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184 courses with the subject NURS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

NURS 010Health Assessment Clinical0

Prerequisite: NURS 210 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 021Fundamentals in Nursing Clinical0

Prerequisite: NURS 221 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 031Strategies for Adult Health Care I Clinical0

Prerequisite: NURS 301 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 032Strategies for Adult Health Care II Clinical0

Prerequisite: NURS 302 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 041Pre-licensure Strategies for Community Health Nursing Clinical0

Prerequisite: NURS 441 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 051Strategies for Mental Health Care Clinical0

Prerequisite: NURS 451 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 054Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family Clinical0

Prerequisite: NURS 354 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 055Nursing Care of Children Clinical0

Prerequisite: NURS 355 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 060Advanced Strategies for Adult Health Care Clinical0

Prerequisite: NURS 460 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 070International Student Support0

The purpose of this course is to come alongside international nursing students to support them academically leading to their success in the BSN program. It is required of all international students in their first semester and then can be repeated as often as necessary until successful completion of the program.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Repeatable: can be repeated as often as necessary until successful completion of the program.
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 090Transition to Practice Clinical0

Offered: Residential

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 101Introduction to Nursing1

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 104Introduction to Nursing and Medical Terminology3

This course focuses on an introduction to nursing education, nursing process, principles of teaching and learning, the current roles of nurses in health care as well as the historical, ethical, political, social and legal aspects of nursing. This information is related to the curriculum requirements and career opportunities in nursing. Content also includes an introduction to Benner's model and nursing as a ministry. It provides basic understanding of medical terms and abbreviations. Includes study of prefixes, suffixes, word stems, and technical terms with emphasis on proper spelling, pronunciation and applications. Elementary aspects of the nursing process with special emphasis on assessment are incorporated.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 105Medical Terminology1

This course provides basic understanding of medical terms and abbreviations. Includes study of prefixes, suffixes, word stems, and technical terms with emphasis on proper spelling, pronunciation, and applications. Elementary aspects of the nursing process with special emphasis on assessment are incorporated.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 115Pre-licensure Pathophysiology3

Prerequisite: BIOL 213 and BIOL 214

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 200Nursing Process Application2

Prerequisite: Nursing Gate 1 with a score of 3

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 202Clinical Application of Nutritional Principles for Nurses3

This course will introduce students to key concepts and the clinical application of human nutritional principles for the acute and chronic care of patients across the lifespan, including human caloric needs and analysis of caloric sources and uses. Principles of ingestion, digestion, absorption, and cellular metabolism will be examined along with an in-depth application of these principles to the nutritional needs of specific populations including those with health disparities and unique cultural practices.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 210Pre-licensure Health Assessment3

Prerequisite: NURS 010 (may be taken concurrently) and Nursing Gate 1 with a score of 3

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 211Post-Licensure Health Assessment3

This course focuses on the development of a body systems approach to health assessment of individuals emphasizing normal growth and developmental responses across the lifespan. Content includes an introduction to the knowledge and skills of health assessment through a variety of methodologies in the classroom, opportunities to practice skills in the nursing laboratory and experiences in the clinical settings. Students apply communication techniques in eliciting comprehensive health histories and perform physical examinations in evaluating health status. NURS 210 is offered both as an online course and as an intensive held on the Liberty University Campus.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 215Post-licensure Pathophysiology3

Prerequisite: NURS 220 or NURS 350

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 220Advanced Nursing Communication3

It is essential that professional nurses have communication skills that are effective in promoting optimal interaction with others in a variety of situations. This course focuses on developing expert communications skills when communicating with other health care providers and patients and when communicating professional information through writing and speaking. (Formerly NURS 350)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 221Fundamentals in Nursing4

Prerequisite: NURS 200 and NURS 210 and NURS 021 (may be taken concurrently) and Nursing Gate 1 with a score of 3

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 225Pre-licensure Research in Nursing3

Prerequisite: NURS 200 and NURS 210 and Nursing Gate 1 with a score of 3

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 226Post-Licensure Research in Nursing3

