Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion

What you'll study

Coursework focuses on integrating leadership and nursing practice to lead and transform healthcare settings. Topics explicitly called out in the program materials include transformative leadership, collaborative leadership, systems leadership, and approaches to enhance population health. Instructional delivery uses virtual reality, video discussion, concept maps, demo videos and other technology‑driven tools. The program course codes listed are HSL-513, HSL-680, HSL-680P, HSL-682, HSL-682P, HSL-684, HSL-684P, HSL-686, and HSL-686P; full course descriptions and prerequisites are available in the IWU course catalog.

Entry requirements

The certificate is intended for learners who already possess a graduate degree in nursing. Transfer credits are not accepted for this certificate, and professional experience is not awarded for academic credit. The program does not require traditional clinicals; selected courses include practicum experiences to be completed in the student’s professional or an approved workplace setting.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared to pursue leadership positions within healthcare organizations. The program materials identify potential roles such as director of nursing, chief nurse executive, and nurse manager, and note applicability across various industries that employ nursing leaders.

Scholarships & funding angle

IWU indicates financial aid options including grants, loans, scholarships, veterans’ benefits, and employer reimbursement. Tuition is shown as 19 credit hours at $595 per credit hour; applicable fees for resources and services may be assessed separately and tuition rate is maintained with continuous enrollment. For questions, the financial aid office contact provided is IWUFinAid@indwes.edu or phone 765-677-2516.