Master of Science in Nursing Population Health Specialty Track
MSN Population Health Track Courses
This course provides an overview of the foundational concepts and models that shape the health of populations and influence population health management. Epidemiologic applications, determinants of health, health literacy, environmental hazards, and access to health-related resources are explored. Frameworks to guide health promotion, diminish health risks and eliminate health disparities at the population level are examined along with implications for advanced nursing practice.
This course focuses on the assessment of population health across health care delivery settings and geographic regions. Emphasis is placed upon the analysis of assessment findings to identify population health resources, risks and disparities to inform strategies to advance population health outcomes
This course focuses on planning, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based, population-focused interventions to address health risks and disparities across selected health care delivery settings. Ethical and legal considerations, principles of interprofessional collaborative practice, safety and high-quality care are integrated to promote population health outcomes.
In this course, principles of effective leadership will be applied to advocate for population health within complex systems. Approaches to manage population health through advanced nursing practice are examined, along with their impact on health outcomes. Emphasis is placed on the multi-faceted roles of the MSN-prepared nurse to lead endeavors which promote and protect population health across the care continuum.
This course involves an intensive experience designed to broaden perspectives and support the integration of knowledge gained throughout the curriculum. In collaboration with a population health mentor, critical analysis of population health concepts and implementation of population health management strategies occur in a clinical or community-based practice setting. Initiation of an evidence-based practice project relevant to an issue in population health are included.
This course involves an intensive experience designed to broaden perspectives and support the integration of knowledge gained throughout the curriculum. In collaboration with a population health mentor, critical analysis of population health concepts and implementation of population health management continue in a clinical or community-based practice setting. Implementation and evaluation of an evidence-based practice project relevant to an issue in population health are included. In this culminating course, emphasis is placed on synthesis of learning and professional growth in advanced nursing practice
Still have questions?
Let us help you.
Request information to connect with an admissions representative.
If your CGPA falls below our requirements - in the range of 2.5 to 2.99 - you may still be considered for provisional acceptance into the online MSN Nursing Informatics program.
How to Enroll
MSN Population Health Track Admission Requirements
For your MSN Population Health Track nursing application, you should have:
- A degree in nursing at the bachelor’s level or higher from an accredited institution
- A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Current, active and unrestricted RN license in the U.S. or in a jurisdiction that is an associate member of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing NCSBN
Can I transfer credits into the Population Health MSN Track?
General guidelines for transfer credits include:
- A maximum of six semester hours may be accepted towards your MSN degree
- Core coursework must have been completed within the past 7 years for transfer; specialty coursework with the past 5 years
- A grade of ‘B’ or higher is required for transfer credits
Our admission team can get you started on a transcript evaluation so you’ll know exactly what will transfer in before making your enrollment decision.
Join a Proudly Accredited Institution
Are you looking for an accredited MSN degree program?
Chamberlain University accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), www.hlcommission.com an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Chamberlain University confers online degrees from its Main Campus in Addison, IL.
For a complete list, and to learn more, check out our authorizations or view our approvals in your state.
