Nursing (MSN), Master of Science Degree - Nurse Leader Track

Program Location	Orange County - Online (August 2015 Cohort and forward)
Program Credits	36 Credits
Program Length*	6 Trimesters, 96 Instructional Weeks
Time to Complete	24 Months

_{*Program length may vary.}

The MSN Program Nurse Leader Track at West Coast University is designed to prepare the graduate for the challenges of leading health care organizations through these times of constant change and innovation, which demands highly qualified leaders with a well-rounded understanding of clinical, managerial, and business concepts.  Students will learn the theories and concepts of leadership models, research utilization, strategic planning and financial management, as well as policy development, ethical concepts and practices, and opportunities to collaborate with other health care disciplines.  The program prepares the nurse leader to lead processes and teams, and apply analytical and problem-solving skills on a daily basis to enhance the quality of patient care outcomes in a variety of settings.  

Completion of this program would support eligibility requirements necessary to apply for certification with the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Nurse Executive (NE-BC).  

MSN with Nurse Leader Track Program Costs

For program costs, please see the Distance Education Tuition and Fees section.