Prerequisite: NURS 220

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 299Internship0

Prerequisite: Nursing Gate 1 with a score of 3

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 301Strategies for Adult Health Care I5

Prerequisite: NURS 221 and NURS 225 and NURS 031 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 5
Credits (max): 5
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 302Strategies for Adult Health Care II5

Prerequisite: NURS 305 and NURS 301 and NURS 032 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 5
Credits (max): 5
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 305Pharmacology3

Prerequisite: NURS 221 and NURS 225

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 306Pharmacology II3

Resident Prerequisite: NURS 305

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 316Global Health Nursing Field Experience3

Resident Prerequisite: NURS 221

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 325Nursing Concepts1-3

Prerequisite: NURS 220

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 352Caring for the Childbearing Family I4

Prerequisite: NURS 210 and NURS 221 and (NURS 215 or NURS 115) and Nursing Gate 1 with a score of 3

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 353Caring for the Childbearing Family II4

Prerequisite: NURS 210 and NURS 221 and PSYC 210 and (NURS 215 or NURS 115) and Nursing Gate 1 with a score of 3

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 354Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family4

Prerequisite: NURS 054 (may be taken concurrently) and NURS 221 and NURS 225

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 355Nursing Care of Children4

Prerequisite: NURS 055 (may be taken concurrently) and NURS 221 and NURS 225 and PSYC 210 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 415Culturally Sensitive Nursing Care3

Resident Prerequisite: NURS 301 and NURS 305

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 416Preceptorship in Nursing3

Prerequisite: NURS 302 and NURS 306 and NURS 354 and NURS 355

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 417Crisis Nursing3

Prerequisite: NURS 301 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 419Strategies for End of Life Care3

Prerequisite: NURS 301

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 420Comprehensive Pain Management3

Prerequisite: NURS 302 and NURS 306

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 440Post-licensure Strategies for Community Health Care4-5

Prerequisite: NURS 220

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 5
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 441Pre-licensure Strategies for Community Health Nursing Lecture4

Prerequisite: NURS 041 (may be taken concurrently) and NURS 302 and NURS 306 and NURS 354 and NURS 355

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 445Contemporary Issues in Nursing and Healthcare3

Prerequisite: NURS 302 and NURS 306 and NURS 354 and NURS 355

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 446Post-Licensure Population Health3

Prerequisite: NURS 220

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 451Strategies for Mental Health Care3

Prerequisite: NURS 302 and NURS 306 and NURS 354 and NURS 355 and NURS 051 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 460Advanced Strategies for Adult Health Care4

Prerequisite: NURS 302 and NURS 306 and NURS 354 and NURS 355 and NURS 060 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 464Acute Care Certificate3

Prerequisite: NURS 302 and NURS 306 and NURS 354 and NURS 355 and NURS 356 and NURS 357 and NURS 490 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 465Advanced Strategies for the Critically Ill3

Prerequisite: NURS 460 and NURS 490 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 466Advanced Critical Care II3

Prerequisite: NURS 460 and NURS 490 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 475Research in Nursing3

Resident Prerequisite: (MATH 201 or BUSI 230 and NURS 210 and NURS 215 and NURS 221 and NURS 301 and NURS 305) or (MATH 201 and NURS 201 and NURS 210 and NURS 215 and NURS 301 and NURS 305) or (MATH 201 and NURS 205 and NURS 210 and NURS 215 and NURS 221 and NURS 301) or (MATH 201 and NURS 201 and NURS 205 and NURS 210 and NURS 215 and NURS 301)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 489Leadership in Nursing3

Prerequisite: NURS 350 or NURS 220

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 490Transition to Practice5

Prerequisite: NURS 302 and NURS 306 and NURS 354 and NURS 355 and NURS 090 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 5
Credits (max): 5
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 491Nursing Management3

Prerequisite: NURS 220 or NURS 350

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 492Advanced Concepts of Nursing Practice3

