Master of Science in Nursing
Nursing Education Program Accreditation
The Mount Marty College tradition of service learning and outreach to under served populations has stimulated the development of a Master of Science in Nursing program with specialties that will reach those populations and beyond. External forces that support and demand this program include rural health care and the need for health promotion and disease prevention. The learning outcomes from the MMC Master of Science in Nursing program are based on The Essentials for Master’s Education in Nursing as published by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN, 2011). Program goals include the development of a professional advanced practice nurse who provides holistic nursing care based on nursing theory and evidencebased practice with an appreciation of the uniqueness of each individual and family, the influence of society, and the multidimensional aspects of health. The MMC graduate is prepared to meet the primary health care needs of a variety of populations including rural and under served populations and is also prepared to take an active leadership role in health care advancements.
Program Emphasis: Family Nurse Practitioner Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs) are clinical experts who implement a holistic approach that emphasizes both care and cure. They apply cutting-edge science and manage the health needs of patients in primary care settings. The focus of the FNP program is to provide the academic knowledge and clinical skills necessary for health promotion, disease prevention, assessment, and management of common acute and chronic illnesses.
Admission Requirements • • • • • • • • •
Bachelor’s degree in nursing from a NLN or CCNE accredited institution Cumulative GPA 3.0 on a 4.0 scale Successful completion of an undergraduate physical assessment course Current licensure as an RN with at least one year of professional RN practice Completed criminal background check Completion of Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Three recommendations for admission Physical exam and immunization documents Interview with faculty
Program Prerequisites
A graduate statistics course must be completed with a grade of B or higher within first year of program.
Program Completion Requirements • • • •
No grade lower than B is allowed in major courses Completion of all required courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 Satisfactory clinical evaluations Satisfactory completion of program terminal objectives 1105 West Eighth Street, Yankton, SD 1-855-MtMarty (686-2789) | www.mtmc.edu
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Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner Program Plan of Study 7 Credits = Full Time Student 4 Credits = Part Time Status Semester
Course Number
Course Name
Credits
Clinical Hrs.
Summer MTH 519 Introductory Statistics for Research 3 NSG 504 Advanced Pathophysiology Across the Lifespan 3 Fall NSG 502 Advanced Physical Assessment Across the Lifespan 3 NSG 503 Advanced Pharmacology Across the Lifespan 3 NSG 506 Inquiry 1 3 Spring NSG 500 Advanced Practice Roles and Leadership 3 NSG 507 Legal/Ethical/Political Issues for APNs 3 NSG 554 Advanced Concepts in Care of Older Adults 4 150 Summer NSG 550 Advanced Practice in Care of Families 3 NSG 552 Advanced Concepts in Care of Women 4 150 Fall NSG 514 Inquiry 2 3 NSG 553 Advanced Concepts in Care of Children 4 150 Spring NSG 551 Advanced Concepts in Care of Adults 4 150 NSG 515 Capstone 3 Total Credits and Clinical Hours 46 600
Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Graduate Certificate Program The purpose of the post-master’s study program is to provide, for nurses who already hold a master’s degree in nursing, an educational route to specialization in an area other than that obtained in their master’s program. The program is designed to strengthen or broaden the clinical and rural nursing aspects of master’s-prepared nurses who are planning a role expansion or role change. All students are eligible for the program following their application to the program and following a Gap Analysis (NTF Criteria, 2012) of transcripts, courses, clinical hours and grades. After advising sessions are provided to each student, students may be eligible for course waivers at the discretion of the Program Director. Upon completion of this variable-credit program, the nurse will be eligible for professional FNP certification.
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Master of Science in Nursing Admission Checklist All application materials must be received no later than the application deadline for the term of your interest. Incomplete applications, or applications received after the application deadline, will be reviewed only at the discretion of the Admission and Progression Committee. First Name: ________________________________________________________________________________ Last Name: ________________________________________________________________________________ Email Address: _____________________________________________________________________________ Phone Number: ____________________________________________________________________________
Step 1: Complete online Masters of Science in Nursing Application
Date Submitted: ________________
Complete the online application before mailing the completed admission packet or forwarding materials. Supporting application materials cannot be processed until the online application has been completed and your account has been established.
