Master of Science in Nursing

Our master of science degree in nursing (M.S.N.) builds on baccalaureate nursing education to prepare graduates for advanced nursing roles, and serves as a foundation for doctoral study.

The program gives nurses the knowledge and skills they need to function in a rapidly changing environment that demands new and innovative approaches to nursing, healthcare delivery, management, and education.

We offer two concentrations: nursing and healthcare leadership, and nursing education. You can choose either or both of them. An RN-BS-MSN track is also available.

Faculty from our Divisions of Nursing, Business and Law, and Education teach the interdisciplinary M.S.N. program.

Nursing and Healthcare Leadership

This track prepares you for managerial and leadership positions in such areas as acute care, long-term care, home care, health information, quality improvement, consulting, and political or legislative environments.

Nursing Education

This track prepares you for faculty and nurse educator positions in collegiate and practice settings.

Certificate Programs

Bachelor's- or master's-prepared nurses can earn a certificate to enhance their experience as managers or educators. These credits are transferable to an M.S.N. degree if you matriculate within two years of completion.

Accreditation

Elms College nursing programs are approved by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). CCNE ensures quality and integrity of nursing programs. The Commission accredits only baccalaureate and graduate programs in nursing located in institutions of higher education. The current accreditation is in effect until 2014.

CCNE accreditation serves the public interest by ensuring that quality and integrity of baccalaureate and graduate nursing programs and by fostering continuing improvement. Accreditation also assures that the graduates of Elms College nursing program meet the standards for professional education in nursing, qualifying them to practice nursing as well as pursue advanced degrees.