Post-Master’s Nursing Informatics Certificate Online

Stand out as an indispensable nurse leader when you add computer science knowledge to your MSN foundation. Earn this certificate to use information technology and data to enhance your healthcare practice.

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Program Overview

Prepare to administer top-quality patient care with the post-master's certificate nursing informatics

Stay current with emerging technical trends to continuously improve patient care. The online Post-Master's Nursing Informatics Certificate program equips MSN-prepared RNs to become the vital link between clinical care and technology implementation while remaining compliant with laws and standards.

The CCNE-accredited post-master's certificate in nursing informatics will develop your competency using artificial intelligence and informatics tools such as electronic health records (EHRs), clinical decision support systems (CDSS), and health information exchange (HIE) platforms. You will focus on enhancing your leadership and project management skills, preparing to manage teams and projects across diverse wellness settings. Your online courses and in-person practicum hours will provide practical, hands-on opportunities to use your new abilities to address real-world challenges.

Learning Outcomes

Understand the core principles of health informatics, including the integration of nursing science, computer science, and information science
Utilize various informatics tools, including electronic health records (EHRs), clinical decision support systems (CDSS), and health information exchange (HIE) platforms to enhance patient care
Implement health informatics projects, including planning, executing, and evaluating health information systems within diverse healthcare settings
Understand the ethical, legal, and regulatory issues related to health informatics, ensuring the privacy, confidentiality, and security of health information while adhering to applicable laws and standards
Evaluate and innovate health informatics practices, staying current with emerging technologies and trends to continuously improve healthcare delivery and outcomes

Understand the core principles of health informatics, including the integration of nursing science, computer science, and information science
Utilize various informatics tools, including electronic health records (EHRs), clinical decision support systems (CDSS), and health information exchange (HIE) platforms to enhance patient care
Implement health informatics projects, including planning, executing, and evaluating health information systems within diverse healthcare settings
Understand the ethical, legal, and regulatory issues related to health informatics, ensuring the privacy, confidentiality, and security of health information while adhering to applicable laws and standards
Evaluate and innovate health informatics practices, staying current with emerging technologies and trends to continuously improve healthcare delivery and outcomes

Informatics Career Opportunities

Clinical Analyst
Informatics Nurse Consultant
Nursing Informatics Specialist
Clinical Informatics Manager
Director of Clinical Informatics

Clinical Analyst
Informatics Nurse Consultant
Nursing Informatics Specialist
Clinical Informatics Manager
Director of Clinical Informatics

Total Tuition $15,620*

Duration As few as 12 months

Credit Hours 18

Accreditation

The baccalaureate degree, master's degree, Doctor of Nursing Practice degree, and post-graduate certificate programs in nursing at St. Thomas University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.

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Tuition

Details about your tuition and payment options

Tuition for the Post-Master's Nursing Informatics Certificate online program is the same for in-state and out-of-state students and can be paid by the course. The total tuition is inclusive of all fees, including a technology fee for each course and lab fees for specific nursing courses. Tuition costs are subject to change at any time.

Program	Per Credit Hour	Per 3 Hour Credit Course	Per Program
Post-Master’s Nursing Informatics Certificate	$605	$1,890	$15,620*

Tuition breakdown:

Total Tuition $15,620*

Per Credit Hour $605

Calendar

Use these online program dates to plan your academic journey

The Post-Master's Nursing Informatics Certificate online program is delivered in an online format ideal for working professionals, conveniently featuring multiple start dates each year. Choose the start date that's best for you.

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Class Starts 3/14/26

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Admissions

Follow these steps for nursing informatics post-master's certificate online program admission

Our very reasonable admission requirements allow students from diverse nursing backgrounds greater access to the Post-Master's Nursing Informatics Certificate online program. You must possess an unencumbered RN license, a master's degree in nursing, and submit transcripts from all institutions previously attended. Only students currently residing in Florida and Georgia can enter this program.

Admission Requirements:

Free Application
3.0 cumulative GPA
Active RN License

Admission Requirements:

The following are required for admission to the Post-Master's Nursing Informatics Certificate online program:

Completed free application
MSN in any nursing field
3.0 GPA from an accredited degree granting institution
Active and unencumbered Florida or Georgia nursing license

Official transcripts can be sent to St. Thomas University through Parchment and National Student Clearinghouse. Unofficial transcripts and other documents can be uploaded via your Admissions Portal or emailed to [email protected].

