Eligibility Criteria for Graduate Diploma

Elevate your expertise with our Graduate Diploma in Nursing, a comprehensive program designed for individuals seeking advanced proficiency in specific nursing disciplines. This diploma combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, preparing graduates for leadership roles, advanced clinical practice, and contributions to healthcare innovation.

Advanced Proficiency

Attain advanced proficiency in specific nursing disciplines

Comprehensive Training

Receive comprehensive training in specialized areas of nursing

Leadership Preparedness

Prepare for leadership roles with a focus on specialized practice

Advanced Proficiency

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR Graduate Diploma

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree, or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours

30

Courses Offered

05

Course Duration

6 Months (Self-Paced) Program

Estimated Fee

$6,450

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Introduction to Pediatric Nursing (NUR-276)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Nurse'S Role In Care Of The Child: Hospital, Community, And Home
     Family-Centered Care: Theory And Applications
     Growth And Development
     Infant, Child, And Adolescent Nutrition
     Pediatric Assessment
     Societal And Environmental Influences On Children
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Health Promotion And Health Maintenance
     Health Promotion And Health Maintenance For The Newborn And Infant
     Health Promotion And Health Maintenance For The Young And School-Age Child
     Health Promotion And Health Maintenance For The Adolescent
     Nursing Considerations For The Child In The Community
     Care Of The Child With A Chronic Condition
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Nursing Considerations For The Hospitalized Child
     The Child With A Life-Threatening Condition And End-Of-Life Care
     Pain Assessment And Management
     Alterations In Fluid, Electrolyte, And Acid-Base Balance
     Alterations In Immune Function
     Infectious And Communicable Diseases
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Alterations In Eye, Ear, Nose, And Throat Function
     Alterations In Respiratory Function
     Alterations In Cardiovascular Function
     Alterations In Hematologic Function
     Alterations In Cellular Growth
     Alterations In Gastrointestinal Function
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Alterations In Genitourinary Function
     Alterations In Neurologic Function
     Alterations In Cognition And Mental Health
     Alterations In Musculoskeletal Function
     Alterations In Endocrine And Metabolic Function
     Alterations In Skin Integrity

Fundamentals of Drug Dosage Calculations (NUR-317)

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

Nursing and Electronic Records (NUR-390)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Electronic Health Records - An Overview
     Coding Standards
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Learning Medical Record Software
     Data Entry At The Point Of Care
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Electronic Coding From Medical Records
     Advanced Techniques Speed Data Entry
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Using The Ehr To Improve Patient Care
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Privacy And Security Of Health Records
     Ehr And Technology

Introduction to Nursing (NUR-425)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Historical And Contemporary Nursing Practice
     Nursing Education And Research
     Nursing Theories And Conceptual Frameworks
     Legal Aspects Of Nursing
     Values, Ethics And Advocacy
     Health Care Delivery Systems
     Community Nursing And Care Continuity
     Home Care
     Nursing Informatics
     Critical Thinking And The Nursing Process
     Assessing
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Diagnosing
     Planning
     Implementing And Evaluating
     Documenting And Reporting
     Health Promotion
     Health, Wellness, And Illness
     Culture And Heritage
     Complementary And Alternative Healing Modalities
     Concepts Of Growth And Development
     Promoting Health From Conception Through Adolescence
     Promoting Health In Young And Middle-Aged Adults
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Promoting Health In Elders
     Promoting Family Health
     Caring
     Communicating
     Teaching
     Delegating, Managing, And Leading
     Vital Signs
     Health Assessment
     Asepsis
     Safety
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Hygiene
     Diagnostic Testing
     Medications
     Skin Integrity And Wound Care
     Perioperative Nursing
     Sensory Perception
     Self-Concept
     Sexuality
     Spirituality
     Stress And Coping
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Loss, Grieving And Death
     Activity And Exercise
     Rest
     Pain Management
     Nutrition
     Urinary Elimination
     Fecal Elimination
     Oxygenation
     Circulation
     Fluid, Electrolyte, And Acid-Base Balance

Introduction to Medical Surgical Nursing (NUR-613)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Medical-Surgical Nursing
     Health And Illness In The Adult Client
     Community-Based And Home Care Of The Adult Client
     Nursing Care Of Clients Having Surgery
     Nursing Care Of Clients Experiencing Loss, Grief,And Death
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Problems Of Substance Abuse
     Nursing Care Of Clients Experiencing Disasters
     Genetic Implications Of Adult Health Nursing
     Nursing Care Of Clients Experiencing Pain
     Nursing Of Clients With Altered Fluid, Electrolyte, And Acid-Base Balance
     Nursing Care Of Clients Experiencing Trauma And Shock
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Infections
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Altered Immunity
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Cancer
     Assessing Clients With Integumentary Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Integumentary Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Burns
     Assessing Clients With Endocrine Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Endocrine Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Diabetes Mellitus
     Assessing Clients With Nutritional And Gastrointestinal Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Nutritional Disorders
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Upper Gastrointestinal Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Gallbladder, Liver, And Pancreatic Disorders
     Assessing Clients With Bowel Elimination Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Bowel Disorders
     Assessing Clients With Urinary Elimination Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Urinary Tract Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Kidney Disorders
     Assessing Clients With Cardiac Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Coronary Heart Disease
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Cardiac Disorders
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Assessing Clients With Hematologic, Peripheral Vascular, And Lymphatic Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Hematologic Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Peripheral Vascular Disorders
     Assessing Clients With Respiratory Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Upper Respiratory Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Ventilation Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Gas Exchange Disorders
     Assessing Clients With Musculoskeletal Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Musculoskeletal Trauma
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Musculoskeletal Disorders
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Assessing Clients With Neurologic Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Intracranial Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Cerebrovascular And Spinal Cord Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Neurologic Disorders
     Assessing Clients With Eye And Ear Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Eye And Ear Disorders
     Assessing Clients With Reproductive System And Breast Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Men With Reproductive System And Breast Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Womenwith Reproductive Systemand Breast Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Sexually Transmitted Infections