Online Nursing Degree : Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Online Nursing Program : LPN to BSN
Online Nursing University : Indiana State University
The new online LPN to BSN degree at Indiana State University is the only online RN/BSN training program in the country. LPNs and LVNs can earn their NLNAC-accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree without stepping foot in a classroom. Individuals can now use The College Network's comprehensive learning materials to pass their college college equivalency exams (CLEP®, DSST®, and Excelsior College® Examinations), and earn their general education and elective college credits (up to 76 credit hours). Individuals can complete their upper-level nursing courses (generally 43 hours) online with ISU. There is No Waiting List and clinical hours can be completed locally with a preceptor.
Accreditation:
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NEASC) , National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)
Requirements:
All applicants must be a LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse). LPN to BSN not available in Kansas. You must be at least 21 years old to apply for this program.
Topics : Online Nursing Degree, Online Nursing Programs, Distance Learning Nursing Degree, Distance Education Nursing Univeristy, Online Nursing at Indiana State University.
09 December 2009
Online Nursing - LPN to BSN at Indiana State U.
22 March 2008
Online Nursing Degree - Nursing Education
REQUIRED COURSES -- 35-38 CREDIT HOURS
Core Courses
NURS 601 Health Care Perspectives (3 credit hours)
NURS 605 Nursing Theory Development (3 credit hours)
EPSY 612 Statistical Methods (3 credit hours) - or -
HLTH 604 Research Design and Data Analysis in Health and Human Performance (3 credit hours)
NURS 633 Nursing Research (3 credit hours)
Classroom Course Work and Practica
NURS 653 Curriculum Process in Nursing (3 credit hours)
NURS 662 Measurement and Assessment in Nursing Education (3 credit hours)
NURS 673 Education Practices in Nursing (4 credit hours)
NURS 683 Advanced Clinical Concepts in Nursing Education (4 credit hours)
Culminating Experience
Select one of the following:
NURS 697 Evidence Based Practice for Advanced Practice Nurses (3 credit hours)
NURS 698 Culminating Project (3 credit hours)
NURS 699 Master's Thesis (6 credit hours)
Course Descriptions
All courses are delivered via the Internet. Clinicals can be arranged in the student's community.
Note: High-speed Internet access is required. For details see Computer Requirements
EPSY 612 Statistical Methods-3 hours.
A basic course in statistics. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, selected sampling distributions, correlation and simple linear regression, and elementary hypothesis testing (e.g., t-tests, chi-square). Students learn to use computer software appropriately to analyze their data, and to interpret computer output.
HLTH 604 Research Design and Data Analysis in Health and Human Performance-3 hours.
Designed to familiarize graduate students with research design and data analysis including scientific methodology, data collection, and statistical analyses. Includes an introduction to computerized data manipulation, analyses, interpretation, and presentation.
NURS 601 Health Care Perspectives-3 hours.
The course focuses on an analysis of policies, ethics, and finance in health care delivery and the role of advanced practice nursing in health care delivery systems.
NURS 605 Nursing Theory Development-3 hours.
The student will analyze and synthesize nursing, behavioral, natural and applied sciences theories, frameworks, and models and apply them to advanced nursing practice.
NURS 633 Nursing Research-3 hours.
The course provides an in-depth analysis of research processes used in advanced practice nursing. Emphasis is placed on methods for validating, refining, and extending nursing research. Prerequisite or concurrent: enrollment in statistics.
NURS 653 Curriculum Process in Nursing-3 hours.
Historical foundations, processes of curriculum development and new paradigms in nursing education are examined. Theories and conceptual frameworks for curriculum development are explored. Educational needs of practical, associate, baccalaureate, graduate, and continuing nursing education programs are differentiated. Three classroom hours per week. Pre-requisite 605 or consent of instructor.
NURS 662 Measurement and Assessment in Nursing Education-3 hours.
This course focuses on methods of assessment/measurement of theory and clinical learning for undergraduates and graduates, in campus and distance education environments. Assessment methods for adult learners in community healthcare settings will also be identified. Three classroom hours per week. Prerequisites: 601 and 605 or consent of instructor.