Courses

Review the post-master's certificate in nursing informatics online courses

For the Post-Master's Nursing Informatics Certificate online program, you must complete eight core courses for a total of 24 credit hours.

Courses in this program are seven weeks long. Courses during the two summer terms, however, are six weeks long.

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Core Courses

Students will take the following courses.

NUR 512: Role to Transition to Advanced Practice Nursing

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks

Credit Hours: 3

This course will provide a forum for the student to examine the roles of the advanced practice nurse. The content will include professional practice issues for the advanced practice nurse, working independently and collaborating with other health care professionals within the multidisciplinary/multiagency team. This course will also look at the scope of practice, professional responsibilities, informatics, and financial aspects of advanced practice.

Learning Outcomes

Articulate marketing and negotiating strategies to promote acceptance of the advance practice nurse within the practice management system.
Investigate ethical issues and the cope of practice that governs the advanced practice nurse in Florida and/or other states.
Evaluate the interprofessional collaborative healthcare team function of the Advanced Practice Nurse.

NUR 601: Health Promotion & Disease Prevention

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks

Credit Hours: 3

This course explores nursing as an art and science in the areas of health promotion and disease prevention, as well as explores strategies how to effectively apply culturally and environmentally sensitive interventions. The course serves as the foundation to develop further assessment skills to sharpen the knowledge base of the advanced practice nurse in promoting health and preventing acute and chronic diseases. Throughout the course, the student will enhance the knowledge to translate relevant clinical guidelines and evidenced-based research into evidenced based practice to promote health and prevent chronic health problems.

Learning Outcomes

Critically evaluate health maintenance/health promotion situations in clients across the life span.
Employ evidence-based guidelines to identify and prevent significant healthcare problems affecting populations at risk.
Advocate for cultural sensitivity and culturally competent care that respects a person's right to be understood as a unique individual.

NUR 515: Introduction to Nursing Informatics

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks

Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to the field of Nursing Informatics, focusing on the integration of nursing science, computer science, and information science to manage and communicate data, information, knowledge, and wisdom in nursing practice. Students will explore the role of informatics in improving patient care, enhancing clinical decision-making, and supporting evidence-based practice.

NUR 516: Implementation & Evaluation in Health Informatics

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks

Credit Hours: 3

This course provides an in-depth understanding of the principles and practices involved in the implementation and evaluation of health informatics systems. Students will explore the methodologies and tools used to plan, execute, and assess health informatics projects. The course covers topics such as system design, project management, data analysis, and the evaluation of health information systems' impact on healthcare delivery and outcomes.

NUR 517: Interoperability & Workflow

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks

Credit Hours: 3

This course delves into the critical aspects of interoperability and workflow within the realm of health informatics. Students will explore the principles, standards, and practices that enable seamless data exchange and integration across diverse healthcare systems. The course emphasizes the importance of interoperability in enhancing clinical workflows, improving patient outcomes, and supporting evidence-based decision-making.

NUR 518: Data Management & Analytics

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks

Credit Hours: 3

This course provides an in-depth exploration of data management and analytics within the context of nursing informatics, with a special focus on the integration of artificial intelligence (AI). Students will learn to manage, analyze, and interpret healthcare data to improve patient outcomes and healthcare delivery. The course covers data collection, storage, and retrieval, as well as advanced analytics techniques, including AI-driven decision support systems. Emphasis is placed on practical applications of AI in nursing informatics, ethical considerations, and the future of AI in health

NUR 522: Health IT Practicum

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks

Credit Hours: 3

This practicum course provides students with hands-on experience in the implementation and management of health information technology (HIT) systems within healthcare settings. Students will apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios, working under the guidance of experienced preceptors. The course emphasizes the development of practical skills in HIT project management, system integration, data analysis, and the evaluation of HIT solutions to improve patient care and healthcare delivery. 90 practicum hours will be completed in this course.

NUR 524: Capstone Synthesis Practicum

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks

Credit Hours: 3

This capstone synthesis practicum course provides students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills acquired throughout the MSN Informatics program in a real-world setting. Students will engage in professional activities and develop a culminating project that demonstrates their ability to integrate theory, principles, and concepts related to nursing informatics. The course emphasizes the enhancement of nursing practice and the promotion of positive social change through the application of informatics solutions. 90 practicum hours will be completed in this course.

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*The total tuition is inclusive of all fees, including a technology fee for each course and lab fees for specific courses. Tuition costs are subject to change at any time.

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