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Degrees and Certificates
Nursing (MSN) – Health Systems Leader
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing and Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Why AUM?
Affordable, Career-Focused Education
At AUM, you’ll find small class sizes, personalized learning, and valuable professional networks. Our programs are practical and designed to help you advance your career.
Program Requirements
Master of Science in Nursing Program:
Hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree
Hold an earned Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree with an upper division nursing major from a program accredited by either the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) or the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing(ACEN), formerly known as the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).
Registered Nurse License
Evidence of an unencumbered registered nurse license in the applicant’s state with license number to practice.
Current Professional Resume
Personal Statement
Official Transcripts
Three Professional References
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score is required if English is not the first language
Auburn University at Montgomery TOEFL code is 1036. Please see admission requirements for AUM Graduate Studies for International students under Admission Graduate Studies International Students for further information.
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Healthcare organizations look for managers who are skilled in the clinical and managerial sides. Nurse managers, for instance, have 24-hour accountability and responsibility for a direct care unit and provide the vital link between the administrative strategic plan and the point of care. Health systems leaders, then, are able to drive and manage the one thing common to all healthcare settings: change.
Our MSN/Health Systems Leader curriculum helps to prepare you to sit for either the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) or American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Certification Exam.
It depends on several factors, like education level, job title, and work experience, but according to the BLS, master’s-prepared medical and health services managers earn median pay of $101,340 0 as of October 2022.
Yes, many of our MSN candidates work as RNs full time. The program is online but clinical hours take place in your own community (in most cases). In addition, students will come to campus at pre-arranged times for intensive experiences such as orientation, evaluation, and simulation experiences.
Degree Options
Rewarding Occupations and Job Growth
With this master’s degree, you have many career possibilities. Here is a sampling of the future job growth and salaries according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (or another source, if noted).
| Career/Job Title | Entry-Level Education Requirements | Job Growth 2021 - 2031 | Annual Median Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical and Health Services Manager | Master’s degree | 28% (Much faster than average) | $123,780 |
Note: Salaries vary depending on several factors including your level of experience, education, training, demographics, and industry. Available data represents job titles across industries and may not be specific to your job category.
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Quick Facts
College of Nursing and Health Sciences
At AUM’s College of Nursing and Health Sciences, you will have hands-on learning experiences, working side by side with scholars and researchers using state-of-the-art laboratories and equipment.
Our academic departments include the School of Nursing, Medical and Clinical Laboratory Sciences, and Communication Disorders. To help you pay for college, you might qualify for one of our scholarships.
Official Degree Name
Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Health Systems Leader
