Master of Science in Nursing / Nursing Education
Georgia Southern University

Program Details

Nurses can prepare for an academic career with the Master of Science in Nursing focusing on Nursing Education. Students learn about the theory and practice of teaching and learning in nursing.

Courses teach students how to develop, implement, and evaluate curriculum and educational programs. Contemporary approaches including traditional, hybrid, and online formats are examined. A clinical component provides hands-on experience in the workplace.

Classes explore topics such as:

  • Pathophysiology and differential diagnosis
  • Advanced health assessment
  • Teaching strategies and methods in nursing education
  • Assessment, measurement, and evaluation in nursing education

% Online

100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

School Accreditation & Licensing

Georgia Southern University is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s)

Additional Info

  • Bachelor's of Science in Nursing required from an accredited institution
  • Current RN license required
  • Prerequisite statistics course required
  • Must submit proof of current malpractice liability insurance, American Heart Association Level C CPR certification, and School of Nursing Student Health Appraisal forms