Gwynedd Mercy University
AY2024-2025 Graduate Academic Catalog
Academic Standards / Grade Requirements : See DEMSN Program Guidebook Attendance Policies : See DEMSN Program Guidebook Academic Progress , ( Probation ), and Program Dismissal : See DEMSN Program Guidebook Course withdrawal policies : See DEMSN Program Guidebook
Time to Completion : The program is a full-time , 20 months , 72 credits prelicensure degree program . Students must be continuously enrolled .
Clinical : 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 the program and annually .
NOTE : Urine drug screen must be completed as directed through Complio within 30 days of registration . Random drug screening may be required . A negative result is required .
Testing Requirements : Testing using ExamSoft Professional Liability / Health Insurance Coverage : Required at the start of clinical courses .
Direct Entry-Master of Science in Nursing ( DEMSN ) Clinical Nurse Leader , Program ending August 2025 Program Name : Direct-Entry Master of Science in Nursing , ( DEMSN ) Clinical Nurse Leader Degree : Master of Science in Nursing Program Accreditation : The baccalaureate degree in nursing / master ’ s degree in nursing / Doctor of Nursing Practice program and / or post-graduate APRN certificate program at Gwynedd Mercy University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education ( www . ccneacreditation . org ). CCNE ; 655 K Street NW , Suite 750 ; Washington , DC 20001 ( www . ccneacreditation . org ) Program Type : Term Program Modality : In person with some hybrid and online courses Program Coordinator : Catherine Razzi , DNP , RN , ACNS
Description : The DEMSN is the foundation to prepare a student holding a previous non-nursing Bachelor ’ s degree for entry-level practice as a registered nurse . The scope of practice includes direct and indirect care to individuals , families , and communities . This degree differs from the Baccalaureate degree in that the program not only prepares students to sit for state licensure but also adds additional graduate level content . The master ’ s degree can lead to many career advancement opportunities or to pursue a postmaster ' s certificate in many specialties . Once the student is accepted no courses may be taken outside of Gwynedd Mercy University .
Curriculum Sequence , see DEMSN Program Guidebook
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