Prerequisite: ((NURS 210 or NURS 211) and (NURS 225 or NURS 226) and (NURS 445 or NURS 446) and (NURS 489 or NURS 490) and NURS 215 and NURS 220 and NURS 325 and NURS 440 and NURS 491 )

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 495Directed Research3

Prerequisite: Nursing Gate 1 with a score of 3

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 497Seminar1-3

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 499Nursing Internship6

Offered: Residential

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 6
Credits (max): 6
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 500Research3

Prerequisite: (Research Met (NURS 225 or 226) with a score of 3 and Stats Met (MATH 201) with a score of 3) or (BSN Met with a score of 3 and Stats Met (MATH 201) with a score of 3)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 501Health Policy and Ethics3

This course examines policy decisions and related issues that shape the organization, financing, and implementation of health care services and delivery systems. Ethical, social, and political issues that affect the provision of health care, nursing services, communities, and society are critically analyzed. Dynamics related to the roles and influences of health care providers and consumers, government, and law are discussed. Advanced nursing practice and its impact on policy decision making and health care is emphasized.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 502Nursing Theory and Advanced Practice3

Emphasis is placed on the critique, evaluation, and utilization of nursing and other relevant theories that apply to advanced nursing practice and a comprehensive approach to care. Professional role development, interdisciplinary relationships, and issues relevant to advanced practice are studied.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 503Managing Population Health3

This course focuses on health behaviors of diverse populations and critical analysis of various theories of health promotion and clinical prevention. Health behaviors of different cultures and age groups are addressed, relevant nursing research on health promotion and clinical prevention are discussed, and new areas for nursing research are identified. Emphasis is placed on the promotion of health, prevention of illness, and environmental factors that impact health status. The importance of providing appropriate, individualized health care that is sensitive to the ethnic, racial, gender and age differences within and across diverse populations is stressed and the role of the advanced practice nurse is emphasized.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 504Advanced Pharmacology for the Nurse Educator3

Prerequisite: (Research Met (NURS 225 or 226) with a score of 3 and Community Met (NURS 440) with a score of 3 and Ldr Management Met (NURS 490) with a score of 3 and Pop. Hlth Met (NURS445 or 446) with a score of 3 and Nrs Management Met (NURS 491) with a score of 3 and NURS 505 and NURS 506) or (BSN Met with a score of 3 and NURS 505 and NURS 506)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 505Advanced Health / Physical Assessment3

Prerequisite: (BSN Met with a score of 3 and Hlth Asmnt Met (NURS210 or211) with a score of 3) or (Hlth Asmnt Met (NURS210 or211) with a score of 3 and Research Met (NURS 225 or 226) with a score of 3 and Community Met (NURS 440) with a score of 3 and Ldr Management Met (NURS 490) with a score of 3 and Pop. Hlth Met (NURS445 or 446) with a score of 3 and Nrs Management Met (NURS 491) with a score of 3)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 506Advanced Physiology and Pathophysiology3

Prerequisite: BSN Met with a score of 3 or (Research Met (NURS 225 or 226) with a score of 3 and Community Met (NURS 440) with a score of 3 and Ldr Management Met (NURS 490) with a score of 3 and Pop. Hlth Met (NURS445 or 446) with a score of 3 and Nrs Management Met (NURS 491) with a score of 3) or (EXSC 510 and EXSC 525)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 507Advanced Acute Adult Care I3

Prerequisite: NURS 504 and NURS 505 and NURS 506

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 518Foundations of Pain Management3

Effective pain management for clients suffering from acute or chronic pain is imperative for promoting optimal plans of care. Students examine key theories and evidence-based literature supporting pain science while applying knowledge from foundational documents related to pain management. Through pain theory analysis, discussion, and other courses assignments, students will examine common biases and misconceptions surrounding pain management and review pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic options for effective management of pain.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 519Strategies for End of Life Care3

The focus of this course is to explore the multifaceted role of caring for the patient who has reached the end of life. Particular attention is given to providing sufficient knowledge to assure that the student will be prepared to facilitate the patient's comfort and quality of life. Other areas include ethical / legal issues, cultural perspectives on death and dying, grief, and death. Course content emphasizes the respectful treatment of the entire individual and the delivery of care with the love of Christ. (Elective course)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 521Nursing Issues, Informatics and Technology3

