Graduate Course Certificate in Nursing

One Choice, Infinite Horizons

Program Overview

  • Duration

    3 Months (Self-Paced) Program

  • Total Courses

    01

  • Total Credit Hours

    6

The Nursing program at Brookwood University is dedicated to preparing students for careers in the field of healthcare and patient care. Students acquire a deep understanding of nursing principles, patient assessment, and clinical practice. They gain hands-on experience in various healthcare settings, learning to provide compassionate and competent nursing care. Graduates are well-equipped to work as registered nurses, contributing to the health and well-being of individuals across the lifespan. They play a critical role in patient advocacy, health promotion, and the delivery of quality healthcare services.

FOUNDATIONS OF NURSING PRACTICE AND PATIENT CARE:

The College of Nursing begins with a focus on the foundations of nursing practice and patient care. Students delve into the principles of nursing, healthcare ethics, and clinical skills. This foundational knowledge equips them with the skills necessary to provide compassionate and effective nursing care.


CLINICAL EXPERIENCE AND HEALTHCARE SETTINGS:

Beyond the classroom, the College of Nursing places a strong emphasis on clinical experience and engagement in diverse healthcare settings. Students have opportunities to work in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities, gaining hands-on experience in patient care. These experiences not only enhance their clinical skills but also provide valuable insights into healthcare delivery.


GLOBAL HEALTH PERSPECTIVES AND INTERNATIONAL NURSING PRACTICE:

The College of Nursing at Brookwood University is committed to promoting global health perspectives and fostering international nursing practice. Our curriculum explores international approaches to healthcare and encourages students to engage in nursing initiatives with global impact. Additionally, we offer study abroad programs and collaborate with nurses from around the world, enabling students to gain a global perspective on nursing.

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Tuition Fee Breakdown

Item Cost
Estimated Fee $1,560
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $1,560
WHERE AFFORDABILITY

Meets Opportunity

At Brookwood University, we stand firmly behind the intersection of affordability and opportunity. Our unwavering dedication to accessible education means that exceptional learning experiences need not be accompanied by exorbitant costs. We swing wide open the doors to knowledge, presenting students with the opportunity to flourish, unburdened by the weight of excessive tuition fees, and empowering them for a brighter, more promising future.

Our Eligibility Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree, or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours

6

Course Duration

3 Months (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

01

Advanced Medical Surgical Nursing (NUR-453)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Caring For The High Acuity Patient: Patient, Family, And Nursing Consideration
     Acute Pain In The High Acuity Patient
     Fluid And Electrolyte Balance In The High Acuity Patient
     Determination And Assessment Of Pulmoncay Gas Exchange
     Alterations In Pulmonary Gas Exchange
     Mechanical Ventilation
     Nursing Care Of The Patient With Altered Pulmonary Gas Exchange
     Determination And Assessment Of Cardiac Output
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Hemodynamic: Monitoring
     Electrocardiographic Monitoring And Conduction Abnormalities
     Alterations In Myocardial Tissue Perfusion
     Alterations In Cardiac Output
     Nursing Care Of The Patient With Altered Myocardial Tissue Perfusion
     Oxygenation
     Shock States
     Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Nursing Care Of Patient With Impaired Oxygenation
     Determinants And Assessment Of Cerebral Perfusion
     Alterations In Cerebral Tissue Perfusion: Acute Brain Attack
     Decreased Adaptive Capacity: Acute Head Injury
     Sensory Perceptual Disorders
     Nursing Care Of The Patient With Altered Cerebral Function
     Metabolic Responses
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Acute Hematologic Dysfunction
     Altered Immune Function
     Organ Transplantation
     Altered Glucose Metabolism
     Altered Renal Dysfunction
     Nursing Care Of The Patient With Altered Metabolic Function
     Acute Gastrointestinal Dysfunction
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Acute Hypatic Dusfunction
     Acute Pancreatic Dysfunction
     Nursing Care Of The Patient With Altered Gastrointestinal Function
     Complex Wound Management
     Acute Burn Injury
     Trauma
     Nursing Care Of The Patient With Multiple Injuries

Nursing Management (NUR-623)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Conceptual Basis For Leadership And Management
     Change And Decision Making
     Keys To Working With Others: Collaboration, Coordination, And Conflict Resolution
     Effective Staff Communication And Working Relationships
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Organizational Structure For Effective Care Delivery
     Acute Care Organizations: An Example Of A Healthcare Organization
     Teamwork And Motivation
     Delegation For The Staff Nurse
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Tools To Manage And Evaluate Care
     Healthcare Policy, Legal Issues, And Ethics In Healthcare Delivery
     Consumers And Nurses
     Recruitment And Retention: Meeting Staffing Requirements
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Keys To Professional Success
     Healthcare Financial Issues
     Technology And Healthcare
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Healthcare Quality Improvement And Safety
     Putting It All Together: The Culture Of The Organization
     Diversity In Health Care Organizations

