NURS 5970 - Culminating Experience Preparation

1-2 unit(s)

Admission to the School of Nursing MSN or consent of instructor.

Hours: 1-2

Course Learning Outcomes List
Students will be able to:

1. Formulate a final graduate culminating experience topic or problem of significance to nursing that demonstrates originality and relevance to practice, education, leadership, or research (PLO 1, 4, 10);

2. Identify sources to critically appraise and synthesize scholarly literature for the background, significance, and rationale for the selected topic/problem;

3. Use the School of Nursing and University guidelines for graduate culminating experience requirements, including formatting, submission, and completion processes; 

4. Identify and select a faculty chair and committee members for the chosen culminating experience, if indicated;

5. Submit the completed Graduate Culminating Experience Topic Form in accordance with School of Nursing and University procedures, include the Committee Form if applicable;

6. Develop a structured timeline, abstract, and proposal for the culminating experience that demonstrates organization, feasibility, and alignment with program requirements; and,

7. Demonstrate understanding of research ethics and regulatory requirements while working on the culminating experience, including submitting a proposal for review by the University Institutional Review Board (IRB), if appropriate.

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