Post Master of Science in Nursing

Nurse Midwifery Certificate

Admission Requirements:

• Completed graduate application for admission, along with a $30 non-refundable application fee.
• Completed graduate nursing program application.
• Earned a MSN degree from CCNE accredited institution.
• Successful completion of MSN courses in physical assessment with 60 clock hours of lab, pathophysiology, and pharmacology.
• Minimum graduate  grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Official transcripts from all institutions of higher education previously attended.
• Be a Registered Nurse licensed in Virginia.
• 2,080 RN Clinical work hours prior to specialty courses
• CPR certification as a Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association.
• Up to date immunizations and health record submitted to the Wilkins Wellness Center at Shenandoah University.
• Two (2) letters of recommendation
• Complete Graduate Nursing Program interview process.

*All Midwifery Initiative Students please refer to specific requirements as outlined on www.su.edu/nursing/jfehr.htm

Transfer Credits:

• Only grades of B or higher are transferable.
• A maximum of 6 credit hours.

Where to Begin:

• Please contact our Abigail Griffeth, Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions at agriffet@su.edu or the office of Admissions at Admit@su.edu,  if you have any questions regarding admission or the application process.

• Apply online:  graduate application for admission

Degree Requirements:

The degree requirement is 19 semester hours with a grade of B or better in all courses.  Clinical practicum is approximately 700 clock hours.

Specialty Courses:

Minimum grade of B required in all specialty courses.

* denotes clinical course 1 credit hour = 4 clock hours