Post-Master’s Healthcare Organizational Leadership CERTIFICATE
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OVERVIEW
Take the Lead
Earn your Post-Master’s Healthcare Organizational Leadership Certificate and prepare for nursing leadership positions like nurse manager, director of patient care services, and chief nursing officer. Learn to manage health systems that touch a variety of populations across the care continuum.
Grounded in evidence-based practice, students who pursue this part-time online post-master’s certificate in nursing will earn 16-credits and 504 clinical hours. Students can complete clinicals in diverse settings, including hospitals, community or public health agencies, school systems, and correctional facilities. Upon completion of the Post-Master’s Healthcare Organizational Leadership Certificate, graduates are prepared to apply for the DNP Executive track without the requirement of advanced practice nursing licensure.
Students will also be able to apply for certification as a nurse executive through the American Nurses Credentialing Center or the American Organization of Nurse Leaders.
Program Details
Tuition & Fees
Estimated Tuition Cost: $1,881 per credit See Cost of Attendance Details
Financial Aid: There are numerous options for financing your education including grants, scholarships, federal loans, and employment programs. Learn more.
Upcoming Deadlines
Fall entry: Jan 15
Requirements
Admission Criteria
Master of Science in Nursing Degree from an ACEN or CCNE accredited college or university or an equivalent degree from a comparable foreign institution
Scholastic GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Official Transcripts (from all previous colleges/universities)
Three letters of recommendation (both academic and professional references; check FAQs for detailed guidance on completing this requirement)
Goal Statement
Current Resume /CV (check FAQs for detailed guidance on completing this requirement)
Interview with faculty (if moved forward by admissions committee)
Applicants must submit evidence of current nursing license from an authorized state.
- TOEFL or IELTS if English is not your native language
Prerequisites
No prerequisite courses.
State-Specific Information for Online Programs
Students currently cannot conduct clinical activities in Louisiana. For more information, please contact an admissions representative. Students should be aware of additional state-specific information for online programs.
Student Sponsorship
This program does not qualify for F-1 or J-1 student sponsorship. Legal Permanent Residents and non-immigrants who are otherwise physically present in the U.S. and in a status that allows for full or part-time study, may pursue this program.
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No. 1 in the nation for its Doctor of Nursing Practice Program (DNP)
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No. 2 in the nation for its Nursing Master’s Program (MSN)
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No. 3 nursing school in the world, according to 2023 QS World University rankings
Curriculum
The 16-credit program is comprised of six courses chosen from the list below. Faculty advise students regarding their individual program plan.
Leadership and Organizational Culture: Theories and Practice in Contemporary Healthcare (3 cr)
Healthcare Organizational Leadership Practicum I (2 cr, 112 cl)
Health Finance (2 cr)
Healthcare Organizational Leadership Practicum II (3 cr, 168 cl)
Healthcare economics for management and practice (2 cr)
Healthcare Organizational Leadership Practicum III (4 cr, 224 cl)
Current students in the PMC Healthcare Organizational Leadership program can find information about their program in the academic catalogue.
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Tuition & Other Costs
Financial aid
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2023 – 2024
Scholarships & Grants: Grants are awards based on financial need that do not have to be repaid. Many students also benefit from scholarships and awards based on merit. Learn more.
Loans: Many students will avail themselves of loans to help finance their School of Nursing education. If necessary, we encourage you to borrow only what is absolutely essential to cover your educational costs. Learn more.
Employment: Many students locate part-time employment to help pay education expenses. Numerous positions are available on campus and within various community based organizations. These jobs provide students with opportunities to gain practical work experience. Most positions are funded through the Federal Work-Study Program. Learn more.
Frequently Asked Questions
At least one letter should come from a recent or current direct supervisor/manager (the person who is responsible for your performance evaluation)
At least one letter should come from an academic faculty member who can speak to your ability to successfully complete a demanding graduate level academic and clinical program.
The third letter can come from a second academic faculty member or an individual in a leadership position who can speak to your clinical abilities.
Personal references from colleagues, friends, or family members do not meet the requirement.
If you are unable to provide one of the reference letters above, please upload a statement of explanation to your application.
Please include the following information in your resume or CV:
Work experience (include dates, sites and locations; paid and unpaid; any residency participation)
Education Background
Scholarly activities (research, presentations, publications, honors, awards)
Professional activities (leadership, certifications, professional organization membership, service on committees)
Community Service/Volunteerism