NURS 673 Educational Practices in Nursing-4 hours.
Teaching methods, evaluation tools, and the complexities of the educator role are explored. Guided teaching experiences with a selected mentor/preceptor provide opportunities to plan, implement and evaluate classroom and clinical instruction in various settings. Two classroom hours and an average of six clinical hours per week. Prerequisites: 653 and 663.
NURS 683 Advanced Clinical Concepts for Nurse Educators-3 hours.
Advanced concepts of health promotion, acute interdisciplinary intervention, and restorative health are explored in theory and clinical practice. Knowledge and skills are developed in a specialty area of nursing practice. Three classroom hours and an average of 6 clinical hours per week. Prerequisites: 601 and 605 or consent of the instructor.
NURS 697 Evidence Based Practice for Advanced Practice Nurses-3 hrs.
This course is designed to prepare advanced practice nurses to base clinical decision making on current research. Problem based learning will be used to examine clinical research, develop evidence based guidelines based on that research, and design an evaluation plan to determine the effectiveness of the guidelines. Prerequisite courses: 633. As this course is a substitution for a culminating project or thesis, this course must be taken during the final semester of the graduate nursing program.
NURS 698 Culminating Project-1-3 hours.
The student will complete the non-thesis option, culminating project. A student must complete at least 3 credits during the master’s program of study. Prerequisite: 633.
NURS 699 Master’s Thesis-6 hours.
Prerequisite: By permission of chair of thesis committee.
Online Nursing - Nursing Administration
Online Nursing Degree : Master's in Nursing: Nursing Administration Specialization
Online University : Indiana State University
The master of science in nursing (with a nursing administration specialization) includes 32-38 credit hours (listed below).
REQUIRED COURSES -- 32-38 CREDIT HOURS
Core Courses
NURS 601 Health Care Perspectives (3 credit hours)
NURS 605 Nursing Theory Development (3 credit hours)
EPSY 612 Statistical Methods (3 credit hours) - or -
HLTH 604 Research Design and Data Analysis in Health and Human Performance (3 credit hours)
Research
NURS 633 Nursing Research (3 credit hours)
Classroom Course Work and Practica
NURS 500X Nursing Informatics (3 credit hours)
NURS 651 Theories of Health Care Administration (3 credit hours)
NURS 652 Financial Management for Health Care Managers (3 credit hours)
NURS 671 Administrative Practices in Health Care Administration (2-5 credit hours)
Guided Electives (6 credit hours)
Culminating Experience
Select one of the following:
NURS 697 Evidence Based Practice for Advanced Practice Nurses (3 credit hours)
NURS 698 Culminating Project (3 credit hours)
NURS 699 Master's Thesis (6 credit hours)
Course Descriptions
All courses are delivered via the Internet. Clinicals can be arranged in the student's community.
Note: High-speed Internet access is required. For details see Computer Requirements
EPSY 612 Statistical Methods-3 hours.
A basic course in statistics. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, selected sampling distributions, correlation and simple linear regression, and elementary hypothesis testing (e.g., t-tests, chi-square). Students learn to use computer software appropriately to analyze their data, and to interpret computer output.
HLTH 604 Research Design and Data Analysis in Health and Human Performance-3 hours.
Designed to familiarize graduate students with research design and data analysis including scientific methodology, data collection, and statistical analyses. Includes an introduction to computerized data manipulation, analyses, interpretation, and presentation.
NURS 500 Topics in Nursing-1-3 hours.
Includes selected nursing topics as they relate to current issues, trends, and/or practices in nursing. Specific topics, some of which may have a clinical component, vary each semester. May be repeated if a different topic is studied. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
NURS 601 Health Care Perspectives-3 hours.
The course focuses on an analysis of policies, ethics, and finance in health care delivery and the role of advanced practice nursing in health care delivery systems.
NURS 605 Nursing Theory Development-3 hours.
The student will analyze and synthesize nursing, behavioral, natural and applied sciences theories, frameworks, and models and apply them to advanced nursing practice.
