Graduate Programs That Accommodates You

The School of Graduate and Professional Studies at Washington Adventist University accommodates the demanding schedules of working adult students. Instructors are experienced professionals and leaders in both the MBA and Nursing Administration disciplines in the nation’s capital. The condensed program format allows students to complete their master’s degree in as little as 12 to 24 months.

Master of Science in Nursing Education (MSN-Ed)

A Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) is an advanced-level Postgraduate degree for Registered Nurses that prepares a nurse to seek a career as a Nurse Administrator, Health Policy expert, or a Clinical nurse leader and can also be used as a prerequisite for doctorate-level nursing education. This graduate-level degree focuses on one or more of many different advanced nursing specialties such as acute care, adult, family, geriatrics, neonatal, palliative care, pediatric, psychiatric, Obstetrics and Gynecological Nursing, etc.

Master of Science in Nursing & Business Leadership (MSNBL)

This career changing degree will provide you with a cutting edge education that will launch you to new levels of success and satisfaction. Having a combined educational background of both Master of Science in Nursing and an emphasis in business leadership will provide graduates with the advanced leadership skills necessary for advancement in today’s health care field. Designed to accommodate the needs of working adult students, this condensed program allows students to complete the masters degree in as little as 18 months while attending classes two nights per week.

Master of Business Administration

A Master of Business Administration (MBA) provides advanced business theory and practices. Students complete a balanced curriculum of 12 courses that provide opportunities to develop advanced business skills that are current and applicable to real-world business situations.

Master of Arts in Health Care Administration

The Master of Arts in Health Care Administration (MAHCA) provides the knowledge required for senior managerial and planning work in health services. Students complete a curriculum of 12 courses that provide opportunities to develop advanced business skills that are current and applicable to real-world business situations.

Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology

(39 hours: Non-licensure program)

The M.A. degree in Counseling Psychology prepares the student to function as a counseling psychologist under the supervision of a licensed psychologist.

Master of Arts in Professional Counseling Psychology

(60 hours: LCPC program)

The M.A. degree in Professional Counseling Psychology prepares the student to be a counseling psychologist and to operate a psychology practice. The student will be eligible to take the State of Maryland licensure exam upon completion of the degree and 2000 hours of supervised clinical experience.

Master of Public Administration

The Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree provides advanced public administration theory and practice. Students complete a curriculum of 11 courses that provide opportunities to develop advanced business skills that are current and applicable to real-world business stations.

Master of Arts in Religion

The Master of Arts in Religion degree prepares pastors, lay church workers, and para-church workers with graduate level training that will hone the skills needed for effective ministry leadership. The program focuses on biblical exegesis and academic excellence, interpersonal ministry, service ministry, spiritual development, and ethical leadership.