The WGU MSN – Nursing Informatics curriculum is evidence-based. Students learn to apply systems-thinking strategies and master the skill of transforming data into wisdom that better serves the healthcare needs of diverse populations. We take the science of success and combine it with the art of caring to ensure you're prepared for this exciting profession in health care.

In this online MSN program, you will develop knowledge related to the complexities of healthcare like access to quality services and costs for diverse populations. In the nursing informatics specialization, you'll become an expert at applying systems-thinking strategies to transform data into wisdom and using current technologies to work with teams across disciplines for the development and implementation of health education programs, evidence-based practices, and point-of-care policies.

This program consists of the following courses, which you will typically complete one at a time as you make your way through your program, working with your Program Mentor each term to build your personalized Degree Plan. You’ll work through each course as quickly as you can study and learn the material. As soon as you’re ready, you’ll pass the assessment, complete the course, and move on. This means you can finish as many courses as you're able in a term at no additional cost.

The WGU MSN – Education curriculum is evidence-based. Competencies for this specialty were derived from the National League for Nursing Nurse Educator standards and the Master’s Essentials for Professional Nursing practice.

In the MSN core of this online nursing program, you will develop knowledge related to complexities of healthcare, access, quality, and costs for diverse populations. The nurse educator specialization will cover topics like curriculum development, learning styles, assessment, and more.

This program consists of the following courses, which you will typically complete one at a time as you make your way through your program, working with your Program Mentor each term to build your personalized Degree Plan. You’ll work through each course as quickly as you can study and learn the material. As soon as you’re ready, you can pass the assessment, complete the course, and move on. This means you can finish as many courses as you're able in a term at no additional cost.

The curriculum in WGU's online, CCNE-accredited RN to MSN – Leadership and Management degree programs is evidence-based.

Courses for this RN to MSN specialty are consistent with the American Nurses Association’s (ANA) standards for nurse administrators.

The BSN portion of this program  focuses on contemporary nursing practice. Earning a BSN adds theoretical and policy depth to the practical knowledge you have as an RN.

The MSN portion of this program addresses the complexities of healthcare, access, quality, and costs for diverse populations. In the leadership and management specialization, you'll master topics like leadership theories, strategic planning, financial and HR management, and more.

The M.S. Nursing – Leadership and Management (RN to MSN) degree program is a mostly online nursing program that you will complete by studying and working independently with instruction and support from WGU faculty.

This RN to MSN Nursing Informatics degree prepares you to play an integral role in enhancing the level of care offered by their health care facilities. With an RN to MSN degree in nursing informatics from WGU, you will be prepared to deliver and coordinate improved care across multiple settings. Take your nursing career to the next level and change the future of health care with nursing informatics.

In this RN to MSN degree program you'll start by earning your BSN. The Bachelor of Science Nursing portion of this RN to MSN degree program focuses on contemporary nursing practice. Earning a BSN adds both theoretical and policy depth to the practical knowledge you have as an RN.

The MSN portion of this nursing informatics degree program addresses the complexities of health care, access, quality, and costs for diverse populations. In the nursing informatics specialization, you'll master skills like applying systems-thinking strategies to transform data into wisdom and using current technologies to work with teams across disciplines for the development and implementation of health education programs, evidence-based practices, and point-of-care policies.

In this online degree program we want to give you as much real-world, hands-on experience as possible. We want to set nursing leaders up for career success through our program. That's why we offer a top industry certification as part of this program. When you pursue this degree, you'll get clinical practice experiences such as real-time simulation using immersive virtual reality training. Additionally, you'll earn the NAHQ (National Association for Healthcare Quality) HQ Principles certificate along with your degree. This will help you boost your résumé before you even graduate.

The WGU MSN-FNP curriculum is evidence-based. It's designed to make you an effective and caring nurse practitioner and healthcare provider. Courses in this online nursing degree are consistent with the NONPF (National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties) standards for nurse practitioners.

This is not an acute or emergency care practitioner program. WGU's mostly online program provides the knowledge and skills needed to sit for the national FNP certification exam and obtain state licensure.

This program consists of the following courses, which you will typically complete one at a time as you make your way through your program, working with your Program Mentor each term to build your personalized Degree Plan. As soon as you’re ready, you’ll pass the assessment, complete the course, and move on. 

You will complete your Family Nurse Practitioner master's degree mostly online. Your program will consist of six online core courses that are part of all WGU MSN programs. We call this our “MSN Core”.

The curriculum includes nurse practitioner core and family nurse practitioner specialty online courses. Next, you will complete specialty online courses comprised of different clinical requirements for the FNP degree program. During the term before you begin your clinical internship courses, you’ll complete the FNP Skills Workshop. This is an immersive learning experience conducted virtually at this time. Keep in mind, travel might be required in the future. During the skills workshop, you will be taught all your ambulatory skills, such as casting, splinting, suturing, and biopsies. Your program will culminate with the clinical internship courses involving 650 direct patient care clinical hours in your home community, as available. 

Western Governors University offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, which provides students with a comprehensive education in the field of nursing. This program is designed to prepare students for a career in nursing and provides them with the knowledge and skills needed to provide high-quality healthcare to patients. The curriculum includes courses in anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and nursing theory. In addition, students are required to complete clinical rotations in various healthcare settings to gain real-world experience. This program also emphasizes the importance of evidence-based practice and critical thinking in the nursing profession. Upon completion of the program, students will be eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN examination to become a licensed Registered Nurse. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at Western Governors University is a great option for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the field of nursing.

The curriculum in WGU's online, CCNE-accredited RN to MSN – Education degree programs is evidence-based.

Courses for this specialty were derived from the National League for Nursing Nurse Educator standards and the Master's Essentials for Professional Nursing practice. The RN to MSN bridge program was designed to provide registered nurses with the training and education required to earn both a BSN and an MSN specializing in nurse education.

The BSN portion of this program focuses on contemporary nursing practice. Earning a BSN adds theoretical and policy depth to the practical knowledge you have as an RN.

The MSN portion of this program addresses the complexities of healthcare, access, quality, and costs for diverse populations. The nurse educator specialization in this RN to MSN online degree program covers topics like curriculum development, learning styles, assessment, and more.

The M.S. Nursing – Education (RN to MSN) degree program is a mostly online nursing program that you will complete by studying and working independently with instruction and support from WGU faculty. You will be expected to complete at least 8 competency units (WGU's equivalent of the credit hour) each 6-month term. (Each course is typically 3 or 4 units.)