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NURS 610 ADVANNCED PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
Credits: 3
This course focuses on the pathophysiology of body systems and clinical
manifestations of pathological alterations in structures and functions of body
systems. Underlying principles common to all disease processes are addressed.
This course provides the foundation for primary care family nurse practitioner
practice that includes diagnosis, treatment of minor acute and stable chronic
conditions, and the promotion of health of clients. (3 clock hours)

NURS 620 NURSE EDUCATOR ROLE
Prerequisites: None Core-requisite: NURS 502
Credits: 3
This course provides the student in the nurse educator role with fundamental
knowledge about the evolution of this role, the legal and ethical issues in nursing
education, and the role of the nurse educator in higher education and healthcare
organizations. Content includes information about the roles and responsibilities
of the nurse educator, application of learning theories, and issues impacting
teaching and learning. (3 clock hours)

NURS 621 SPECIALTY IN ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING
Prerequisites: NURS 502, NURS 620
Credits: 3
This course provides students the opportunity to enhance knowledge and skills
of advanced practice nursing within a selected specialty. Seminars allow students
to apply theory and evidence-based practices to management of selected
health-related problems. Planned practicum learning experiences are provided
to enable students to acquire skills that are utilized in advanced practice nursing.
(2 lecture hours; 5 practicum hours)

NURS 622 CURRICULUM DESIGN IN NURSING EDUCATION
Prerequisites: NURS 620
Credits: 3
This course explores curriculum development from a historical and philosophical
perspective. The formal process of curriculum planning, development,
implementation, and evaluation is presented. Strategies for curriculum design
and evaluation in the academic and healthcare settings are highlighted. (3 clock
hours)

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