1. Demonstrate competence in the integration of nursing and the related sciences required to
analyze, design, implement, and evaluate aggregate outcomes of nursing care in diverse
populations. (Essentials*1,2)
2. Analyze and apply research outcomes in the practice setting, resolve practice outcomes across
healthcare environments and communicate results intended to advance clinical practice.
(Essentials * 1,4)
3. Demonstrate competence in the application and determination of appropriate health care
informatics and emergent technologies designed to improve health care outcomes. (Essentials
* 5)
4. Advocate for policies and contribute to the development of policies that lead to improved
health outcomes for populations and improvement of the quality of the healthcare system.
(Essentials * 3, 6, 7)
5. Demonstrate competence in the leadership, communication, collaboration, and consultation
skills required to advance interprofessional teams and partnerships and provide quality and
safe care. (Essentials * 3, 7, 8)
6. Apply evidence-based advanced clinical decision making to deliver ethical, culturally
competent care to individuals, families, and populations. (Essentials* 8)
7. Demonstrate an advanced level of understanding of nursing and relevant sciences as well as
the ability to integrate and translate this knowledge into practice in order to promote positive
health care outcomes for individuals, populations, or systems. (Essentials* 1, 8, 9)

AACN Essentials of Master’s Education in Nursing (2021)