Program Details
The Public Health concentration of this MSN degree provides a thorough overview of epidemiology and the role of Public Health in community wellness. Graduates will be able to develop, plan, and implement illness prevention and health promotion initiatives.
A course in school nursing examines the pivotal public health role of school nurses, educators, advocates, and public health evaluators. Students in this nursing degree online additionally learn about case management and home health, including hospice and palliative care.
Classes examine topics in areas including:
- Diverse populations and healthcare
- Legal and ethical issues in healthcare
- Advanced physical assessment
- Advanced pathophysiology
- Advanced pharmacology
Learning Pace
Institution-Paced% Online
100% OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
School Accreditation & Licensing
Aspen University is accredited by:
Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Application Requirements
Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s)
Additional Info
- Current, unrestricted licensure as a registered nurse in the United States, a US territory, or Canada
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited institution
- Minimum one year of nursing experience within the past five years