Healthcare and Nursing Administration at SIUE
The Healthcare and Nursing Administration (HCNA) program in SIUE's School of Nursing prepares nurses for entry into management positions in healthcare organizations, and refines the skills of experienced nurse managers to mentor them for executive-level positions. The online program includes 315 practicum hours.
Out-of-state students applying for this program are strongly encouraged to discuss clinical requirements with the assistant dean of graduate programs. Clinical arrangements are not able to be made in all states. For more information, visit our professional licensure disclosure webpage.
Degrees Available at SIUE
- Master of Science, Healthcare and Nursing Administration (HCNA)
Certificate
Undergraduate to Graduate Nursing Options
Qualified SIUE nursing students can apply to enroll in graduate-level courses during the following undergraduate programs:
What can I do with a degree in healthcare and nursing administration?
Graduates of the HCNA program are prepared to guide and lead other nurses by becoming managers, leaders or executives in a variety of healthcare settings. Graduates will collaborate with other healthcare professionals to help transform patient care and improve outcomes.