Graduate Nursing Programs

Graduate nursing programs are designed to prepare professional nurses for advanced roles in healthcare. Focusing on interprofessional collaboration, cultural competence, and ethical leadership, the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program at ��ֱ�� equips students to excel as nurse educators, administrators, or advanced practitioners. The program offers three specialized tracks: Nursing Education, Leadership and Healthcare Administration, and Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP), all supported by the state-of-the-art facilities at the .

Nursing Education Track

Alvernia's MSN program offers a Nursing Education track that prepares students to instruct pre-licensure nursing students in classroom, clinical, and simulation lab settings and to teach new and experienced RNs in staff development positions.

Specialized Curriculum

Curriculum Development and Implementation
Instructional Skills and Strategies
Educational Technology
Assessment and Evaluation

Career Outlook

Employment of postsecondary nursing instructors and teachers is projected to grow , much faster than the average for all occupations. In 2023, the average salary for a postsecondary nursing instructor was $86,530. Graduates are prepared for roles such as:

Nursing faculty in LPN, ADN, and BSN programs
Teaching positions in online nursing programs
Staff development educators in hospitals, long-term care, or outpatient settings
Clinical nursing instructors
Nurse residency coordinators

Leadership and Healthcare Administration Track

The Leadership and Healthcare Administration track develops the qualities and skills necessary for effective leadership in local, regional, and national healthcare settings. ��ֱ�� students learn to manage healthcare teams and organizations, focusing on leadership, finance, and healthcare policy.

Specialized Curriculum

Leadership and Decision-Making
Healthcare Finance
Human Resource Management
Strategic Planning

Career Outlook

Employment of medical and health services managers is projected to grow , with a median annual wage of . Graduates on this MSN track are prepared for roles such as:

Nurse managers and supervisors in hospitals, outpatient facilities, and long-term care settings
Quality improvement leaders and project managers
Nurse recruitment and retention roles
Home care service supervisors and managers
Case management positions
Leadership roles in government agencies, nursing associations, or nonprofit organizations

Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP) Track

Alvernia’s AGNP track prepares nurses to provide advanced, culturally sensitive, and evidence-based healthcare to adults of all ages. The program emphasizes holistic care to promote health and manage acute and chronic conditions. Clinical experiences are integral to this track, with placements in clinics, private practices, and other primary care facilities through partnerships with Tower Health, Penn State Health, Lehigh Valley Health Network, WellSpan Health, and others.

Specialized Curriculum

Advanced Health Assessment
Pathophysiology and Pharmacology
Primary Care Management
Evidence-Based Practice

Career Outlook

According to the , nurse practitioners have the highest projected employment growth rate over the next decade, at 45 percent. In 2023, the average annual salary for AGNPs was . ��ֱ�� AGNP graduates are prepared for a career in various settings, including:

Office practices serving adults from 18 to elders
Freestanding urgent care facilities
Family care clinics
Women’s health services
Hospital-based healthcare practices
Specialty clinics (e.g., cardiology, dermatology, orthopedics)

Lead the Nursing Pack with ��ֱ��

Alvernia’s Master of Science in Nursing program provides a rigorous and flexible pathway for nurses seeking to advance their careers and impact healthcare. With a blend of online and in-person learning, comprehensive support services, and a commitment to academic excellence, ��ֱ��’s graduate nursing program is an excellent choice for aspiring leaders in nursing and healthcare. For more information, please contact Graduate Admissions at 610-796-8269 or admissions@alvernia.edu.

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