Prerequisite: (NURS 501 and BSN Met with a score of 3 and Hlth Asmnt Met (NURS210 or211) with a score of 3) or (NURS 501 and Hlth Asmnt Met (NURS210 or211) with a score of 3 and Research Met (NURS 225 or 226) with a score of 3 and Community Met (NURS 440) with a score of 3 and Ldr Management Met (NURS 490) with a score of 3 and Pop. Hlth Met (NURS445 or 446) with a score of 3 and Nrs Management Met (NURS 491) with a score of 3)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 522Performance Management in Healthcare3

This course will allow students to explore the concepts that support a sound approach to managing performance. Performance management is a proactive and ongoing process which strives to align individual, unit, and/or team performance with the mission, vision, and strategic goals of the organization. When organizational goals are established, performance metrics are created along with a methodical measurement process that will support analysis of performance. Performance management also implies that leaders are managing their individual staff through relationship and rapport building, investment in the ongoing growth of employees, goal setting, motivating and rewarding staff, and giving feedback at regular intervals.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 523Financial and Resource Management for Nurse Leaders3

Prerequisite: NURS 521

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 524Systems Management and Leadership for Nurse Leaders3

Prerequisite: NURS 523

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 525Clinical Considerations of Pain Management3

Effective pain management is essential to holistic nursing care and improved patient outcomes. Evidence-based practice of pain science allows nurses with advanced pain management knowledge to be leaders and advocates for effective pain management. Through putting aside personal assumptions and biases, students will learn how to assess for pain, apply pain science, and intervene with appropriate care actions across the life span for the diverse populations.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 527School of Nursing MSN Practicum Gate0

This course is intended to provide guidance and information on expectations regarding the requirements for the student nursing program. Candidates will submit practicum requirements.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 600Evaluation Strategies for Nurse Educators3

This course will cover various formative and summative evaluation strategies for assessment of student learning outcomes in the classroom, clinical, and laboratory settings. Attention will be given to social/legal/ethical issues, students with disabilities, and cultural diversity.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 613Advanced Community Health II3

Prerequisite: NURS 512

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 617Nurse Educator I: Advanced Clinical Applications3

Prerequisite: NURS 504 and NURS 505 and NURS 506 and NURS 521 and NURS 527

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 618Nurse Educator II: Teaching Strategies3

Prerequisite: NURS 504 and NURS 505 and NURS 506 and NURS 600 and NURS 617

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 619Nurse Educator III: Curriculum Development3

Prerequisite: NURS 618

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 622Pain Management Seminar3

Prerequisite: NURS 501 and NURS 518 and NURS 525

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 623Nursing Administration I: The Role of the Nurse Administrator3

Prerequisite: NURS 500 and NURS 501 and NURS 502 and NURS 503 and NURS 521 and NURS 523 and NURS 527 and BUSI 610

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 625Nursing Administration III: Management of Resources3

Prerequisite: BUSI 642

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 626Nursing Administration IV: Nursing Administration Capstone3

Prerequisite: NURS 625

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 627Practicum I Health Policy Leadership3

Prerequisite: NURS 527

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 628Practicum II Health Policy Leadership3

The Health Policy Leadership II practicum is designed to provide the student already employed in a healthcare organization with exposure to executive management, leadership, and policy- making processes and activities.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 629Practicum III Health Policy Leadership3

The Health Policy Leadership III practicum is designed to provide the student already employed in a healthcare organization with exposure to the policy- making processes and activities within the local and/or state levels.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 630Nursing Informatics Capstone3

Prerequisite: NURS 524 and INFO 668

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 631Community Health Practicum I Health Policy Leadership3

Prerequisite: NURS 500 and NURS 501 and NURS 502 and NURS 503 and NURS 521 and NURS 527

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 632Community Health Practicum II3