Step 2: Send documents directly to the Mount Marty College Admissions Office Submit the following items to the MMC Office of Admission. (Do not send directly to MMC Nursing Department.) ____ One official transcript from each college/university you attended In order for transcripts to be considered official, they must be sent directly from the institution to Mount Marty College Admissions Office. ____ Official transcript verification of classes in which you are currently enrolled
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Step 3: Application Packet and Checklist Submit the following items to the MMC Office of Admission. (Do not send directly to MMC Nursing Department.) __ Completed checklist
__ Submission of physical exam and immunization documents that must be completed by a nurse practitioner, physician, or physician assistant
__ $35 non-refundable application fee made payable to Mount Marty College __ You have been employed as an RN since ____________ month/year
__ 3 unopened recommendation forms.
Give the form to the recommender with a business size envelope (self-addressed and stamped if indicated). The person providing the reference should seal the envelope and place their signature across the flap. The envelope needs to be returned to you, and you will return it unopened in your application packet. __ Complete immunization record and copies submitted as
required by the Mount Marty College Nursing Program
__ Current resume
Please mark the term of your interest: __ Summer
__ Personal Essay
Essay should describe your goals for graduate study: reasons you selected advanced practice nursing as your career choice and characteristics you offer to this level of practice, service, and research. Essays should be typed and no more than 500 words.
__ Photocopy of your current RN licensure __ Photocopy of current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) completion cards __ Photocopy of other certifications you hold
___ Spring Semester
___ Fall Semester
Mail materials to: Admission Office, Mount Marty College, 1105 West 8th St, Yankton, SD 57078
By signing this document you are agreeing to the following conditions: • You are giving Mount Marty College Division of Nursing permission to perform a student background check • Professional liability insurance will be provided by MMC. • You are agreeing to attend the MSN Intensive Seminars. • You are agreeing that you have taken a graduate statistics course and the transcript has been sent or that you will take the Mount Marty graduate statisctics course. • You are agreeing to follow all MSN policies and procedures listed in the MSN Student Handbook and Preceptor Handbook. • All information contained on this application is correct, complete and honestly represented.
Applicant’s Signature: ______________________________________ Date: ___________________________
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Master of Science in Nursing
Frequently Asked Questions Is the program flexible with the amount of credit I can take?
Yes, and we recommend taking 4 to 10 credits each semester. Please keep in mind that taking part-time credits per semester will increase the time in the program. Please also not that is not recommended to have a gap in coursework of more than one semester.
Is the MSN Program accredited?
Yes. The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) granted Mount Marty College full accreditation of the College’s Master’s in Nursing degree program and post-Master’s certificate program in 2015. For more information on CCNE accreditation, visit www.aacn.nche.edu/ccne-accrediation.
What are the Intensive Seminars?
Two Intensive Seminars are required each semester. These seminars are important for student learning and the coursework. The seminars provided face-to-face networking with classmates and faculty which provides for a greater student experience. Guest speakers are often utilized to all current knowledge and expertise to the student experience.
What if I’m unable to attend the scheduled seminars?
The seminars are a major “face-to-face” learning experience and are required for all students. However, the program does excuse students for death of a family member, birth of a child, and major life events such as weddings. These events should be communicated with appropriate faculty as soon as possible.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is March 1 for May. If you miss the deadline, special consideration for acceptance may be considered upon recommendation by the Program Director.
How/when will applicants be notified of acceptance? Upon completion and submission of all application materials and interviews, letters for acceptance decisions will be sent at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the semester.
How much does the MSN cost?
All current cost and payment information can be found online at www.mtmc.edu. The MSN-FNP program cost is based on 46 credits.
Is financial aid available for the MSN Program?
The MSN degree program is eligible for financial aid. The post-graduate certificate program is not eligible for financial aid. Applicants will need to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Please contact the MMC Financial Aid Office at 650-668-1589 for any further questions about financial aid.
How/where should I send my application materials? All documents should be sent to: Mount Marty College Admissions Office 1105 West 8th Street Yankton, SD 57078
Transcripts: Official transcripts are required from all colleges from which prior undergraduate or graduate credit was or is being received. Transcripts should be sent directly from the institution to MMC at the address above. All other supporting application materials: It is prefferred that all remaining documents be sent to MMC at the address above as a complete packet. If any supporting documents must be faxed in consideration of meeting application deadline, the originals should still be sent by mail to complete the file.
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