Post Master’s Nursing Administration Certificate online
Increase your leadership skills and enhance your patient care quality to gain access to senior level nursing positions.
Program Overview
Insights into our post master’s certificate in nursing administration online program.
Our Post Master’s Nursing Administration Certificate advances your knowledge of nursing theories, related sciences and humanities, and methods of inquiry in the delivery of healthcare services. In as few as 8 months, you can increase your impact as a nurse through the development of your leadership skills and the quality of care you provide.
Designed to be flexible for working RNs interested in advancing their career, this online Post Master’s Nursing Administration Certificate features 100 percent online coursework and a rigorous curriculum taught by experienced faculty who are committed to your success. The coursework includes studies of fiscal management, healthcare data analysis, financial accounting, and seminars to integrate learning.
You will complete the theory and practicum course requirements you need to apply for the Nurse Executive, Advanced Certification Examination offered by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), or the American Organization of Nurse Executives (AONE) administrator certification exams: Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML) and Executive Nursing Practice (CENP).
Upon completion of this nursing administration certificate program, you will be able to:
- Apply advanced knowledge of nursing theories, related sciences and humanities, and methods of inquiry in the delivery of healthcare services
- Develop leadership and communicate effectively using the collaborative approach to improve quality care
- Analyze changes in the healthcare system through the design and implementation of health-related projects that strengthen outcomes in the healthcare delivery system
- Apply evidence, research, and theory to improve health services
- Apply current health information and technologies to advance the quality and accessibility of care
- Advocate for healthcare policies and systems to improve healthcare
- Analyze systems' responses to health and illness to improve the promotion, restoration, and maintenance of health that reflect respect across diverse cultures
- Engage in advanced nursing care to individuals, families, communities, and clinical populations
- Apply advanced knowledge of nursing theories, related sciences and humanities, and methods of inquiry in the delivery of healthcare services
- Develop leadership and communicate effectively using the collaborative approach to improve quality care
- Analyze changes in the healthcare system through the design and implementation of health-related projects that strengthen outcomes in the healthcare delivery system
- Apply evidence, research, and theory to improve health services
- Apply current health information and technologies to advance the quality and accessibility of care
- Advocate for healthcare policies and systems to improve healthcare
- Analyze systems' responses to health and illness to improve the promotion, restoration, and maintenance of health that reflect respect across diverse cultures
- Engage in advanced nursing care to individuals, families, communities, and clinical populations
Prepare for various nursing management and leadership roles, including:
- Chief Nursing Officer
- Chief Administrative Officer
- Nurse Manager
- Charge Nurse
- Chief Nursing Officer
- Chief Administrative Officer
- Nurse Manager
- Charge Nurse
The baccalaureate degree in nursing, master's degree in nursing, post-master's degree certification in adult gerontology and family nurse practitioner, and DNP programs at William Paterson University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (ccneaccreditation.org). Expires June 30, 2030.
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Tuition
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The William Paterson University online Post Master’s Nursing Administration Certificate offers affordable, pay by the course tuition. Tuition includes a nursing course fee that provides student access to "UpToDate for Nursing," as well as other software, reducing the overall cost of course materials.
Tuition breakdown:
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post Master’s Nursing Administration Certificate | $511.75 | $1,535.25 | $11,258.50 |
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Calendar
Plan ahead with these important dates.
William Paterson University online Post Master’s certificate programs are delivered in a flexible format ideal for working professionals with accelerated coursework and six start dates each year.
Now accepting applications for the May 15, 2023 start.
Now enrolling:
| Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Class End Date | Term Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring I | 1/27/25 | 1/5/25 | 1/8/25 | 1/17/25 | 1/22/25 | 3/16/25 | 7 weeks |
| Spring II | 3/24/25 | 3/2/25 | 3/5/25 | 3/14/25 | 3/19/25 | 5/11/25 | 7 weeks |
| Summer I | 5/19/25 | 4/27/25 | 4/30/25 | 5/9/25 | 5/14/25 | 7/6/25 | 7 weeks |
| Summer II | 7/14/25 | 6/22/25 | 6/24/25 | 7/3/25 | 7/9/25 | 8/31/25 | 7 weeks |
| Fall I | 9/8/25 | 8/17/25 | 8/20/25 | 8/29/25 | 9/3/25 | 10/26/25 | 7 weeks |
| Fall II | 11/3/25 | 10/12/25 | 10/15/25 | 10/24/25 | 10/29/25 | 12/21/25 | 7 weeks |
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Admissions
Review the admission criteria for our online nursing administration certificate.
We've streamlined the admission process for the post master’s certificate in nursing administration online program to help you get started right away. Please read the admission requirements, including what additional materials you need and where you should send them.
The requirements include:
- MSN from an accredited institution
- RN license, valid and unencumbered
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Resume
You must meet the following requirements for admission to the Post Master’s Nursing Administration Certificate online:
- Submit online application and $50 application fee
- Resume
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree with official graduate nursing transcripts
- An active, unencumbered RN license in the state where you practice
- Currently employed as an RN
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
Official transcripts and other documents should be sent from the granting institutions to:
Email address: [email protected]
Mail address:
Office of Graduate Admissions & Enrollment ServicesMorrison Hall 102
300 Pompton Road
Wayne, NJ 07470
Courses
Take a look at the Post Master’s Nursing Administration Certificate curriculum.
For the Post Master’s Nursing Administration Certificate online, you must complete 22 credit hours and 170 clinical hours. The total number of credit hours needed and the time to completion may be less, depending on the specific courses taken in the prior master’s program. Courses needed will be evaluated on an individual basis during the admission process.
*Students without pre-requisite foundation courses may require additional credits.
