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$50 application fee (waived w/promo Fall19)
With FlexPath, you can earn your MSN in 12 months and under $11,000.*
*Based on the fastest 10% of students. Your program length and cost will vary by transfer credits, the per-session cost, and how quickly you complete courses. Books, supplies, and other fees apply.
MSN in Care Coordination program highlights
Reduce your tuition by $3,000
Enroll in a qualified program, apply for a $3K scholarship, and meet the eligibility requirements.
Flexible
To meet the needs of your busy life, we offer two competency-based
online learning formats—GuidedPath and FlexPath.
Professional partnerships
More than 600 organizations—including corporations, health care
organizations, and community colleges—invest in their employees by
recommending Capella education programs.
Industry aligned
This program is aligned to AACN standards and around CMSA standards,
and integrates the PCMH model of care.
96% of Nursing alumni are satisfied with their Capella education.
Source: Alumni Outcomes Survey, 2017-2018
Practicum experience
Our integrated capstone and practice immersion allows you to work
with an organization to solve real-world care coordination
challenges.
Cost & learning formats
A more structured learning format with an active peer community and
faculty guidance. We’ll set the schedule, you meet the
deadlines.
- Based on the quarter system; 1-3 courses per 10-week quarter
- 1 semester credit = 1.5 quarter credits
- Weekly assignments and courseroom discussions
- Pay for what you take, price varies by courseload or term
$18,270–$23,490*
MAX TRANSFER CREDITS–TYPICAL TRANSFER CREDITS
$435 per credit,
54 total quarter credits,
12 max transfer credits
Our self-paced learning format lets you take courses at your own
speed, moving onto the next course when you're ready.
- Take unlimited courses (up to two at a time) per 12-week billing session
- 2 Capella quarter credits = 1 program point
- Set your own deadlines, no courseroom discussions
- Pay a flat tuition fee per session*
$8,100–$18,900*
ACCELERATED PACE–TYPICAL PACE
$2,700 per 12-week billing session,
27 total program points,
6 max transfer points
*This is only an estimate, using general program
pricing. Your price may be higher or lower depending on
your specialization, transfer credits, tuition discounts, and (in
FlexPath) the speed at which you move through the program. Fees,
including application fees and resource kits, are not included in
this estimate. The GuidedPath prices show the tuition you would pay
if you brought in the average number of transfer credits or the
maximum allowed transfer credits. The FlexPath prices show the
tuition you would pay if you brought in an average number of
transfer credits and you moved at the speed of a typical FlexPath
student or as quickly as the fastest FlexPath students (90th
percentile). New or recently revised programs base their estimate on
comparable programs. Military Tuition Assistance (TA) is not
available for FlexPath.
Get the details
Speak with an enrollment counselor to get a personalized cost estimate for what you can expect to pay.
“I chose FlexPath because it was a flexible program that allowed me to work at a faster pace and be in control of my assignment due dates. It provided me the ability to work full time and attend school full time, without them interfering with each other.”
Stefanie Smoot*, MSN
*Actual Capella student who agreed to appear in our promotional materials.
Ways to save
At Capella, we believe your education is an investment in your future. It’s also an investment within your grasp. Your goals are achievable—there are more ways to save than you might think.
Prior learning assessment
Earn credits by demonstrating your knowledge and/or industry certifications through our Prior Learning Assessment process.
Employer & association discounts
If your employer or organization is a partner with Capella, you may be eligible for a tuition discount.
MSN in Care Coordination sample courses
Our competency-based MSN in Care Coordination program is shaped by
industry leaders to examine the evolution of care coordination, its
relevance in population health, care coordination structure and
leadership, and emerging health care models.
