| 1. | Utilize/apply the concepts, theories and principles of nursing science |
| 2. | Demonstrate advance competence in practice of nursing |
| 3. | Practice as a nurse specialist. |
| 4. | Demonstrate leadership qualities and function effectively as nurse educator and manager. |
| 5. | Demonstrate skill in conducting nursing research, interpreting and utilizing the findings from health related research. |
| 6. | Establish collaborative relationship with members of other disciplines |
| 7. | Demonstrate interest in continued learning for personal and professional advancement. |