Overview

The Nursing - Public Health Nursing programme at Walden University provides registered nurses with the interdisciplinary expertise required to lead community health initiatives. This master-level curriculum focuses on shifting from individual patient care to managing the health outcomes of entire populations, particularly those in underserved areas. Students are prepared to advocate for social change and implement evidence-based strategies to improve public health equity.

Why Nursing - Public Health Nursing at Walden University?

Walden University is recognised as a leader in graduate nursing education, offering a curriculum aligned with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) standards. The programme features the Practicum Pledge, where a dedicated field placement team assists students in securing a site and preceptor if they cannot find one independently. Learning is further enhanced through immersive interactive simulations and guidance from doctorally prepared faculty who are active practitioners in the field.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 22825 per full
National fee: USD 22825 per full
Local fee: USD 22825 per full

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to build advanced competencies in epidemiology, policy, and leadership. Modules may include:

Epidemiology and Population Health
Program Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation
Population-Based Public Health Nursing Interventions
Public Health Nursing Theory and Practice
Public Health Nursing Leadership
Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice
Patient Safety and Quality Improvement

Careers with Nursing - Public Health Nursing

Graduates are prepared for leadership roles that focus on health promotion and disease prevention across various sectors. The programme equips nurses to pursue diverse professional paths in government agencies, nonprofit organisations, and community health centres. Potential career destinations and roles include:

Public Health Nurse Manager or Director
Community Center Health Coordinator
Director of Disaster Management and Preparedness
Medical and Health Services Manager
Director of Health Education Programmes
Manager of Population-Focused Healthcare Services
Director of School Nursing

These professionals often work within city or county health departments, federal health organisations, and mobile health units to address the needs of vulnerable populations and manage large-scale health initiatives.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Pathophysiology

Pharmacology

Health Assessment

Care of Adults in Acute Settings

Practice Care of Older Adults

Diagnostic Reasoning

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-04-07 00:00:00

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More details

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Language

English

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Credits

53 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Minneapolis, United States

Disciplines

Public Health Nursing Health Sciences View 508 other Masters in Public Health in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor's degree or higher.

To be considered for this master’s program, you must have a valid RN license.

Completed online application and transcripts.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

15216 USD / year

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Out-of-State

15216 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

15216 USD / year

≈ 15216 USD / year

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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