GNCNS-MAJOR - Clinical Nurse Specialist (MS: CNS)

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Learning Outcomes

Program Title

Clinical Nurse Specialist (MS: CNS)

Department(s)

Nursing

College/School

Henry Predolin College of Health Sciences

Program Level

Graduate

Months to Completion

CIP Code / Description

513801: Registered Nursing

Program Description

The Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Clinical Nurse Specialist prepares registered nurses for advanced practice focused on improving patient care and healthcare system outcomes. Students develop expertise in advanced clinical assessment, evidence-based practice, and systems leadership while addressing complex patient needs, care coordination, and quality improvement. The program integrates graduate coursework with supervised clinical experiences, emphasizing ethical practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the use of data to enhance outcomes across populations and settings. Graduates are prepared for national certification and licensure as Clinical Nurse Specialists and for advanced roles in clinical practice, education, and healthcare leadership.