This practicum course is designed to build on practicum experiences from NURS 631 and expand the practicing RN's engagement within the community setting by considering community concepts and addressing the social determinants of health; with the goal of promoting and preserving the health of populations. RN's will apply knowledge and skills from nursing practice, nursing courses, and public health sciences to broaden their understanding of caring for a community's health.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 633Community Health Practicum III3

This course completes community health practicum experience that continues to build on community focus to include community based management, formulates community goals and objectives, concentrating on evidence-based program planning while expanding population-oriented preventive, therapeutic and rehabilitative models of care.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 635Nursing Informatics Data Management3

Prerequisite: INFO 668 and NURS 524 and NURS 527

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 636Nursing Informatics Capstone3

Prerequisite: NURS 635

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 668Health/Wellness Capstone Project3

Prerequisite: NURS 501 and NURS 503 and NURS 519

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 671Community Health Practicum I3

Prerequisite: NURS 500 and NURS 501 and NURS 502 and NURS 503 and NURS 521 and NURS 527

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 672Community Health Practicum II3

Prerequisite: NURS 671

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 673Community Health Practicum III3

Prerequisite: NURS 672

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 674Nursing Administration I: The Role of the Nurse Administrator3

Prerequisite: NURS 500 and NURS 501 and NURS 502 and NURS 503 and NURS 521 and NURS 523 and NURS 527 and BUSI 610

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 675Nursing Administration II: Management of Resources3

Prerequisite: BUSI 642 and NURS 674

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 676Nursing Administration III: Nursing Administration Capstone3

Prerequisite: NURS 675

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 677Nurse Educator I: Advanced Clinical Applications3

Prerequisite: NURS 504 and NURS 505 and NURS 506 and NURS 521 and NURS 527

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 678Nurse Educator II: Teaching Strategies3

Prerequisite: NURS 504 and NURS 505 and NURS 506 and NURS 600 and NURS 677

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 679Nurse Educator III: Curriculum Development3

Prerequisite: NURS 678

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 680Practicum I Health Policy Leadership3

Prerequisite: NURS 527

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 681Practicum II Health Policy Leadership3

Prerequisite: NURS 680

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 682Practicum III Health Policy Leadership3

Prerequisite: NURS 681

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 685Nursing Informatics Data Management3

Prerequisite: INFO 668 and NURS 527

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 686Nursing Informatics Practicum II3

Prerequisite: NURS 685

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 687Nursing Informatics Practicum III3

Prerequisite: NURS 686

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 695Independent Study1-3

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 700Advanced Nursing Research3

This course applies a variety of methods used for practice improvement through synthesis of the literature. The use of these methods, such as action research, program evaluation, and quality improvement will be explored through critical analysis of each.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 711Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology3

This course provides the student with an understanding physiology and pathophysiology for advanced practice nurses. An emphasis on homeostasis, systems interactions, and pathophysiology will be the foundation for case-based learning of common diseases and conditions seen in primary care.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 712Advanced Health Assessment for Nurse Practitioners3

Prerequisite: NURS 711

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 713Advanced Pharmacology for Nurse Practitioners3

Prerequisite: NURS 711 and NURS 712

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 715Theoretical Application for Advanced Practice Nursing3

This course will analyze the nature of theory and theory development in nursing. Students will examine nursing theory, apply theory to practice, practice change, and scholarship. Application of advanced levels of clinical judgment and accountability in the design, development, and evaluation of evidence-based care will occur.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 716Applications of Evidence-Based Care3

Prerequisite: NURS 715

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 718Informatics, Technology and Trends for Transforming Health Care3

Prerequisite: NURS 715

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 721Leadership, Policy and Ethics3

Prerequisite: NURS 715

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 722Nursing Theory Development3

This course examines the nature of nursing knowledge and the development of its underpinnings. Various approaches to concept and/or theory development, analysis, and evaluation are examined and applied. The course explores the connections between research, theory and practice as it relates to the development of nursing knowledge.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 731School of Nursing Gate 1 DNP-FNP0

