Nursing Specialties
This section includes shared specialty content used across multiple nursing programs at the Hahn School of Nursing and Health Science. These pages provide additional context on specialty populations, clinical focus areas, and advanced practice roles that support more than one degree pathway.
For complete program details, including admissions requirements, curriculum, and application steps, please visit the corresponding program page.
Nurse Practitioner Specialty Tracks
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Specialty Populations of Interest
The Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist program is the primary CNS degree pathway at the University of San Diego. Students gain advanced clinical preparation to care for adolescent, adult, and older adult populations while developing expertise as clinicians, educators, consultants, and leaders.
Within the AGCNS program, students may focus their learning in Specialty Populations of Interest. Population-specific content is intentionally embedded within existing AGCNS coursework and clinical experiences, providing added depth and specialty-relevant knowledge without increasing program length, credit hours, or clinical requirements. Through integrated learning activities, aligned clinical placements, and scholarly work, students develop focused expertise while remaining fully aligned with the LACE model and eligible for Adult-Gerontology CNS certification and licensure.
Military and Veteran Students
The University of San Diego is proud to support active-duty service members, veterans and military-connected students pursuing advanced nursing education. Whether you are transitioning from military to civilian practice, balancing service commitments or planning your next professional step, USD offers resources designed to help you succeed academically and professionally.
Learn more about military and veteran benefits, support services and educational pathways available through the Hahn School of Nursing and Health Science.
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