Master Of Science In Nursing
While registered nurses may be able to focus on pediatric care in their work, earning a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) allows students to focus on a specialty area. Individuals who wish to become advanced practice nurses and specifically care for children and infants may become pediatric nurse practitioners (PNPs).
Applicants to a MSN program must either have a BSN. They may register in a 4-year BSN program or, if they have a diploma or associate degree, enter a 'bridge' program. Examples of bridge degree programs are LPN-BSN,LVN-RN, RN-MSN or ADN-MSN.