN degree working in a nursing administrative role in a healthcare facility.