Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CCCNS) program

The Master of Science (MS) Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CCCNS) program specializes in the care of the adult in either acute care or across multiple settings where high acuity nursing care is delivered.

The curriculum was developed in accordance with guidelines established by the American Nurses’ Credentialing Corporation (ANCC), American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN). Graduates are eligible to take exams leading to certification as a Board Certified Medical-Surgical Clinical; Nurse Specialist (APRN, BC) and/or as an adult Acute and Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CCNS).

Program Features

• Full or part-time learning options
• Courses offered Monday through Thursday evening
• Excellent clinical placements and invested faculty
• Federal Traineeships and graduate assistantships
• Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)