Master’s Programs

School Nurse

The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) School Nurse Program is designed to provide BSN-prepared RN's with advanced practice skills to meet the varied health needs of K–12 students.

Spring Application Deadline: Dec. 15

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Overview

This program equips BSN-prepared registered nurses with advanced skills for the specialty practice of school nursing. Students will learn to address the complex health needs within a school community. The program is offered in a hybrid format combining online coursework and in-person practicum hours with a preceptor chosen by the student and approved by the faculty. This program prepares nurses for the National Board for Certification of School Nurses.

Program Length

20 months (5 terms)

Start

Spring term

Time Commitment

9 hours per week

Tuition and Fees

The tuition and fees at Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing may be adjusted at any time. For more information, please contact our Business Office.

Master’s tuition

Per credit hour

 

$834*

Fees

Per term

 

$180

*15-student minimum requirement per cohort.

Admission Requirements

  • Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning
  • Minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in all undergraduate coursework
  • Official transcripts from all institutions where credit was earned
  • Current unencumbered, unrestricted Missouri licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) or a multi-state compact license and in good standing
  • Current curriculum vitae (CV) or resume

Curriculum

Term 1
Course

Credit Hours

Health Promotion Theory & Population Health    

3

Foundations of Scholarly Writing & Evidence-Based Practice   

3

Term 2
Course

Credit Hours

Health Systems Policy    

3

Leadership & Collaboration for Quality & Safety  

3

Term 3
Course

Credit Hours

Foundations of School Nursing   

3

Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, and Health Assessment for the School Nurse 

3

Term 4
Course

Credit Hours

School Health Management   

3

Practicum and Clinical Project  

3

Term 5
Course

Credit Hours

Grant Writing   

3

Focus on Student Mental Health Issues 

3

Total minimum credit hours
Total minimum credit hours

30

Courses and sequencing are subject to change.

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