Practice Leadership Option

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Guide healthcare improvement

Become an effective leader in the nursing profession.

Prepare for the challenges and adapt to dynamic environments. Take on advanced roles in collaboration, health advocacy and policy analysis.

Now accepting applications for the practice leadership program for 2024-25. Please email MelissaPenkalski@MissouriState.edu for more information.

Degree options

Want to take the practice leadership option? Review the program requirements for the exact courses you need to take.

Use a three-semester plan as the guide for your overall schedule.

Sample schedule

Three-semesters (full-time)

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Why take the practice leadership option?

Make an impact in your field - Shape the future of healthcare in a rewarding career. Earn skills that will help you lead teams of nurses and serve in administrative positions.
Gain wisdom from the experts - Practice and improve under the guidance of insightful mentors. Our faculty will prioritize your education and steer you toward success.
Accelerate your education - Complete your degree in three semesters. Add on the nurse educator certificate to gain an extra credential toward your goals.
Busy life? Learn with a flexibilty - The practice leadership option is available 100% online. Fit your education conveniently into your schedule.

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Careers and outcomes

Review your potential career paths

Shape the present and future of health care.

Ethics

Here, you'll live by a code of ethics and adopt a culture of caring.

Mission Statement and School Goals

Accreditation

The BSN, MSN, DNP and post-master's Health Educator and Population Health certificate programs at Missouri State University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).