The University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

The University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee is a dynamic learning community dedicated to the discovery and dissemination of information, an institution whose goals are achieved through a blending of scholarship, instruction, and service. As a modern research university, UWM extends beyond its campus borders to enrich the surrounding community with its programs in the arts and humanities, to provide educational access through new and innovative outreach programs, and to offer practical solutions and applications originating from its applied research programs.

The College of Nursing

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Since its origin in 1965, the college has been dedicated to providing academic programs of the highest quality that are at the forefront of nursing. The programs are nationally ranked and the faculty have been widely recognized for achievements and innovations. In addition to the pursuit of knowledge, the students, faculty and staff in the College of Nursing work to create an environment that values and supports personal growth.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

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The baccalaureate program in nursing is based on an integrated, nursing-centered model intended to provide optimum preparation for practice as a professional nurse.

Collaborative Nursing Program - Baccalaureate Degree for Registered Nurses

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The program is designed for Registered Nurses who desire a baccalaureate nursing degree, but have limited geographic access to a program offering that degree.

NEW! Direct Entry Master of Science in Nursing

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The Direct Entry Master's (DEM) program is designed for individuals interested in a career in nursing and who have already completed a bachelor's degree in another field. The program combines both an entry level pre-licensure curriculum with an advanced practice clinical nurse specialist (CNS) curriculum. The CNS curriculum focuses on the planning, delivery, and evaluation of advanced practice nursing care to a specified population. Students select one of the following specialty areas: adult health nursing (acute and chronic), community health nursing, psychiatric / mental health nursing, maternal-child nursing, and nursing systems. Graduates are prepared to assume a variety of advanced practice clinical specialty positions in health care.

Advanced Practice Options

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The master's program in nursing focuses on the acquisition of knowledge and preparation for Advanced Practice Nursing. Within this program, students pursue advanced preparation as either Clinical Nurse Specialists or Family Nurse Practitioners. Study in the master's program prepares the student to participate in planning and implementing nursing services to meet the special needs of clients, particularly in urban communities, and to participate in relevant research activities. Within the established curriculum, the college fosters independence and flexibility for an individual plan of study.

MS/MBA

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The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee College of Nursing and the School of Business Administration have joined together to collaboratively offer a program designed to provide a combined nursing and business curriculum. The MS/MBA enables graduates to strengthen their performance as leaders and managers in nursing and health care administration.

RN to MS

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The RN to MS program offers an efficient, cost-effective strategy for RNs interested in completing both a BS and MS degree.

Post-Nurse Practitioner Graduate Degree Completion

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This program is designed for baccalaureate prepared certified nurse practitioners seeking a master's degree. This program can be completed in one calendar year of weekend and internet classes.

Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing

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Emphasizing development of conceptual skills, the PhD curriculum provides students with critical analysis of the realm of nursing, its knowledge base, and the social and political contexts of nursing practice. Students develop a solid foundation in nursing science that prepares them for roles in education, clinical research, leadership, and health policy. Graduates are recognized for their leadership roles in nursing research, education, and practice and are the recipients of numerous prestigious awards.

BS to PhD

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UWM offers a track for nurses with bachelor's degrees to pursue the PhD degree. The BS-to-PhD program does not include the clinical advanced practice preparation provided through the Master's program, but allows students to pursue research and scholarship goals at the doctoral level.

Certificate Programs

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Health Professional Education Certificate

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This certificate is designed to provide additional preparation in educational principles and theory to support health professionals in their roles as educators of students, staff and clients. The program is offered collaboratively through the School of Education, and Colleges of Nursing and Health Sciences.

Post-Master's Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate

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This certificate is designed for master's prepared registered nurses who wish to expand their scope of practice as a family nurse practitioner. The course of study is a consecutive 12-month program beginning with the summer semester.

Diversity

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The College of Nursing at UWM is committed to the education of nursing students from diverse backgrounds and the development of culturally competent nurses.

The College of Nursing Academic Enrichment Center provides a variety of academic and psychosocial support for students from diverse backgrounds. Intensive academic advising, supportive tutoring programs, mentoring, counseling and referrals to campus resources are available.

Additionally, the Institute for Urban Health Partnerships and the Center for Cultural Diversity and Health offer students unique opportunities to increase cultural awareness, become proficient in providing health care to diverse populations, and help reduce health disparities in at-risk urban populations.

Information

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