Program Details
Union University offers a 16-month Master of Science in Nursing focusing on Nursing Education to prepare educators for a variety of roles. Graduates of this program can fulfill roles in staff development, patient education, and in schools and colleges.
The RN to MSN option allows Registered Nurses without a bachelor’s degree in nursing or with a bachelor’s degree in another field to directly pursue their MSN degree online. Core coursework prepares students for graduate-level studies in areas including anatomy and physiology, microbiology, and pathophysiology. A Nursing Education residency allows students to showcase their skills and knowledge and gain experience in a real-world environment.
Coursework in the master’s level of the online Nursing Education program includes:
- Educational strategies in advanced nursing practice
- Clinical strategies for nurse educators
- Educational assessment and evaluation processes
- Role development and collaborative strategies in advanced nursing practice
% Online
100% OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
School Accreditation & Licensing
Union University is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Some CollegeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Application Requirements
Criminal Background Check, Interview, Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent
Additional Info
- Associate of Science or diploma in nursing
- Clean drug screen
- Current unencumbered Tennessee or compact state RN licensure