Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Emphasis
AGACNP graduates are prepared as advance practice nurses to assess, diagnose, monitor, treat and coordinate the care of acutely and critically ill adolescents, adults, elderly and the frail elderly across transitions of care. The graduate is eligible to apply for national certification upon program completion.
Advanced Nurse Generalist Emphasis
The Master of Science degree in Nursing with an emphasis in Advanced Nurse Generalist prepares the post-baccalaureate nursing student for a leadership role in the assessment of client risk, management of client outcomes and promotion of client and family advocacy.
This program prepares the graduate to function as a leader in collaborative, evidence-based practice. The Advanced Nurse Generalist directs complex patient care, and provides care coordination for groups of clients, evaluation and improvement of patient and process outcomes, assessment and management of risks across the health and health care continuum. This is not an advanced practice role as defined by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing. Thesis or Nurse Education Certificate required for degree completion.
Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) Emphasis
The Master of Science degree in Nursing with an emphasis in CNL prepares the post-baccalaureate nursing student for a leadership role in the management of clinical outcomes and patient care environments. The graduate is eligible to apply for national certification from the Commission on Nurse Certification, an autonomous arm of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing. Part-time study. Health policies, OSHA requirements, CPR and criminal background check are required. Completion of a master's thesis is an option.
This program prepares the graduate to function as a leader in collaborative, outcomes-based practice. The CNL is an advanced generalist who provides lateral integration at the point of care, complex patient care, evaluation and improvement of patient and process outcomes, assessment and management of risks, and coordination of care. Implementation will vary across settings; this is not an advanced practice role.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Nursing M.S. — Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) Emphasis
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Emphasis
The Master of Science degree in Nursing with an emphasis in FNP prepares the post-baccalaureate nursing student for advanced clinical practice in primary care of families. The graduate is eligible to apply for national certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Part-time study only. Health policies, OSHA requirements, CPR, ACLS certification, and criminal background check and drug screen are required. Completion of a master's thesis is an option.
The program provides the graduate with the expertise to function in an autonomous and collaborative role as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) who provides primary care in a variety of settings. The graduate is eligible to be recognized as an Advanced Practice Nurse from the State Board of Nursing with all the rights and privileges associated with this title.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Nursing M.S. — Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Emphasis
Master’s student admission requirements
- A bachelor’s degree from an NLN or CCNE accredited institution with an upper division major in nursing.
- Eligibility for Colorado licensure as a registered nurse.
- A minimum grade point average of 3.0 on the baccalaureate level.
- Two letters of reference.
- A statement of career goals.
- One year of clinical experience is preferred.
- A personal interview may be required.