Post Master's Options
Psychiatric Mental Health
Nurses who already have a master's degree in nursing may pursue advanced preparation in psychiatric mental health nursing. A minimum of 18 credits (NUR 511, 512, 515, 516, 517, and 519) is required of all students. Additional coursework may also be required based on the student's knowledge and clinical experience in this specialty.
Gerontological Clinical Specialist
Nurses who have a master's degree in nursing may pursue advanced preparation in gerontology. Prerequisite courses (NUR 503, 508, 535, 582) and specialty courses (NUR 555, 556, 557, 558 and 590) and a minimum of 500 clinical hours will qualify to take the ANCC certification exam.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Nurses who have a a master's degree in nursing may pursue advanced preparation in primary health care. A minimum of 28 credits (NUR 503, 504, 535, 582, 531, 532, 533, 534, and 590) is required to qualify to take the ANCC certification exam.
Community Partnerships
Community partnerships are agencies that serve as clinical sites for student learning. The College of Nursing has excellent placements available throughout the state of Rhode Island and the bordering states. For some perspective of the diversity of our partnerships and the scope of experiences available for our students at all levels, see our information on Community Partnerships.
