Certificate programs challenge students to update and enhance their competency.  The nursing program provides opportunity for post baccalaureate nurses to complete four graduate courses and obtain a graduate certificate within two specialty areas.  Courses address evidence based practice and advanced nursing concepts within a biblical framework focusing on servant leadership within professional practice.  A total of 325 clinical practicum hours are included.  Courses can be completed within 12 months.  Students have the option to use graduate certificate courses completed at a B or higher grade within a degree emphasis if they apply and are accepted within five years into the Master of Science in Nursing  program.  

Certificate Admission Requirements: Students must have an unencumbered RN license and a BSN degree.

Required Certificate Courses (12 credit hours per stand-alone certificate):