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Nurse Educator

Online Graduate Certificate

Elevate Your Nursing Career

Consider advancing your nursing career with the 13-credit hour Nurse Educator certificate, a non-degree-seeking option designed for nurses holding an MSN, DNP, or PhD in Nursing.

This program offers a post-master’s certificate in nursing education, providing additional formal preparation crucial for success in the nurse educator role.

To explore the Nurse Educator Certificate Plan of Study and take the next step in your career, download the detailed plan to guide you through this enriching educational experience.

Download the Nurse Educator Certificate Plan of Study

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Comprehensive Curriculum

The certificate program includes courses that cover essential activities integral to the nurse educator role. From educating student nurses to guiding patients, families, staff nurses, and other direct patient care providers, the curriculum prepares nurses comprehensively.

Certification Opportunities

Upon completion of the coursework, graduates become eligible to sit for the Certified Nurse Educator (CNE®) examination offered by the National League for Nursing. Achieving this certification not only validates one's capabilities but also establishes nursing education as a specialized practice area.

Teaching Expertise

The academic nurse educator certification allows graduates to showcase their expertise in nursing education. This recognition as a specialty practice area enhances faculty members' ability to demonstrate their proficiency in educating the next generation of nurses.

Questions?

Contact the School of Nursing at (620)235-4431 or send a message to Dr. Kristi Frisbee, Interim MSN Nursing Coordinator.

Additional information
for the School of Nursing

Catalog – see program guides