NURS 633 Nursing Research-3 hours.
The course provides an in-depth analysis of research processes used in advanced practice nursing. Emphasis is placed on methods for validating, refining, and extending nursing research. Prerequisite or concurrent: enrollment in statistics.
NURS 651 Theories of Health Care Administration-3 hours.
This course is designed to be an overview of theories of administration as they relate to the functions and responsibilities of a variety of nursing and healthcare administrator leadership roles. The student will analyze administrative theories and models for their application to health care administration. Three classroom hours per week.
NURS 652 Financial Management for Healthcare Managers-3 hours.
This course focuses on the economic and financial aspects of healthcare management with an emphasis on the management of patient care delivery. The budgetary process will be analyzed and its relationship to the larger health care system financial and economic environments will be explored. Three classroom hours per week.
NURS 671 Administrative Practices in Healthcare Administration-2-5 hours.
This course is designed to be an overview of nursing and health services administrative practices as they relate to the functions and responsibilities of leadership positions in a variety of healthcare settings. Students will apply problem solving strategies to cope with current issues in complex healthcare settings under the direction of a nursing leader or other appropriate preceptor. One classroom hour per week and one to four clinical hours per week (30-180 contact hours). Prerequisite: 651.
NURS 697 Evidence Based Practice for Advanced Practice Nurses-3 hrs.
This course is designed to prepare advanced practice nurses to base clinical decision making on current research. Problem based learning will be used to examine clinical research, develop evidence based guidelines based on that research, and design an evaluation plan to determine the effectiveness of the guidelines. Prerequisite courses: 633. As this course is a substitution for a culminating project or thesis, this course must be taken during the final semester of the graduate nursing program.
NURS 698 Culminating Project-1-3 hours.
The student will complete the non-thesis option, culminating project. A student must complete at least 3 credits during the master’s program of study. Prerequisite: 633.
NURS 699 Master’s Thesis-6 hours.
Prerequisite: By permission of chair of thesis committee.
Source: For more information on Online Nursing Degree at Indiana State University, please visit http://www.indstate.edu/distance/nursing_admin.html
Online Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Online Degree : Master's in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner Specialization
Online University : Indiana State University
The master of science in nursing (with a family nurse practitioner specialization) includes 48-51 hours (listed below).
REQUIRED COURSES -- 48-51 CREDIT HOURS
Core Courses (9 credit hours)
NURS 601 Health Care Perspectives (3 credit hours)
NURS 605 Nursing Theory Development (3 credit hours)
Plus one of the following:
EPSY 612 Statistical Methods (3 credit hours)
HLTH 604 Research Design and Data Analysis in Health and Human Performance (3 credit hours)
Research (3 credit hours)
NURS 633 Nursing Research (3 credit hours)
Clinical Course Work and Practica (31 credit hours)
LIFS 633 Advanced Pathophysiology (3 credit hours)
NURS 624 Health Assessment and Health Promotion for Advanced Nursing Practice (4 credit hours)
NURS 644 Theoretical Foundations of Family Health Care: Management of Common Chronic and Acute Health Problems I (7 credit hours)
NURS 645 Pharmacology for Advanced Practice Nurses (3 credit hours)
NURS 646 Diagnostic Laboratory for Family Nurse Practitioners (1 credit hour)
NURS 664 Theoretical Foundations of Family Health Care: Management of Common Chronic and Acute Health Problems II (8 credit hours)
NURS 670 Family Nurse Practitioner Preceptorship (5 credit hours)
Family Nurse Practitioner Role (2 credit hours)
NURS 635 Family Nurse Practitioner Role I (1 credit hour)
NURS 675 Family Nurse Practitioner Role II (1 credit hour)
Culminating Experience (3-6 credit hours)
Select one of the following:
NURS 697 Evidence Based Practice for Advanced Practice Nurses (3 credit hours)
NURS 698 Culminating Project (3 credit hours)
NURS 699 Master's Thesis (6 credit hours)
Course Descriptions
All courses are delivered via the Internet. Clinicals can be arranged in the student's community.
