Master of Science in Nursing Public Health MSN Bridge Pathway
Master of Science in Nursing Public Health MSN Bridge Pathway
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Online: $340 per credit [More Info]
Up to 90 credits, only 84 can be lower division
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Admission Requirements (Bachelor's)
OR 2.5+ Unweighted GPA and
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.
*Math and reading only on a 1600 point scale (test date after 3/1/2016). SAT score of 1380 required for 2400 point scale (test date before 3/1/2016).
1 COVID-19 has adversely affected the global economy and data from 2020 and 2021 may be atypical compared to prior years. The pandemic may impact the predicted future workforce outcomes indicated by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics as well. Accordingly, data shown is effective September 2022, which can be found here: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Nurse Anesthetists, Nurse Midwives and Nurse Practitioners, retrieved on March 17, 2023.
Offered by the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions, the Bridge (Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Public Health) pathway /degree-programs/bridge-msn-public-health-nursing. Upon completing foundational nursing courses from the Bachelor of Science in Nursing, you will then enter the bridge MSN pathway with a focus on public health which offers an intensive introduction to key skills and concepts in public health analysis, planning and implementation.
As an MSN bridge pathway with a concentration in public health student, you will enroll in seven prerequisite courses that will prepare you for coursework at the graduate level. The MSN in public health culminates with a capstone practicum project, allowing you to demonstrate your ability to solve a real-world public health issue.
You will have the opportunity to evaluate emergent research, education, policies and treatments that can spark changes to promote health and reduce human disease and illness globally, in local communities, and within specialized populations. You will learn to:
Assess learning needs, create and implement a health teaching plan and evaluate student learning
Develop prevention, treatment and intervention methods for diverse populations
Interpret statistics in order to make decisions
Synthesize research relevant to the nursing and healthcare industry
Disseminate information related to health promotion to clients with differing backgrounds
Utilize assessment techniques and knowledge of pathophysiology to enhance patient outcomes
Read through our frequently asked questions to learn more about completing the MSN public health bridge pathway and earning your public health MSN degree.
The MSN public health nursing bridge pathway is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to pursue a career in public health. This bridge pathway helps you transition into master-level nursing by presenting numerous advanced nursing concepts, and challenging you to think critically. While there is a lot of material to learn, as an experienced RN, you will be able to use your prior knowledge of the nursing field to aid you in your studies and development as a healthcare professional.
Advancing your career by earning your MSN public health nursing bridge pathway degree can open not only advanced nursing job opportunities, but also non-nursing possibilities in the public health sector. Advanced nursing positions offer promising job growth potential. Job growth for nurse anesthetists, nurse midwives and nurse practitioners is projected to grow by an estimated 40% from 2021 to 2031, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.1
The public health MSN bridge pathway at GCU consists of 24 total credits. All online courses are five weeks in length, with the exception of the 10-week capstone course at the conclusion of the program.
The requirements for the public health MSN bridge pathway allow you to bridge your knowledge and experience as an RN while gaining knowledge of a new nursing discipline — public health nursing.
This bridge pathway:
After completing this public health MSN bridge pathway, you will have the educational background and foundational knowledge you need to pursue the Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Public Health Nursing program and begin your career in public health.
Explore the other MSN brigde program options GCU has to offer:
If you seek to influence and implement change within your community and throughout the public, consider enrolling in the public health MSN bridge pathway at GCU. To learn more about this option, fill out the form on this page to get in contact with a university counselor.
