Academic Program Proposal

Date
Proposal
Activated
Institution
and
Proposal
Degree
Awarded
Academic
Program
Name
Objections
Received
Objection
Deadline
MHEC Final
Action
Final
Decision
Date
Hood College
Proposal
Master of Science (M.S.N.)Nursing12/31/2022Recommended2/3/2023
Nursing Program Description
The Master of Science (M.S.N.) in Nursing will prepare nurses to function in expanded roles, including leadership, education, and in clinical practice as a nurse practitioner. The MSN degree will have three tracks. Each of these will be delivered online, except for the required practicums, which are in-person with a preceptor in a healthcare or academic setting. Students have the option of full-time or part-time participation and will be able to complete the degrees in 4-6 semesters.