Nursing Administrative Leadership (Post-Baccalaureate Certificate)

Next Level Caring: Become a Nurse Leader.

The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Nursing Administrative Leadership is a dynamic way for nursing professionals to gain upward mobility in the healthcare environment. This certificate allows nurses to gain exposure to concepts that will help them grow as nurse leaders and make them stronger candidates for promotion in the workplace.

All of the post-baccalaureate certificate program courses can be applied to the complete MSN program in Nursing Administrative Leadership, provided that the student meets all criteria and is admitted to the MSN program.

Upcoming Term Start Dates

8/19/2025

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Top Reasons

Supportive Environment

This certificate provides a supportive learning environment with the goal of producing responsible and productive citizens who promote and advance the communities they serve.

Personal Touch

Through shared values and communal expectations, the faculty and support staff actively engage with students' growth as they pursue their academic goals.

Caring Faculty

The program faculty develop caring relationships within a positive and enriching environment that cares for the whole person.

Meet Our Mocs

Ernie Parani, APRN

Florida Southern College was the only in-person program which met my needs as a student. My experience was exceptional here. The in-person advisory meetings with faculty were invaluable and something you cannot get online. Completing the FNP program has allowed me to lead my own post-operative outpatient clinic. The group case studies helped me to become a better diagnostician and I am still building on that foundation today as a new APRN.

Ernie Parani, APRN

Kara Pinero, MSN, APRN, FNP-C

I chose Florida Southern for the intimate class size and for the impeccable reputation the school has within the community. I knew that I was going to be successful with my program and that my degree would be respected with my future employers. Not only did Florida Southern help me grow professionally, but I also grew on a personal level in ways that I never imagined. I have built lifelong relationships with not only my peers, but also with my faculty who continue to mentor me long after I have graduated. I am so thankful for the faculty at Florida Southern and I am extremely happy with my choice.

Kara Pinero, MSN, APRN, FNP-C

Laurel Lawerence, APRN

I enjoy the classroom environment, so I was looking for a program that was local and hands-on, with a schedule that was flexible enough to work and care for my family. The instructors had many years of real world clinical experience that was a valuable addition to learning the content and application to clinical practice. I enjoyed learning with my peers and have continued to keep in touch with many of them. As a prospective student, a positive attitude is essential in the success of completion. Believe that you can do this. The staff and educators are there to help you along your journey to meet the goal to further your education.

Laurel Lawerence, APRN

Samantha Rios

By earning my advanced degree, I have a better understanding of how to treat a condition, when to provide a referral and how to create a plan of patient care. As ARNPs, we are advancing our education so others can also be educated about their health. My peers were amazing. We built a solid team from Day One and looked forward to walking across that stage together.

Samantha Rios

Satoria Reid-Rowe, APRN, Family Practice

I chose FSC for my MSN program because of the location and flexibility of the schedule. I had great experiences with the professors and my classmates have become my friends. My advice to new students would be to manage your time well, communicate with your professors and put your all into the program. After graduating with my MSN, I went on to earn my DNP from Florida Southern as well.

Satoria Reid-Rowe, APRN, Family Practice

Colleen Wallace, MSN, NP-C

I transferred to Florida Southern College from another program because my previous school did not offer any support or guidance. I felt as if I were just a number there. When I attended the open house at Florida Southern, I could feel from the staff that they really cared about our success and would be there to support us from start to finish. Florida Southern is large enough to have all the services you want in a college but also still has that small town feel where everyone is friendly and helpful.

Colleen Wallace, MSN, NP-C

Mary Cornejo

Melissa Welch, MSN, APRN

After carefully reviewing many Nurse Practitioner programs, I chose FSC because it provided an in-person learning experience taught by highly skilled professors. I quickly learned that all of the staff cared about our success. As a student, I felt respected and genuinely cared for by each faculty member. The faculty is aware of the student-life balance and supported us emotionally and mentally. Each phase of the program is an adjustment, stay focused and know you can achieve anything you put your mind to. Please make sure your family and friends know that you need their love, support, and understanding. When you get overwhelmed, just know this is temporary and keep going. Trust in yourself!

Melissa Welch, MSN, APRN

Featured Faculty

Jeanne Jenkins

My teaching philosophy is based on the belief that learning should be student-centered. I encourage students to grow as individuals and to connect their learning and critical thinking skills to the world around them. I strive to be an active participant in the growth and well-being of individuals within my circle of influence while demonstrating integrity, respect, passion, empathy, caring and patience.

Program Details

Admission Requirements

Official transcripts of all academic work
BSN from a regionally-accredited institution and a CCNE, CNEA, or ACEN accredited nursing program
Record and submit three short videos (no more than 2 minutes each) answering the following prompts:
1. Where do you see yourself in five years as a nurse practitioner, nurse leader, or nurse educator?
2. Why is now the right time for you to begin a graduate nursing program?
3. Graduate school will put significant demands on your time, energy, and financial resources. What do you see as your most significant challenges for meeting the didactic and clinical requirements for the program?
Current Résumé
Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale on the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework.
Required prerequisite courses completed with a “C” or better: health assessment, nursing research or evidence-based practice, and statistics or biostatistics course.
Proof of current active licensure as a registered nurse in the state of Florida.
Personal interview may be required for eligible candidates
Completion of a criminal background check, proof of immunization, and ten-panel drug screen (if admitted)

Due to SEVIS guidelines, we cannot consider international students for this track due to the predominantly online delivery method.

Course Delivery

Online

Courses are offered in a flexible online format.

Curriculum

**Curriculum - 15 hours**
Course Number	Course Description
NUR 5250	Evidence Translation and Quality Improvement for Advanced Nursing Practice
NUR 5550	Complex Healthcare Systems Operations Management
NUR 5575	Human Capital Management
NUR 5600	Applied Healthcare Economics and Financial Management
NUR 5675	Strategic and Operational Planning in Healthcare

Program Costs

2024-2025:

Base Required Fees	Cost
Tuition per Credit Hour	$650
Technology fee per semester	$25 to $100

$250 Non-Refundable Enrollment Deposit (Upon acceptance and applied toward your first semester tuition balance)

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Adult & Grad Admissions

MSN and Post-Master's Nursing Virtual Information Session

Adult and Graduate

Dec 12 12:00 PM

Join us online to learn more about our MSN tracks as well as Post-Master's certificate opportunities. Hear from your program director and admission counselor to get your questions answered and get ready for your next steps in advancing your education and career!

Location: Online

Program Contact

Jeanne B. Jenkins, Ph.D., MSN, MBA, RN

Assistant Professor of Nursing and MSN Program Director

Blanton Nursing - 123

863.616.6479

Abbey Bonet, MSHE

Assistant Director of Adult and Graduate Admission

863.680.3090

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Nursing Administrative Leadership (Post-Baccalaureate Certificate)

Next Level Caring: Become a Nurse Leader.

Upcoming Term Start Dates

8/19/2025

Top Reasons

Supportive Environment

Personal Touch

Caring Faculty

Meet Our Mocs

Ernie Parani, APRN

Kara Pinero, MSN, APRN, FNP-C

Laurel Lawerence, APRN

Samantha Rios

Satoria Reid-Rowe, APRN, Family Practice

Colleen Wallace, MSN, NP-C

Mary Cornejo

Melissa Welch, MSN, APRN

Featured Faculty

Jeanne Jenkins

Program Details

Admission Requirements

Course Delivery

Curriculum

Program Costs

2024-2025:

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Adult and Graduate

Dec 12 12:00 PM

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