A nurse wants to become a specialist in public health nursing. Which educational requirement will the nurse have to obtain?

A) A baccalaureate degree in nursing
B) Preparation at the basic entry level
C) The same level of education as the community health nurse
D) A graduate level education with a focus in public health science

Public Health Nursing

Nursing specialty that requires the nurse to care for the needs of populations or groups.

Graduate Level Education

Advanced academic programs beyond the undergraduate level that include master's and doctoral studies, often focusing on specialized knowledge or research skills.

Baccalaureate Degree

An undergraduate academic degree awarded by colleges and universities upon completion of a course of study lasting three to seven years.