RN to MSN Bridge Programs in Vermont

RN to MSN programs offer the associate's or diploma educated registered nurse in Vermont an opportunity to complete a master's nursing education in a timely manner. Completion times will vary depending on the student but in general RN to MSN programs take three years to complete. A variety of concentrations are available from advanced practice to nursing education. Some programs do have entry requirements that may or not include specific courses and/or work experience. The best thing to do is contact the program that fits your interests to learn about the requirements and the program. A list of RN to MSN programs offered in Vermont can be found below.

Students gain theoretical and empirical knowledge through the baccalaureate and master's level courses, evaluate it and determine its application to nursing practice and research. Depending on the concentration, a practicum may be required such is the case with any advanced practice concentration. Practicums for online and campus based RN to MSN programs are often arranged in the student's local community or region with the assistance of a faculty member or advisor.

Online programs offer a flexibility that is not afforded in campus based programs. Students are able to complete courses or watch class presentations when and where it is convenient. The online RN to MSN programs below include information about which concentrations they offer as well as contact details to learn about admissions requirements and to request application materials. You might also be interested in one of the RN to BSN programs in Vermont.

Nurse educators are in high demand at colleges and universities in Vermont that offer entry-level nursing degree programs. The RN to MSN is a pathway for bringing a younger generation of nurses into Vermont's nursing faculty. This is a critical time as a high percentage of current faculty are approaching retirement age. In fact, over 44% of practicing nurses in New England fall in the 46-55 age range according to the Advance for Nurses 2009 Salary Survey. Moves by the state government and the Board of Nursing have and will continue to be made in order to attract attract more nurses into education. The Advance for Nurses 2009 Salary Survey also found that nursing faculty in Vermont made $30.00 an hour, based on the nurses that reported. This number could vary depending on education, school, experience and other factors.
(Source: Advance for Nurses 2009 Salary Survey)

RN to MSN Online Programs Offered in Vermont

Walden University School of Nursing

Graduates of Walden University's M.S. degree program in Nursing have the knowledge and skills to be leaders in their profession. They will be capable of contributing to positive social change in their own communities and throughout the world. Request free information from Walden University to learn more. The Walden University RN - M.S. programs are Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredited.

Programs Offered: RN - M.S. (Concentrations: Leadership and Management, Informatics, and Education)

Capella University

Capella University offers a Master's in Nursing (MSN) Nurse Educator Bridge program for registered nurses that have a bachelor's degree in another area and a current RN license. This program is ideal for those that are interested in becoming nurse educators or clinical nurse leaders.

Programs Offered: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Nurse Educator Bridge Program

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Loyola University New Orleans - School of Nursing

Loyola University New Orleans offers an MSN - Health Care Systems Management and an MSN - BLEND program designed for RNs to enter the MSN program without a BSN. These programs are accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).

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American Sentinel University - School of Nursing

The RN to MSN completion program is offered online and accepts RN's with current licenses and either a community college degree or a nursing diploma. Courses are open for enrollment once a month. Get more information today.

Programs Offered: RN to MSN Online (Tracks: Nursing Management and Organizational Leadership, Case Management, Nursing Education, and Nursing Informatics), RN to BSN

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Frontier School of Midwifery & Family Nursing - Distance Education

The Frontier School of Midwifery and Family Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of College and Schools.

Programs Offered: ADN - MSN Bridge Nurse Midwifery (accredited by ACME), ADN - MSN Family Nurse Practitioner (accredited by the NLNAC), and ADN - MSN Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner (accredited by the NLNAC). FSMFN also offers an online DNP program accredited by the AACN.

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Graceland University

All nursing programs at Graceland University are CCNE accredited. Practicums are completed in the student's community. The FNP specialization requires a four day on-campus focus session during the BSN portion and two more on-campus focus sessions to during the MSN portion.

Online Programs Offered: RN to MSN - (Specializations: Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator/Clinical Nurse Specialist) Applicants specify their specialization interest after contacting the schools and during the application process.

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Western Governors University - Nursing

Western Governors University offers an online RN to MSN degree program for registered nurses with an associate's degree. WGU is Regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation as well as Nationally accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council.

All of the Western Governors University nursing programs are Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredited. The Online RN to MSN programs are currently accepting applications. Request information today.

Programs Offered: RN to BSN, RN to MSN - (Tracks: Nursing Education or Nursing Leadership & Management)

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Schools Based in Vermont Offering an RN to MSN Program

University of Vermont

NLNAC accredited Program

Program Offered: RN to BSN to MSN

University of Vermont - School of Nursing, 216 Rowell Building, Burlington, VT 05401, PH: 802-656-3830