Online MSN Bridge Pathway: Health Informatics Emphasis
Online MSN Bridge Pathway: Health Informatics Emphasis
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Using emerging technology, this nursing health informatics bridge pathway positions nursing leaders to apply leading edge theories and methods toward the generation, management and sharing of healthcare data.
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The MSN bridge pathway is offered in an online format for busy adult learners. This program also includes a practicum experience to be completed locally. Prepare for entry into the MSN program by completing online courses on your schedule.(See disclaimer 1) You will also have access to online learning resources and support while you complete your studies.
Through nursing health informatics focused courses, you will be taught critical foundations of healthcare informatics and nursing.
These include:
Nursing management
Health assessment
Statistical analysis
Research
Community and public health models
Pathophysiology
GCU is an institutionally accredited university and has been so since 1968. After completing this bridge pathway from GCU, you will be eligible to enter the MSN health informatics program. For more information on the accreditation of nursing programs and other university approvals, please visit our University Accreditation and Regulations page.
Transform your healthcare career at the intersection of two fields: healthcare and information technology. The Bridge (Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Health Informatics) pathway is for experienced RNs who do not hold a BSN and desire to gain admittance into master’s-level health informatics nursing studies.
A non-nursing bachelor’s degree is required for this healthcare informatics bridge pathway. You will have the opportunity to gain foundational knowledge in preparation to apply for the Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Health Informatics program, offered through the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions. The MSN program teaches RNs to utilize data, information and statistics to inform patient outcomes, reduce costs and optimize operational efficiency.
If you’re looking for an option that offers you the opportunity to apply to master’s-level nursing studies, read through our frequently asked questions to learn more about completing the health informatics bridge pathway.
What are admission requirements for the MSN bridge pathway with a healthcare informatics emphasis?
What degree do you need for health informatics careers?
What is health informatics and how does health informatics apply to nursing?
Online: $340 per credit [More Info]
Up to 90 credits, only 84 can be lower division
Credits: Fill out the Lopes Eval to find out what will transfer
Admission requirements may differ based on degree level, program and modality or transfer status. Some programs of study may require a higher GPA and/or other qualifying criteria for admission.
Please review full admission and program requirements in the University Policy Handbook.