Note: High-speed Internet access is required. For details see Computer Requirements
EPSY 612 Statistical Methods-3 hours.
A basic course in statistics. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, selected sampling distributions, correlation and simple linear regression, and elementary hypothesis testing (e.g., t-tests, chi-square). Students learn to use computer software appropriately to analyze their data, and to interpret computer output.
LIFS 633 Advanced Pathophysiology-3 hours.
The course builds on a basic understanding of pathophysiology, providing in-depth understanding of adaptation and alteration in cellular function, biorhythms, cardiovascular system, pulmonary system, neuroendocrine system, immune system, and musculoskeletal system. Alterations due to internal/external stressors and aging will be identified. Prerequisites: 241 and 274 or equivalents.
HLTH 604 Research Design and Data Analysis in Health and Human Performance-3 hours.
Designed to familiarize graduate students with research design and data analysis including scientific methodology, data collection, and statistical analyses. Includes an introduction to computerized data manipulation, analyses, interpretation, and presentation.
NURS 601 Health Care Perspectives-3 hours.
The course focuses on an analysis of policies, ethics, and finance in health care delivery and the role of advanced practice nursing in health care delivery systems.
NURS 605 Nursing Theory Development-3 hours.
The student will analyze and synthesize nursing, behavioral, natural and applied sciences theories, frameworks, and models and apply them to advanced nursing practice.
NURS 624 Health Assessment and Health Promotion for Advanced Nursing Practice-4 hours.
This course provides a framework for systematic data collection, organization, documentation, and communication of health care data with a focus on differentiating between normal and pathological findings in clients throughout the life span. An emphasis on the holistic approach facilitates an analysis of developmental, familial, historical, cultural, environmental, occupational, and nutritional factors which are integral to the health and illness of the individual/family. Clinical experiences are utilized for the application of knowledge to practice. Two classroom hours and an average of six clinical hours per week. Prerequisites or concurrent: enrollment in 601, 605, 635 or consent of instructor.
NURS 633 Nursing Research-3 hours.
The course provides an in-depth analysis of research processes used in advanced practice nursing. Emphasis is placed on methods for validating, refining, and extending nursing research. Prerequisite or concurrent: enrollment in statistics.
NURS 635 Family Nurse Practitioner Role I-1 hour.
This seminar analyzes family health theories and frameworks. Emphasis is on the integration and application of theoretical and methodological approaches to family health care. The family nurse practitioner’s role and function as a member of an interdisciplinary team are introduced.
NURS 644 Theoretical Foundations of Family Health Care: Management of Common Chronic and Acute Health Problems I-7 hours.
Focus is on the family nurse practitioner’s role in the recognition and management of selected common chronic and acute health problems of clients across the life span which are encountered in primary health care settings. The course integrates assessment, current research findings, and theory into the diagnostic reasoning and management of health care. Concepts of health promotion and maintenance, anticipatory guidance, health education, behavioral management strategies, and family-focused health care are emphasized. Clinical experiences are utilized for the application of knowledge to practice. Three classroom hours and an average of 12 clinical hours per week. Prerequisite: 624. Prerequisites or concurrent: enrollment in 633 and Life Sciences 633.
NURS 645 Pharmacology for Advanced Practice Nurses-3 hours.
This course is designed to prepare advanced practice nurses to manage drug therapy for clients across the life span. Pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principles and current research form the foundation for discussion of selected drug groups. Emphasis is given to indications, mechanisms of action, dosages, adverse side effects and control, cost containment, and client education.
NURS 646 Diagnostic Laboratory for Family Nurse Practitioners-1 hour.
This course provides the technical skills, as well as diagnostic reasoning processes, which will enable the family nurse practitioner to collect and analyze laboratory specimens accurately and efficiently. Demonstrations and directed laboratory experiences focus on diagnostic tests commonly encountered in primary health care settings. The appropriate preparation and interpretation of screening procedures for the management of chronic and acute illnesses presented throughout the family nurse practitioner curriculum will be included. Three clinical hours per week.
