Program Overview

Advanced Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education (Post Master's)

About

The Advanced Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education (Post Master's) is designed for students who have a master's in nursing and meet the admission qualifications. The program prepares graduates to accept a faculty position within a program of nursing or a nurse educator position in a clinical setting. The online program uses a variety of teaching strategies to actively engage students, including two-day orientation sessions on campus before the beginning of each fall semester.

Learning Outcomes

• Use education research to continually improve teaching strategies and skills.
• Develop a teaching-learning style that meets the educational outcomes of students.
• Assess and evaluate at the course and program level.
• Function as a leader and change agent in nursing education settings.
• Participate in scholarship to further knowledge and abilities in nursing education.

Career Possibilities

The MSN Post Master's certificate program builds on the education of a clinical practice generalist and prepares an advanced practice nurse. Graduates are expected to function collaboratively and independently in diverse educational locations, such as schools of nursing, hospitals, and health care agencies, requiring an educational specialist.

Requirements

Plan Description

Individuals who already hold a master's degree in nursing and meet the admission qualifications may take courses leading to the Nursing Education Post-Masters Certificate. Admitted students take courses as a non-degree student and are awarded a certificate documenting completion of the required course work.

Plan Admission Requirements

• Transcripts of all course work for both baccalaureate and masters degrees must be sent to the School of Nursing and Graduate College.
• Three letters of recommendation from either instructors or employers that speak to the applicant's potential to complete the Advanced Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education Program.
• Statement of 300 words describing the students' professional goals and reason for seeking a nurse practitioner certificate.
• Current resume or vita.
• Current, unrestricted, valid RN license in state of residence.
• Have practiced as a baccalaureate-prepared registered nurse (RN) for a minimum of 2000 hours prior to beginning coursework in the program.

Seat Holding Fee

A one-time, non-refundable deposit of $500 is required as a seat holding fee. This deposit will be credited towards tuition costs once admissions acceptance has been completed.

Plan Requirements

Total Credits Required: 12

Course Requirements

• NURS 709 - Teaching and Learning in Nursing Education
• NURS 710 - Course Level Evaluation Strategies for Nurse Educators
• NURS 724 - Developing & Evaluating Curriculum for Nursing Education
• NURS 733 - Nursing Education Practicum I

Certificate Requirements

• Completion of a minimum of 12 credits with a minimum GPA of 3.00.

Documents/Downloads

• Plans of Study
• Syllabi
• Degree Worksheets
• Program Handbook

Accreditation

For information regarding accreditation at UNLV, please head over to Academic Program Accreditations.

Disclaimers

This program does not result in licensure and certification.