Nurse Educator Certificate

The Nurse Educator certificate is a 12-credit-hour program designed for the Registered Nurse who has completed a MSN and is interested in a nursing education focus.

The program is offered at the St. Louis and Kansas City campuses.

Curriculum

• NURN 5210 Instructional Methods in Nursing (3)
• NURN 5220 Curriculum Development and Evaluation (3)
• NURN 5230 Teaching Practicum in Nursing I (3)
• NURS 5240 Teaching Practicum in Nursing II (3) **

**An elective which focuses on education may be substituted with the approval of the MSN Coordinator.

Admission Requirements

• 2.5 grade point average
• Master Degree in Nursing required
• Proof of RN licensure
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience
• Résumé describing scope, responsibility, and function of work experience
• Completion of application with fees
• Official transcripts
• Personal interview

Course Descriptions

NURN 5210 Instructional Methods in Nursing (3)

This course is designed to explore a variety of teching methods used by nurse educators in academia, staff development and/or community education. Learning theories, principles of adult learning and learning objectives are examined. Use of technology in nursing education is integrated throughout the course. Students develop, implement, and evaluate a lesson plan appropriate for adult learners. Prerequisites: NURN 5000 and NURN 5550 or permission of Coordinator.

NURN 5220 Curriculum Development and Evaluation (3)

Curriculum design, development, and evaluation are explored. The influence of research and societal, educational, ethical, and professional forces on the nursing curriculum is discussed. Students design a model curriculum, program evaluation, and outcome criteria to evaluate student achievement. Prerequisites: NURN 5000 and NURN 5550 or permission of Coordinator.

NURN 5230 Teaching Practicum in Nursing I (3)

Course content focuses on the development of lesson plans appropriate for defined learner populations. Students design, implement, and evaluate educational plans. Students collaborate with faculty and chosen preceptor on lesson plans. The role of the educator in a teaching setting is explored. Prerequisites: NURN 5210 and NURS 5220.

NURN 5240 Teaching Practicum in Nursing II (3)

A continuation of Practicum I. The student further designs, implements, and evaluates educational plans for selected student, staff, or client groups at the chosen practicum site. The role of the nurse educator in schools of nursing, staff development, and community settings is analyzed. Prerequisite: NURN 5230.