Nursing Leadership & Administration Post-Master's Certificate
Program Information
Western’s Post-Master’s Certificate in Nursing Leadership & Administration is designed for master’s prepared nurses looking enhance their nursing leadership skills. The 17-credit certificate can be completed part-time in four quarters. Students join their peers in the MSN in Nursing Leadership & Administration program specialty courses. The curriculum combines online coursework with immersive face-to-face sessions three times per quarter on the Bellingham Campus and hands-on practical experiences arranged by the faculty in the community.
Students are empowered to lead in healthcare organizations and community settings. The curriculum aligns with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essentials and the American Organization of Nurse Leaders (AONL) Nurse Leader Core Competencies. Graduates are equipped to integrate health equity into nursing leadership and administration, including systems thinking, implementing effective change, and strategic financial management. Real-world practice and experiences with nurse leaders provide hands-on experience.
Application Requirements
- Master's degree from an accredited college or university. Does not need to be a nursing master's degree.
- Unofficial transcripts from the institution that awarded your master’s degree. If you are a current or former Western Washington University student, please generate an unofficial WWU transcript through Web4U to upload. Official transcripts will be required of candidates upon acceptance of an offer of admission.
- Active Washington state registered nurse license.
- Resume or Curriculum Vita (CV).
- Personal statement.
- No GRE or other standardized test required.