NSED-CER - Nursing, Post Graduate Certificate for Nursing Education (NUED)

The Nursing Education Certificate program provides a formal program of study for masters prepared nurses interested in obtaining a credential allowing them to teach. The program provides the content necessary to teach nursing students in a specific area of nursing. Once students complete the certificate, they will be eligible to sit for the national certification exam in this area. This certificate is the optimal way for those already holding a masters degree and desiring this specialization to gain marketability without having to complete a second master's degree.

One of the contributing factors for the national nursing shortage is a deficit in qualified nursing faculty to support nursing programs.  This is an issue at every level of nursing.  In addition, health care facilities are seeking nurse educators to maintain clinical education expectations for nursing staff in their facilities.  Providing an opportunity for nurses who currently hold a Master’s of Science of Nursing degree to gain formal education and certification as a Nurse Educator is a positive move in promoting nursing education in both the classroom and clinical setting. 

This 16-credit hour post graduate certificate can be completed in 3 semesters and students will be enrolled in content courses with current MSN Nursing Education majors.

Certificate is 16 credit hours.