Program Details
Nurse Educators can teach in a variety of settings from academic to clinical. The Master of Science in Nursing / Nurse Educator opens the door to better job opportunities, better pay, and personal satisfaction teaching the next generation of nurses.
Nurses learn theories of teaching and learning with this online Nurse Educator program. Students will develop their ability to plan, implement, and evaluate nursing curriculum. Graduates are eligible to earn national certification as a Certified Nurse Educator.
Courses cover topics including:
- Advanced assessment across the lifespan for the CNL/Nurse Educator
- Curriculum development and program evaluation in nursing
- Assessment and evaluation in nursing education
- Role development of the nurse educator
% Online
100% OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
School Accreditation & Licensing
South Dakota State University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)Application Requirements
Criminal Background Check, Interview, Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s)
Additional Info
- Must have a bachelor's degree in nursing from a CCNE or ACEN accredited nursing program, with an approved statistical methods course within the past 5 years
- Submit evidence of current RN licensure
- 1500 hours of documented nursing practice prior to first clinical course
- Complete compliance requirements: background check, FBI fingerprint, drug screen, Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, ACLS certification for FNP specialization, professional liability insurance, influenza vaccine, TB test