M.S.N. in Clinical Trials

M.S.N. in Clinical Trials Research
45.0 credits

About the Curriculum

The curriculum is based on the following principles:

All areas of specialization have in common a core of advanced nursing knowledge.
Every graduate must have knowledge and skill in research and the ability to evaluate and apply research findings.
The nursing profession anticipates and responds to changing societal, health care and professional needs.
The foundation for specialization in professional nursing practice is graduate-level education that builds on undergraduate education.


Core courses		18.0 Credits

NURS 500	Confronting Issues in Contemporary Health Care Environments	3.0

NURS 502	Advanced Ethical Decision Making in Health Care	3.0

RSCH 519	Introduction to Biostatistics	3.0

RSCH 523	Methods for Health Research	3.0

NURS 526	Information, Innovation and Technology in Advanced Nursing Practice	3.0

NURS 527	Evidence-Based Approaches to Practice	3.0


Support courses		7.0 Credits

NURS 548	Advanced Pathophysiology	3.0

NURS 549	Advanced Pharmacology	3.0

NURS 669	Professional Seminar for Advanced Nursing Practice	1.0


Major Courses		17.0 Credits

NURS 557	Leadership and Stewardship in the Health Professions	3.0

NURS 582	Foundations of Good Clinical Practice in Clinical Trials Management	3.0

NURS 583	Operational Leadership in Clinical Trials Management	3.0

NURS 584	Current Topics in Clinical Trials Management	3.0

NURS 585	Clinical Trials Research Practicum	5.0


Elective		3.0 Credits

	Elective	3.0

For additional information, visit Drexel's College of Nursing and Health Professions M.S.N. in Clinical Trials web page.

Modified: May 12, 2008