This certificate provides a professional development opportunity for currently licensed Registered Nurse who wants to learn about the scope and standards of holistic nursing and the applicability to current nursing practice. This certificate incorporates nursing theories, ethical considerations, and the philosophical foundation of what it means to holistically care for their patients and families using the principles of mind, body, and spirit. The four courses in this certificate program provide learners with a foundation of theoretical knowledge and resources as a preparation for the national holistic nursing certification exam as an option if they wished to sit for the examination.

Graduate Certificate in Holistic Nursing Practice at Rowan University
Graduate Certificate in Holistic Nursing Practice at Rowan University
The Holistic Nursing Practice is a Graduate Certificate degree offered by Rowan University at its main campus in Glassboro , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 1 year to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from September 5, 2027.
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Requirements and Admission Criteria for Graduate Certificate in Holistic Nursing Practice at Rowan University
Entry Requirements
- Application fee: $65 (USD) non-refundable
*There are no waivers available. - College Transcript and Copy of Original Degree – If you have completed more than one degree, all academic credentials should be submitted. Additionally, if your document is not translated to English a certified English translation is required.
- Standardized English language test score – a TOEFL minimum score of 70, IELTS minimum score of 6.0, PTE minimum score of 50 or Duolingo test minimum score of 120 for traditional admissions.
* If you don't meet the English required scores please see Conditional Admissions - Professional resume/CV
- Recommendations – a minimum of 2 are required for Master’s programs, and a minimum of 3 are required for Doctoral (Ph.D.) programs.
- Statement of professional objectives – Provide reasons for pursuing the program applied. Describe how you will use this program to reach your career goes, and educational goals beyond the master’s level if applicable. Students should also identify personal qualities that they want the committee to see in them, such as leadership, concerns for others, talent, etc.
- You can upload the required documents to your application portal once you submit your application. Additional items may be required depending on the program applied.
English Requirements
- PTEMin 50
- IELTSMin 6
- TOEFLMin 70
Tuition and Fee Information for Graduate Certificate in Holistic Nursing Practice at Rowan University
Application Fee 65
How to Apply for Graduate Certificate in Holistic Nursing Practice at Rowan University
- Go to apply.rowan.edu/apply to complete the online application.
- Invite your recommenders, and let them know they can submit their recommendation electronically.
- Review specific requirements when selecting your program of choice.
- Share your standardized English language test score with Rowan University – Rowan’s TOEFL code is 2515, Rowan’s Pearson Test of English (PTE) code is M7V. For Duolingo , please add Rowan University to your “My Colleges” list. Official IELTS score reports can be verified with the TRF# in the bottom right corner. International students must submit standardized test scores unless they are exempt (View Language Policy).
- Review Rowan University’s International Admissions Policies
Graduate Certificate in Holistic Nursing Practice at Rowan University

Rowan University
United States of America, Glassboro