Gwynedd Mercy University ( v 8-11-21 )
AY2021-2022 Graduate Academic Catalog
students engage with doctoral-level theoretical concepts , develop an evidence-based practice project , and gain advanced practice nursing clinical skills .
Preparation for Professional Licensure / Certification : Graduation from all of Gwynedd Mercy University ' s APRN programs prepares students for national certification by an associated certifying body . National certification is an expectation for practice nationwide . APRN authorization varies from state-tostate with some states awarding APRN licenses , some providing APRN endorsements on a nurse ’ s RN licenses , or other systems which have been designated by the state ’ s Board of Nursing . Students considering one of Gwynedd Mercy University ' s APRN programs are encouraged to contact the Board of Nursing in the state they wish to practice in to determine additional practice requirements
Program Learning Outcomes : Graduates will : PLO1 Practice as an advance practice nurse at the doctoral level within the context of the Mercy tradition of social justice ; PLO2 Advance the practice of nursing , as a clinical scholar , through dissemination of evidence-based protocols and research to improve population health .; PLO3 Demonstrate organizational leadership through interprofessional collaboration for quality improvement and systems thinking ; PLO4 Evaluate critical nursing care delivery models using concepts related to social determinants of health ; PLO5 Evaluate ethical and legal issues within health care systems relating to the use of consumer healthcare information , information technology , and patient care technology .
For Major Requirements , see Graduate Program Guidebook and Curriculum Sheets Academic Criteria for Admission , Progression and Retention
Internal / External Transfers : Students may transfer a maximum of 6 transferrable credits . The courses to be transferred will be evaluated for equivalency to the courses at Gwynedd Mercy University . The candidate must provide the syllabus including course description and student learning outcomes within 30 days prior to the interview . ( Once the student is accepted no courses may be taken outside of Gwynedd Mercy University ).
For Curriculum Sequence , see Graduate Program Guidebook
Academic Standards / Grade Requirements : See Graduate Program Guidebook Attendance Policies : See Graduate Program Guidebook Academic Progress , ( Probation ), and Program Dismissal : See Graduate Program Guidebook Course withdrawal policies : See Graduate Program Guidebook Experiential Learning : Students are required to secure clinical site placements in conjunction with the Clinical coordinator and Program Director . The preceptors at the clinical site placements are required to meet the qualifications of the appropriate accrediting body ( e . g . State Board requirements ; Board Certified and Board Certified in the student ’ s area .) Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from off campus experiential learning opportunities .
Non-Academic Criteria for Admission , Progression and Retention
Compliance Requirements and Clearances : Required at the start of clinical courses Testing Requirements : Testing using ExamSoft with exam ID and monitor Professional Liability / Health Insurance Coverage : Required at the start of clinical courses
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