| MSN6610 |
Introduction to Care Coordination
In this course, learners examine the importance of nurses' contributions to coordinating patient care and the nurse's role in coordinating care for diverse populations in varied settings. Learners identify essential members of the patient care team needed for interprofessional collaboration and assess how the current health care climate is shaping the future. In addition, learners evaluate care coordination plans and outcomes according to performance measures and professional standards as well as develop patient assessments based on current legislation, policies, and evidence-based research. Only learners with an RN license can register for this course. |
4 quarter credits |
|---|---|---|
| MSN6612 * |
Health Care Models Used in Care Coordination
Learners in this course examine how health care models are incorporated into the larger framework of clinical care oversight. Learners analyze the role of informatics in nursing care coordination and the ways in which client information is collected and used to influence health outcomes. Learners also identify the ways in which care coordination can support cost efficiency, promote quality of care, and affect positive health outcomes. Only learners with an RN license can register for this course. Prerequisite(s): MSN6610. |
4 quarter credits |
| MSN6614 * |
Structure and Process in Care Coordination
Learners in this course gain and demonstrate knowledge of the various
care coordination components, including client selection criteria,
communication methodologies, clinical team development, assessment
tools, care plan and profile development, cultural considerations,
data structuring for reporting, and clinical efficiency. Learners
examine the responsibilities of the nurse care coordinator to the
client prior to the implementation of the care plan and during the
care coordination process. Learners evaluate successful strategies for
interviewing and organizing information around client health, goal
setting, efficient clinical oversight, technological support, and data
formatting.
Only learners with an RN license can register for this
course. Prerequisite(s): MSN6610.
|
4 quarter credits |
| MSN6618 |
Leadership in Care Coordination
Learners in this course propose a project for change in a care
coordination setting, aligning care coordination resources with
community health care needs. Learners apply project management best
practices to affect ethical practice and support positive health
outcomes in the delivery of safe, culturally competent care in
compliance with applicable regulatory requirements. In addition,
learners identify ways in which the care coordinator leader supports
collaboration between key stakeholders in the care coordination process.
Only learners with an RN license can register for this course.
|
4 quarter credits |
| MSN6616 * |
Ethical and Legal Considerations in Care Coordination
In this course, learners examine the care coordination process in
relation to confidentiality and client privacy, management of consents
for health care, client rights in the care coordination process,
terminations of care coordination management, and the importance of
clinical team collaboration and communication. Learners navigate the
process of aligning limited resources with client needs and gain an
understanding of the balance required between cost effectiveness and
conscious stewardship. Throughout the course, learners demonstrate an
understanding of the importance of cultural literacy with regard to
client health care considerations.
Only learners with an RN license can register for this
course. Prerequisite(s): MSN6610.
|
4 quarter credits |
What you’ll learn
Our online MSN in Care Coordination will prepare you to determine efficient, effective care coordination approaches and lead their implementation.
- Leadership
- Evidence-based decision making
- Care management structures
- Technology integration
- Informatics applications
- Legal & ethical standards
Faculty & support
You’re never going it alone at Capella. Our dedicated faculty and support teams are waiting to guide, help, and
advise you through every step of your educational journey.
Faculty
Our courses are taught by distinguished faculty members who hold top credentials and have hands-on expertise in their fields. They know what you need to know today.
Advisors
Advisors know the details of your program. Got questions about courses? Instructors? Resources? Advisors have answers.
Financial aid counselors
Our team knows how to run the numbers and help find ways to save on costs.
Capstone mentors
For the culminating project of your doctoral degree, you’ll be paired with a mentor who can support and assist you along the way.
Accredited & recognized
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation and recognitions provide the assurance we meet
standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services, and
fiscal stability. See all of our accreditations and recognitions.
The BSN, MSN, and DNP programs at Capella University are
accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
Chart your nursing success
MSN in Care Coordination professional paths
Here are just some of the career paths to explore with an MSN in Care
Coordination.
Related job titles to explore*
- Care Coordinator
- Nurse Educator
- Case Manager
- Nursing Director/Manager/Coordinator
- Care Manager
Employment settings to explore
- Hospital
- Health insurance company
- Ambulatory care office
- Nursing care facilities
- Home health care agency
- Community or technical college
- Land-based or online college or university
- Government - local, state, federal
*These are examples intended to serve as a general guide. Some
positions may prefer or even require previous experience, licensure,
certifications, and/or other designations along with a degree. Because
many factors determine what position an individual may attain, Capella
cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific job title, a
promotion, salary increase, or other career outcome. We encourage you
to research requirements for your job target and career goals.
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