2011-2012 University Catalog 
  
2011-2012 University Catalog

Forensic Nursing Graduate Certificate


Banner Code:  HH-CERG-FRNN

Unit: School of Nursing 

This program provides advanced education at the graduate level to students who are actively involved or wish to pursue a career in forensic nursing. The certificate will provide the educational requirements for certification as a sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE) through the International Association of Forensic Nurses (IFAN) and as a certified forensic nurse through the American College of Forensic Examiners (ACFE).

Application Requirements

Applicants must meet the admissions standards and application requirements specified in the Admission  chapter of the catalog and apply using the online Application for Graduate Admission. The application process is competitive, and applications are considered for the fall and spring semesters. For application deadlines and detailed application requirements please refer to Graduate Application Database.

Certificate Requirements


Applicants must have a current nursing license and a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education. Courses are open to other graduate students, with the exception of NURS 734, which requires students to have a current nursing license.

Candidates must have 15 graduate credits and a minimum GPA of 3.00 in course work, with no more than 3 credits with a grade of C to earn the certificate.

Required Courses


Total: 15 credits