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The Nurse Educator Certificate requires 12 semester hours of study and can be completed in three to four semesters. The streamlined format allows students to balance coursework with their schedules while gaining essential knowledge in curriculum design and learner support. The online certificate prepares nurses for the role of nurse educator with competencies in three educational areas: academic educator, staff educator, and patient educator.

Application Process

Application to the MS(N) Program requires an 

Curriculum

Required courses are laid out in five to six semesters, depending on program start date. Nursing Leadership Curriculum   

The Courses

Requires 120 total hours; a combination of Liberal Studies, Business Core, and general elective hours.

All Degree Requirements & Courses

The Process

Admissions for online is similar to our in person programs.

Visit the Graduate School’s Distance Tuition and Fees page for current cost information. Admitted ²õ³Ù³Ü»å±ð²Ô³Ù²õ are required to be computer literate and either own or have regular access to a computer, high-speed Internet access, and video capability. Additional expenses include textbooks at approximately $800 per year. 

Program Requirements

Degree Requirements: The Nurse Educator Certificate requires 12 semesters hours of coursework. New students are admitted for the Fall or Spring semesters. The online certificate prepares nurses for the role of nurse educator with competencies in three educational areas: academic educator, staff educator, and patient educator.

Required courses are laid out in five to six semesters, depending on start date:

NE Certificate Curriculum

Spring Semester	Summer Semester	Fall Semester
NSG 651 Teaching and Learning in Nursing Education (3 credit hours)	NSG 653 Test and Measurement (3 credit hours)   NSG 687 Practicum in Nursing Education (2 credit hours with 120 clock hours) May also be taken in the Fall semester	NSG 652 Curriculum Development (3 credit hours)   NSG 687 Practicum in Nursing Education (2 credit hours with 120 clock hours) May also be taken in the Summer semester

These are the courses required to complete the Nurse Educator Certificate.

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