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2022-2023 Online College Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Online College Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Master of Science in Nursing & Master of Health Administration


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This online graduate program allows RNs with bachelor’s degrees in nursing to earn both a Master of Science in Nursing and a Master of Health Administration.  Both degrees are awarded at the same time with the completion of all requirements. This 60-credit dual degree appeals to and benefits nurses who are, or plan to be, in a leadership position such as manager, director of nursing, Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), Chief Operating Officer (COO), or hospital administrator.  Curriculum in the MHA also provides the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare leaders to address the issues of access, quality and cost of health care services that face this nation.

Note: Students who have already completed their MSHA or MHA with SJC are not eligible for admittance into the MSN/MHA dual degree program.

 

Admission Requirements


 

  1. BSN from an accredited institution
  2. Active unrestricted, unencumbered RN license in the US
  3. Cumulative GPA 3.0
  4. All official transcripts
  5. Must have statistics and health assessment as an undergrad with a B or better and courses must be current. 
    *  If the applicant did not have statistics or health assessment as an undergrad, recommend that they take the courses at SJC and apply once the courses are complete
  6. Resume or CV
  7. Career Statement
    **  FNP/AGACNP Applicants:  Describe the FNP/AGACNP role in the context of advanced practice. How does obtaining a graduate nursing degree fit into your professional development goals? 
    ***  Administration/Education Applicants:  In 750 words or less, please describe how a nurse with an advanced degree impacts practice and how you plan to use your advanced degree after graduation.
  8. 3 references - from peer, supervisor and prior faculty
  9. TOEFL if needed

Note:  Applicants who have had license sanctions must be without restrictions during the two years prior to Saint Joseph’s application.

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