The Graduate Entry major is designed for the person who holds a bachelor's degree, who is not yet a registered nurse (RN), but who desires to become a RN. The curriculum includes theory classes prepared by the graduate faculty of the University of Toledo College of Nursing, as well as clinical experiences with patients in state-of-the-art heath care facilities. The master's preparation positions graduates for immediate entry into exciting positions in hospitals or clinics, and also provides an opportunity to continue graduate study. Graduates of the program are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN and may decide to pursue a graduate certificate to enter an advanced practice role as a nurse practitioner, or they may opt to pursue a doctor of nursing practice (DNP) or doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) degree.

• PLO 1. Synthesize theories, concepts, and research in nursing, bio-psychosocial sciences, and humanities as the basis for evidence based practice;\\n
• PLO 2. Integrate nursing knowledge and skills in designing and implementing care to individuals and populations with diverse life experiences, perspectives and backgrounds;\\n
• PLO 3. Engage in scholarly inquiry to advance the profession of nursing and healthcare; \\n
• PLO 4. Engage in leadership strategies that contribute to the improvement of health care delivery and influence health care policy; and \\n
• PLO 5. Design strategies to promote lifelong learning to incorporate professional nursing standards and accountability for practice.