The Master's Entry to Practice (MEPN) program is an entry into practice master's degree that provides students with a previously earned bachelor's degree the opportunity to gain education and experience as a direct care provider of nursing in a variety of settings. The degree also provides an advantage to adult learners choosing nursing as a second career allowing them to become a nurse in a shorter amount of time and to earn a higher degree as opposed to a second baccalaureate degree.
Graduates of this program are eligible to apply to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN), examination in order to obtain a registered nurse license.
Learning Outcomes
- Apply theoretical knowledge to the practice of advanced nursing roles.
- Utilize evidence to address population health problems.
- Demonstrate professionalism at the advanced nursing level in the clinical setting.
- Pursue quality, effectiveness, and innovation in shared leadership of interprofessional health teams.