Ethics and Legal Issues in Nursing (NUR-647)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Ethics
     Legal Concepts And The Judicial Process
     Anatomy Of A Lawsuit
     Standards Of Care
     Tort Law
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Nursing Liability: Defenses
     Informed Consent And Patient Self-Determination
     Documentation And Confidentiality
     Professional Liability Insurance
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Nurse Practice Acts, Licensure, And Scope Of Practice
     Advanced Nursing Practice Roles
     Employment Laws: Corporate Liability Issues
     Nursing Administration And The Nurse-Manager
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Delegation And Supervision
     Selected Federal Laws
     Acute Care Settings
     Ambulatory Care Settings
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Managed Care Settings
     Community Health Settings
     Long Term Care Settings
     Academic Settings

Child health Nursing (NUR-711)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Nurses Role In The Care Of The Child
     Family-Centered Care: Theory And Applications
     Cultural Influences
     Genetic And Hereditary Influences
     Concepts Of Growth And Development
     Child And Family Communication
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Social And Environmental Influences On The Child
     Newborn Assessment And Pediatric
     Nutrition
     Concepts Of Health Promotion And Health Maintenance
     Health Promotion And Health Maintenance Of Children
     Nursing Care For The Child In The Community
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Nursing Care For The Hospitalized Child
     Pain Assessment And Management
     Infectious And Communicable Diseases
     Care For The Child With A Chronic Condition
     The Child And Life-Threatening Illness Or Injury
     End Of Life Care And Bereavement
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Alterations In Fluid, Electrolyte, And Acid-Base Balance
     Alterations In Eye, Ear, Nose, And Throat Function
     Alterations In Respiratory Function
     Alterations In Cardiovascular Immune Function
     Alterations In Hematologic Function
     Alterations In Cellular Growth
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Alterations In Gastrointestinal Genitourinary Function
     Alterations In Endocrine And Metabolic Function
     Alterations In Neurologic Function
     Alterations In Cognition And Mental Health
     Alterations In Musculoskeletal Function
     Alterations In Skin Integrity

Pharmacology of Nursing (NUR-894)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Pharmacology: Drug Regulation And Approval
     Drug Classes And Schedules
     Emergency Preparedness
     Principles Of Drug Administration
     Pharmacokinetics
     Pharmacodynamics
     The Nursing Process In Pharmacology
     Drug Administration Throughout The Lifespan
     Medication Errors
     Psychosocial, Gender, And Cultural Influences On Pharmacotherapy
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Herbal And Alternative Therapies
     Substance Abuse
     Drugs Affecting The Autonomic Nervous System
     Drugs For Anxiety And Insomnia
     Drugs For Seizures
     Drugs For Emotional And Mood Disorders
     Drugs For Psychoses
     Drugs For The Control Of Pain
     Drugs For Local And General Anesthesia
     Drugs For Degenerative Diseases Of The Nervous System
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Drugs For Neuromuscular Disorders
     Drugs For Lipid Disorders
     Drugs For Hypertension
     Drugs For Heart Failure
     Drugs For Angina Pectoris And Myocardial Infarction
     Drugs For Dysrhythmias
     Drugs For Coagulation Disorders
     Drugs For Hematopoietic Disorders
     Drugs For Shock
     Diuretic Therapy And Drugs For Renal Failure
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Drugs For Fluid Balance, Electrolyte, And Acid-Base Disorders
     Drugs For Immune System Modulation
     Drugs For Inflammation, Fever, And Allergies
     Drugs For Bacterial Infections
     Drugs For Fungal, Protozoan, And Helminth Infections
     Drugs For Viral Infections
     Drugs For Neoplasia
     Drugs For Upper Respiratory Disorders
     Drugs For Lower Respiratory Disorders
     Drugs For Peptic Ulcer Disease
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Drugs For Bowel Disorders, Nausea, And Vomiting
     Drugs For Nutritional Disorders
     Drugs For Pituitary, Thyroid, And Adrenal Disorders
     Drugs For Diabetes Mellitus
     Drugs For Disorders And Conditions Of The Female Reproductive System
     Drugs For Disorders And Conditions Of The Male Reproductive System
     Drugs For Bone And Joint Disorders
     Drugs For Skin Disorders
     Drugs For Eye And Ear Disorders

Our Commitment to Your Success

At Brookwood University, we are wholeheartedly committed to providing our valued students with an all-encompassing educational experience that extends far beyond the classroom. Our institution takes immense pride in the comprehensive services we offer to empower our students to thrive in their academic journeys and beyond. With a focus on not just supreme learning but also career enhancement and job placement opportunities, we ensure that our students are well-prepared to excel in the competitive global job market.