This course is intended to provide guidance and information on expectations regarding the requirements for the student program. Candidates will submit practicum requirements.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 732Interprofessional Collaboration and Outcomes Management for Quality in Health Care3

Prerequisite: NURS 715 and NURS 716 and NURS 721 and NURS 718 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 733Women's Health3

Prerequisite: ((NURS 736 (may be taken concurrently) or NURS 743 (may be taken concurrently)) and NURS 734 and NURS 735 )

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 734Family Nursing I: Acute Health3

Prerequisite: NURS 711 and NURS 712 and NURS 713 and NURS 740 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 735Infant and Children's Health3

Prerequisite: ((NURS 734 (may be taken concurrently) or NURS 740 (may be taken concurrently)) and NURS 711 and NURS 712 and NURS 713 )

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 737Family Nursing II: Chronic Health3

Prerequisite: NURS 734 and NURS 735 and NURS 733 (may be taken concurrently) or NURS 736 (may be taken concurrently) or (NURS 743 (may be taken concurrently) and NURS 744 (may be taken concurrently))

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 738School of Nursing Gate 2 DNP-FNP0

This course is intended to provide guidance and information on expectations regarding the requirements for the student program. Candidates will submit practicum requirements.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 739School of Nursing Gate 3 DNP-FNP0

This course is intended to provide guidance and information on expectations regarding the requirements for the student program. Candidates will submit practicum requirements.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 740Family Nurse Practitioner I1

Prerequisite: NURS 700 and NURS 711 and NURS 712 and NURS 713 and NURS 715 and NURS 721 and NURS 732 and NURS 734 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 741Family Nurse Practitioner I1

Prerequisite: NURS 731 and NURS 740 and NURS 734 and NURS 735 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 742Nursing Seminar: Issues in Global Health2

Prerequisite: NURS 735 and NURS 736 and NURS 737 and NURS 838 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 743Family Nurse Practitioner II2

Prerequisite: NURS 734 and NURS 735 and NURS 738 and NURS 740 and NURS 741 and NURS 733 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 744Family Nurse Practitioner II2

Prerequisite: NURS 733 and NURS 734 and NURS 735 and NURS 739 and NURS 740 and NURS 741 and NURS 743 and NURS 737 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 745School of Nursing Gate 1 PMHNP-Post MSN0

This course is intended to provide guidance and information on expectations regarding the requirements for the student program. Candidates will submit practicum requirements.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 746School of Nursing Gate 2 PMHNP-Post MSN0

This course is intended to provide guidance and information on expectations regarding the requirements for the student program. Candidates will submit practicum requirements.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 750Spiritual Care3

This course will examine the interrelatedness of spirituality and the practice of nursing. The primary orientation of the course will be that of the Christian worldview. Historical perspectives on spiritual care will be incorporated with the healing arts. Contemporary models such as parish nursing will be explored. The spiritual needs of the caregiver will be identified and support opportunities will be examined.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 751Neurobiology and Differential Diagnosis of Mental Disorders3

This foundational course focuses on mental disorders across the lifespan. Based on anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology, this course examines underlying causality including injury, trauma, developmental, genetic, infection and disease including degeneration. The relationship to support homeostasis between the body and brain, and within the brain will be explored. This course also integrates the use of case-based learning to approach differential psychiatric diagnoses. Students will gain skills in interviewing, observation, and the use of and interpretation of screening, tools, behavioral assessments and diagnostic tests. Case studies will be based on the most current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders (DSM 5) and other appropriate diagnostic tools and methods.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 752Clinical Psychopharmacology2-3

Prerequisite: NURS 751 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 753Psychotherapeutic Theories, Frameworks, and Modalities3

Prerequisite: NURS 752 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 754Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Practicum I Adult/Gero4

Resident Prerequisite: NURS 745 and NURS 751 and NURS 752 and NURS 753

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 755Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Practicum II Pediatrics/Family5

Resident Prerequisite: NURS 746 and NURS 751 and NURS 752 and NURS 753 and NURS 754

