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July 19, 2006

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South University Launches Master of Science in Nursing Degree Online

Program Offers Nurses Flexible Option to Work Around Demanding Schedules

SAVANNAH, Ga. – July 19, 2006 – South University is launching a master of science in nursing degree (MSN), the institution's fourth graduate degree offered online. The new degree program is designed for the registered nurse who already has a BSN degree and is interested in Nursing education.

The new master's degree program consists of 12 courses totaling 48 quarter hours enabling students to complete the program in just 10 quarters. Students complete courses during five-and-one-half week sessions with the program featuring integrated practical experiences, a practicum in nursing education, and a final project to learning outcomes. The online degree program permits those individuals working full-time to continue their education while meeting their demanding schedules.

"The Master of Science in Nursing program is designed for current nurses who want to pursue more advanced positions in today's challenging health care environment," said John T. South, III., chancellor of South University. "With the South University Master of Science in Nursing degree online, nurses can continue to work full time and attend classes on a convenient schedule that will enable them to pursue a graduate education."

The MSN degree program at South University will enhance the knowledge of current registered nurses, develop clinical teaching skills and will provide them with the opportunity to learn to utilize research in the nursing practice. The program blends nursing theory with advanced practice concepts necessary to successfully work within the structure, culture and mission of almost any size healthcare organization or educational setting.

The new program will develop an advanced level of clinical knowledge for practice that provides consumers with primary, secondary, and/or tertiary health care. In addition, it will prepare current nurses for roles in education, whether it be in academe, institutional education or patient education.

The new degree does not require campus residency. Students can take all of their classes online and attend class anytime – day or night. "Nurses work demanding schedules and providing them flexible options to pursue a master's degree is absolutely critical," said South.

While the primary focus of the new degree program is on education, students will benefit from advance practice core requirements including advanced nursing concepts, pathophysiology, research and theory.

South University is a private academic institution dedicated to providing educational opportunities for the intellectual, social and professional development of a diverse student population. South University offers educational programs at the associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels with campuses located in Savannah, Ga., Columbia, S.C., Tampa and West Palm Beach, Fla. and Montgomery, Ala. Visit South University online at: www.southuniversity.edu. For more information about South University's online programs, call 1-888-444-3404 or visit http://online.southuniversity.edu.

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