Neonatal Clinical Nurse Specialist Online

• 49-53 credit hours
• Clinical practicum at a physical location
• Hands-on training in Virginia Beach

In certain courses, you will be required to travel to ODU's Virginia Beach campus (usually once in the semester) for training or testing. The final, demonstrated comprehensive exam must also be completed in Virginia Beach.

Access course materials online from any location. Some courses have live, online meetings (usually on Thursday mornings), while some courses do not. Instructors also may schedule assignments, office hours, and exams at specific times. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

Clinical practicums are completed at a physical location and are negotiated on an individual basis.

In certain courses, you will be required to visit ODU's Virginia Beach campus (usually only once in the semester) for training and/or testing with standardized patients or simulation instruction. The final, demonstrated comprehensive exam also must be completed in Virginia Beach.

As a CNS with specialized training in neonatal care, you will be prepared to work in a wide variety of health care settings, ensuring the use of best practices and evidence-based care to achieve the best possible patient outcomes. Our MSN graduates find careers in areas such as:

• Clinical leadership
• Administration
• Public or military health care
• Public policy 
• Research

Keep in mind that nursing board requirements may vary by state.

Rates are effective Summer 2022 and subject to change.
* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.