Care for families
A master’s degree in nursing from SMWC can help you advance in your healthcare career and increase your earnings
As populations age and the current healthcare workforce begins to retire, the need for primary care continues to expand. If you’re a registered nurse, you might be looking to take your career to the next level and respond to growing primary care needs. A master’s degree in nursing with a family nurse practitioner concentration from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College can help you accomplish your goals.
- Learn from faculty with extensive experience in the field during classes on campus one day a week
- Earn a master’s degree promoting holistic health, including the spiritual well-being of patients. Our curriculum offers a focus in social justice, which is one of SMWC’s values
- Develop effective leadership abilities and a deep concern for the most vulnerable in society
- Enjoy the flexibility of this part-time program which enables registered nurses to manage graduate study with family and professional responsibilities
- Let SMWC’s 180 years of educating students help you prepare for a rewarding career managing the care of families
- Our program requires 44 credit hours of coursework and 500 clinical hours. It is designed according to the educational guidelines of the American Association of Colleges in Nursing and The National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties
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Why should you get your Master's degree?
According to Indeed.com, the earnings increase from a bachelor’s level to a master’s level is approximately 20%.
Prepare for your future
As a nurse practitioner, you will be able to assess, order diagnostics, diagnose, write prescriptions and treat patients through a comprehensive approach to healthcare. The annual mean wage for nurse practitioners in Indiana is nearly $100,000, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Family nurse practitioners work in primary care settings, ambulatory healthcare services, schools and clinics.
FAQ’s
Can I work during the program?
Yes! Students have the option to attend classes in person, live online, or view the recording online. This program gives you the flexibility to work toward advancing your career while meeting your family and professional responsibilities.
How will MSN benefit me?
This program will help you learn to promote holistic health, including spiritual well-being, by supporting wellness and health-related activities for self and patients. It also focuses on leadership and helps you build management abilities through the competent coordination of patient care across the healthcare continuum.
