Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and Post-Master’s Related Information:
For more information contact:
Student Affairs Office
The University of Texas School of Nursing at Houston
6901 Bertner, Room 220
Houston, Texas 77030
Phone: 713-500-2100 or 800-232-8876
Fax: 713-500-2107
Email: soninfo@uth.tmc.edu
Post-Master’s Program
The Post-Master’s Program is available for nurses with
a Master’s degree in nursing. It is designed to expand expertise in a given area.
The program of study combines online courses with face-to-face courses and clinical
experiences offering flexibility to students. The curriculum depends on the clinical
concentration the student selects. Students have the following clinical concentrations
from which to choose from:
With the exception of Nursing Leadership and Administration in Health Systems, the
curriculum is designed for prospective students that are advanced practice nurses.
Individuals that are not advanced practice nurses should consult with the director
of the clinical concentration of interest.
Many of the clinical concentrations offer students the opportunity to choose a functional
role. Prospective students should review clinical concentrations of interest to
determine the availability of role options. Available options may include:
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
This role prepares advanced practice
nurses to function in the roles of direct clinical practice, expert coaching and
guidance, consultation, research, leadership, and collaboration.
- Nurse Practitioner
This role prepares advanced practice nurses
to care for patients across the continuum of health care. The focus is on health
promotion, risk reduction, prevention, and providing interdisciplinary collaborative
practice.
- Education
This role prepares nursing students for faculty
positions in programs of basic professional education, staff development or consumer
education. The role focuses on curriculum and instructional design, principles of
teacher-learner communication, learner assessment, and evaluation.