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 5
Credits (max): 5
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 756School of Nursing Gate 1 PMHNP-Post BSN0

This course is intended to provide guidance and information on expectations regarding the requirements for the student program. Candidates will submit practicum requirements.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 757School of Nursing Gate 2 PMHNP-Post BSN0

This course is intended to provide guidance and information on expectations regarding the requirements for the student program. Candidates will submit practicum requirements.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 758School of Nursing Gate 3 PMHNP0

This course is intended to provide guidance and information on expectations regarding the requirements for the student program. Candidates will submit practicum requirements.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 764Learning Theories and Teaching Methods for Nurse Educators3

This course provides an overview of major research based theories of adult learning and knowledge development. Application of theory to the planning and execution of various phases of curriculum across a variety of educational settings is explored. Students will engage in self-reflection to improve teaching practices through strategies such as use of personal attributes, demonstrating enthusiasm for nursing and the teaching-learning process, use of technology, and respect for the learner. Individual learning styles and unique needs of students will be explored, including international, adult, multicultural, educationally disadvantaged, physically challenged, at-risk, and second degree learners. Students will be encouraged to develop an individual teaching style utilizing research based theory and engage in continuous self-evaluation as life-long learners.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 765Curriculum Development and Program Evaluation for Nurse Educators3

This course prepares the student to design, implement, and evaluate curriculum. Research and evidenced-based theories will be applied to the process of curriculum development and program evaluation. The role of the faculty member in curriculum design and program evaluation will be explored.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 766Advanced Evaluation Strategies for Nurse Educators3

Prerequisite: NURS 764 and NURS 765

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 767Transition to the Nurse Educator Role3

Prerequisite: NURS 766

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 768Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Practicum I3-4

Prerequisite: NURS 751 and NURS 752 and NURS 753 and NURS 756

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 4
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 769Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Practicum II3-5

Prerequisite: NURS 751 and NURS 752 and NURS 753 and NURS 757 and NURS 768

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 5
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 771Family Nurse Practitioner Practicum I3

Prerequisite: NURS 711 and NURS 712 and NURS 713 and NURS 731 and NURS 733 (may be taken concurrently) and NURS 734 (may be taken concurrently) and NURS 735 (may be taken concurrently) and NURS 737 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 772Family Nurse Practitioner Practicum II3

Prerequisite: NURS 711 and NURS 712 and NURS 713 and NURS 771 and NURS 733 (may be taken concurrently) and NURS 734 (may be taken concurrently) and NURS 735 (may be taken concurrently) and NURS 737 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 784Assessment and Accreditation for Nursing Programs3

This course examines the process of curriculum design and development from the perspective of faculty and administration. Curricula are analyzed from the context of program evaluation and accreditation standards. Various instructional design models are applied to nursing courses.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 815Quantitative Methods of Research3

Prerequisite: EDUC 812

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 817Qualitative Methods of Research3

Prerequisite: EDUC 812

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 820Comprehensive Exam0

Prerequisite: NURS 721 and NURS 716 and NURS 834 and NURS 718 and NURS 836 and NURS 832 and NURS 732 and NURS 731

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 821Comprehensive Exam: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner0

Prerequisite: NURS 751 and NURS 752 and NURS 753 and NURS 754

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 827School of Nursing Gate 4 DNP-FNP0

This course is intended to provide guidance and information on expectations regarding the requirements for the student program. Candidates will submit practicum requirements.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 828School of Nursing DNP Practicum Gate0

This course is intended to provide guidance and information on expectations regarding the requirements for the student program. Candidates will submit practicum requirements.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 829Leadership in Healthcare Transformation3

Leadership in Healthcare Transformation prepares nurse scholars and leaders to excel in driving positive change and fostering innovation within the dynamic and complex healthcare environment. This course will equip students with the necessary competencies to lead transformational initiatives, enhance quality improvement in healthcare, and ensure the safety and efficiency of healthcare delivery systems.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 830Public Health Administration and Leadership3

