Program Details
The increased usage of electronic information systems in healthcare has created a growing need for professionals skilled in nursing as well as technology. The online Post Master’s Certificate in Nursing Informatics prepares nurses to become leaders in the conceptualization, design, and research of computer-based healthcare information systems in nearly any setting.
Nurses with a master’s degree in another specialty area can pursue this online Nursing Informatics program to gain specialized skills and knowledge. The creation and use of information tools can help healthcare professionals improve the quality of patient care and outcomes. All coursework is conveniently completed online, with practicum experiences arranged in the student’s local area.
Courses examine topics related to:
- Technology solutions for knowledge generation in healthcare
- Nursing informatics concepts and practice in system adoption
- Information technology project management
- Healthcare database systems
- Systems analysis and design
% Online
100% OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
School Accreditation & Licensing
University of Maryland-Baltimore is accredited by:
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Master DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Application Requirements
Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent
Additional Info
- Current unencumbered RN license