Master of Science in Nursing

The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program is for the registered nurse with a bachelor’s degree in nursing, or a bachelor’s degree in another field and an associate degree in nursing or a diploma in nursing. Salem State University offers an MSN with no concentration and an MSN with a concentration in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. In addition, the University offers an opportunity for registered nurses to pursue a Post-Baccalaureate/Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education.

The MSN program is designed for working professionals with classes that are offered in the evening and in a hybrid and online format.

Students who successfully complete the adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioner program track are eligible to take the national certification board exams to be licensed to practice as an Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP).

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Program Tracks

The School of Graduate Studies offers several options for a master of science in nursing (MSN) and a post-baccalaureate/graduate certificate in nursing education.

MSN, General

Baccalaureate-prepared registered nurses can advance their practice without specializing. The program graduates are also prepared to pursue a post-master’s certificate of their own interest.

MSN, Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)

Students who successfully complete this program are eligible to sit for board exams and earn a certification to be licensed to practice as an Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).

Post-Baccalaureate/Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education

Salem State's post-baccalaureate certificate in nursing education is designed for registered nurses with a bachelor’s degree in nursing who would like to become nurse faculty, clinical faculty, or professional development educators. The program is offered entirely online.

Deadlines

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis for spring and fall enrollment and reviewed once complete.

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