Public Health Administration and Leadership is designed to equip nurse scholars with advanced knowledge and skills to excel in leadership roles. This course integrates a comprehensive understanding of administrative and management practices in public health organizations' healthcare delivery systems, applying leadership theories and a global perspective on emerging trends in public health practices.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 831Policy in Health Care3

Policy in Health care is designed to empower nurse scholars to become leaders and experts in healthcare policy analysis and reform. This course comprehensively explores the factors that shape healthcare delivery, including economic, financial, and political influences. It also explores the policy reform process, examining it through legal, ethical, social, organizational, and regulatory lenses.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 832Clinical Prevention and Biostatistics3

Prerequisite: NURS 715 and NURS 716 and NURS 718 and NURS 721

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 833Higher Educational Leadership3

This course examines a various topic relevant to nursing leaders in higher education. Leadership demands specific to higher education are examined. The structure and function of college and university settings are explored. Current issues that affect higher education are discussed.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 834Health Care Operations and Financial Management3

Prerequisite: NURS 832

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 835Theories of Nursing3

This course explores the scholarly development of the discipline of nursing. The historical, educational, contemporary, scientific, and professional influences of theoretical knowledge in nursing are explored. The conceptual basis of various nurse theorist are analyzed. This course prepares students to select an appropriate theoretical framework for use in their dissertation.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 836Translational Research in Health Care3

Prerequisite: NURS 715 and NURS 716 and NURS 718 and NURS 832

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 837Grant Writing and Publication3

This course is designed to provide writing experiences which prepare the learner for manuscript and grant proposal submissions. This introductory experience into the grant process from proposal to funding to management will include project management, funding sources, and funding challenges. Other course requirements include a research proposal (manuscript) that is ready for submission for publication and development of a dissertation proposal.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 838Family Nurse Practitioner Practicum III4-5

Prerequisite: ((NURS 736 or NURS 744) and NURS 827)

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 5
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 839Proposal Development2

Prerequisite: NURS 716 and NURS 832 and NURS 836

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 840DNP Practicum I2

Prerequisite: ((NURS 820 or NURS 821) and NURS 828 and NURS 832 and NURS 834 and NURS 836 )

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 841DNP Practicum II2

Prerequisite: NURS 840

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 842DNP Practicum III2

Prerequisite: NURS 841

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 843DNP Practicum IV2

Prerequisite: NURS 842

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 844DNP Practicum V4

Prerequisite: NURS 843

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 915Advanced Quantitative Methods of Nursing Research3

Prerequisite: NURS 815

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 917Advanced Qualitative Methods of Nursing Research3

Prerequisite: NURS 817

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 947Scholarly Project Planning1

Prerequisite: NURS 836

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 948Scholarly Project I1

Prerequisite: NURS 947

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Repeatable: may be repeated up to two times).
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 949Scholarly Project II1

Prerequisite: NURS 948

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Repeatable: may be repeated up to two times).
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 950Scholarly Project Defense1

Prerequisite: NURS 949

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 979School of Nursing PhD Gate0

This course is intended to provide guidance and information on expectations regarding the requirements for the student program. Candidates will submit practicum requirements.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 980Nursing Comprehensive Exam0

Prerequisite: ((NURS 915 or NURS 917) and NURS 700 and NURS 721 and NURS 722 and NURS 835 and EDUC 703 and NURS 764 and NURS 765 and NURS 766 and NURS 784 and NURS 833 and EDUC 812 and NURS 815 and NURS 817 and NURS 837 and NURS 979 )

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 987Dissertation Planning5

Prerequisite: NURS 980

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 5
Credits (max): 5
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 988Dissertation I5

This course is the second step for students and faculty to actualize the student's dissertation. Students will also progress through the IRB process and begin to conduct their research.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 5
Credits (max): 5
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 989Dissertation II5

During this course students will conduct their analysis, present their findings, comments, and recommendations, and prepare for final defense of their dissertation.

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 5
Credits (max): 5
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

NURS 990Dissertation Defense0

Prerequisite: NURS 989

Subject: NURS
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

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