Post-Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education
Western Carolina University

Program Details

The online Post-Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education program from Western Carolina University prepares students for the role of nurse educator with competencies in three educational areas:

  • ​Academic Educator
  • Staff Educator
  • Patient Educator

Coursework explores topics in teaching/learning, curriculum development, testing and measurement, and more.

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100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

School Accreditation & Licensing

Western Carolina University is accredited by:

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

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent

Additional Info

  • Minimum of one year of clinical experience as a registered nurse within the last five years