NURS 664 Theoretical Foundations of Family Health Care: Management of Common Chronic and Acute Health Problems II-8 hours.
This course is a continuation of 644. The focus continues on the family nurse practitioner’s role in the recognition and management of selected common chronic and acute health problems of clients across the life span which are encountered in primary health care settings. The course integrates assessment, current research findings, and theory into the diagnostic reasoning and management of health care. Concepts of health promotion and maintenance, anticipatory guidance, health education, behavioral management strategies, and family-focused health care are emphasized. Clinical experiences are utilized for the application of knowledge to practice. Three classroom hours and an average of 15 clinical hours per week. Prerequisite: 644.
NURS 670 Family Nurse Practitioner Preceptorship-5 hours.
This clinical practicum provides the student with an in-depth focus on the development of leadership and clinical management skills and the application, refinement, and synthesis of knowledge and skills developed in previous didactic and clinical courses. Interdisciplinary collaborative practice and the student’s own advanced nursing practice model are emphasized. An average of 15 clinical hours per week. Prerequisite: 664.
NURS 675 Family Nurse Practitioner Role II-1 hour.
This seminar explores issues related to advanced practice roles and functions. Attention is also given to the individual’s exploration of a personal/professional ideology and clinical style. Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in 670 or with consent of instructor.
NURS 697 Evidence Based Practice for Advanced Practice Nurses-3 hrs.
This course is designed to prepare advanced practice nurses to base clinical decision making on current research. Problem based learning will be used to examine clinical research, develop evidence based guidelines based on that research, and design an evaluation plan to determine the effectiveness of the guidelines. Prerequisite courses: 633. As this course is a substitution for a culminating project or thesis, this course must be taken during the final semester of the graduate nursing program.
NURS 698 Culminating Project-1-3 hours.
The student will complete the non-thesis option, culminating project. A student must complete at least 3 credits during the master’s program of study. Prerequisite: 633.
NURS 699 Master’s Thesis-6 hours.
Prerequisite: By permission of chair of thesis committee.
Source: For more information on Online Nursing Degree at Indiana State University, please visit http://www.indstate.edu/distance/fnp_specialization.html
Online Degree : Master Of Science in Nursing
Online University : Indiana State University
Learning Format : Distance Learning Education Programs, Online Nursing Degree
Nursing Master of Science
The master's program in nursing prepares students for leadership and clinical roles in advanced practice nursing, and serves as a foundation for doctoral studies.
Specialization is offered in three areas:
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Nursing Administration
- Nursing Education
The master degree program can be completed in 2 - 2 1/2 years (full time); or in 3-5 years (part time).
Indiana State University's Nursing Program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. Graduates of the Family Nurse Practitioner Track are eligible to apply for ANCC or AANP certification.
Course Delivery
All nursing courses are offered via the Internet. Clinical courses may be arranged in your community. This on-line program includes lectures delivered via video and audio. High-speed Internet connection is required (as well as a headset and microphone, and web camera). For details, see Computer Requirements.
Degree Requirements
Requirements vary by area of study. For a list of required courses, visit the following links:
- Master's in Nursing -- Family Nurse Practitioner Specialization
48-51 credit hours - Master's in Nursing -- Nursing Administration Specialization
32-38 credit hours - Master's in Nursing -- Nursing Education Specialization
35-38 credit hours
Admission Requirements
Individuals must apply and meet minimum requirements for admission to Indiana State University. See Get Started.
In addition, admission to the Nursing Master's Program requires:
- A baccalaureate degree in nursing from a college or university accredited by the National League for Nursing (or equivalent accreditation association) with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale;
- A current Indiana R.N. license or equivalent in the geographical location where the student will be doing his / her preceptorship or clinical practicum;
- Three letters of reference, including at least one academic and one professional reference;
A personal statement of professional goals; - Evidence of one year full-time work experience as a registered nurse before enrollment in either a role or clinical course.
Academic Advisor
Esther Acree, Interim Dean
College of Nursing
1-888-293-4842
rthompson10@isugw.indstate.edu
