Transform Public Health as a Nurse, Advocate and Change-Maker
Ready to move into a nursing role that can have a positive impact on health outcomes for whole communities? Herzing University can help.
Advance your career in public health nursing
Our online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a concentration in Public Health Nursing (MSN-PH) can help you build the clinical background and experience you need to conduct research into population health issues, advocate for policies that drive change and provide evidence-based care.
BSN to MSN-PH or Accelerated RN/ADN to MSN-PH completion pathways
Finish in 16-28 months, depending on the pathway you choose
Flexible online study
CCNE-accredited*
Clinical placement pledge
Lead Efforts to Promote Better Health for All
Designed for registered nurses (RNs) with or without a bachelor’s degree, the online MSN-PH offers advanced knowledge and skills in a format that blends 100% online didactic coursework with in-person clinical experience. As a graduate of this program, you will be able to:
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Create effective health promotion and prevention strategies.
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Describe the impact of cultural humility on client care in a public health role.
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Learn how cultural humility enhances client care in your public health journey.
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Analyze the impact of policy on the planning and delivery of care.
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Integrate epidemiology into population-based practice.
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Implement the role of the public health nurse in a variety of settings.
From clinics to communities, our program prepares you for the role of public health nurse in a variety of settings.
Your Clinical Placement is Our Pledge
We understand securing clinical placement as part of an MSN degree program is one of the biggest concerns students face. At Herzing, we offer guidance and support through our step-by-step Clinical Guidance Process to ensure you can get the clinical practice experiences you need. As a Herzing student, we’ll encourage you to find your own preceptor and clinical sites as there are many benefits to doing so. However, we provide extensive support should you find difficulty along the way. With Herzing, you are never on your own. Because of our strong relationships with healthcare providers across the U.S. and our comprehensive Clinical Guidance Process, we are confident in our ability to help you find clinical placement. So much so that if you are unable to find a clinical site on your own, we pledge to step in and help you secure clinical placement.*
*Subject to terms and conditions outlined in the enrollment documents.
Multiple Pathways to the
MSN – Public Health Concentration
Herzing makes it possible for you to pursue an MSN with a concentration in Public Health in a way that fits with your background and career goals. Choose from the following options:
BSN to MSN Pathway
- 16 Months
- 36 credit program
- 135 clinical practicum hours
Accelerated RN to MSN Pathway
- 28 Months
- 52 credit program
- 180 clinical practicum hours
RNs with an associate degree can also earn a BSN on the way to their MSN if their employers require it.
After completing our MSN program, you can qualify to earn the Herzing Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program. A DNP equips you for the highest level of leadership in research, administration, and clinical practice.
What Will I Learn in the Online MSN-PH Program?
Our program focuses on understanding the factors that influence public health outcomes and on practical skills for leading programs to evaluate or enhance the health of populations.
Required core and direct care courses include:
- Health Policy and Management
- Knowledge for Nursing Practice
- Technology and Nursing Informatics in Advanced Practice
- Systems-Based Practice
- Scholarship for Nursing Practice
- Advanced Pathophysiology
- Advanced Health Assessment
- Advanced Pharmacology
Specialization courses in Public Health Nursing include:
- Foundations of Public Health Nursing
- Public Health Nursing Advocacy and Policy
- Public Health Promotion and Education Clinical
- Professional Practice in Public Health Nursing Clinical
Take the next step: Request more info about Herzing’s MSN – Public Health program.
Get StartedThe Herzing University Difference
At Herzing, we’re focused on helping you reach your highest career goals in nursing while also ensuring that the communities we serve benefit from highly competent nurse practitioners. That’s why we offer:
- Mentorship and guidance from doctoral-prepared nursing faculty with extensive clinical experience
- Hands-on clinical experience
- Access to a clinical placement coordinator and our clinical placement pledge
- Certification exam preparation as part of your degree
This program is also accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).*
You're Much More Than a Number
At Herzing, we believe that providing you with a caring, supportive community will have a positive impact on your learning experience. We know our students by name and are committed to your academic, personal, and professional success. Discover why Herzing's student-first approach, individual attention, and caring community set us apart from other colleges and universities.