Post Graduate Nurse Educator Certificate
The plan of study will consist of four courses totaling 12 Graduate Credit Hours.
Mission
The Post Graduate Nurse Educator Certificate (PG-NEC) is designed for master’s or doctoral-prepared nurses seeking a concentrated plan of study focusing on the roles and functions of the nurse educator. Through a rigorous and inclusive curriculum, we aim to cultivate nurse educators who are adept at promoting research, scholarship, and evidence-based teaching practices. Students will engage in authentic and inclusive teaching strategies that support dynamic and diverse learning environments, emphasizing contemporary trends in nursing pedagogy in curriculum development,, assessment and evaluative techniques, educational technology, and role transition. The PG-NEC prioritizes professional socialization and leadership, preparing our graduates to become influential educators, change agents, and lifelong learners dedicated to the advancement of the nursing profession.
Curriculum Design
The PG-NEC Curriculum aligns with the National League for Nursing (NLN) Core Competencies for Academic Nurse Educators. The comprehensive design consists of four core courses, totaling 12 graduate credit hours, which include a 1-hour practicum that requires 45 contact hours. The curriculum is delivered in a distance learning format to accommodate busy professionals, and students have the flexibility to complete practicum hours within their geographic location, subject to preceptor availability and final approval by the course instructor.
The curriculum encompasses contemporary teaching strategies with a strong emphasis on the application of evidence-based practices in academic nursing education. Students will engage in innovative teaching and learner centered methods, curriculum design, and assessment strategies to enhance student learning outcomes. The PG-NEC also addresses the unique challenges and responsibilities of the nurse educator role, including professional development, scholarship, and service.
Student Learning Outcome
Upon completion of the PG-NEC, graduates will be well-prepared to assume roles in academia, community health, and clinical healthcare agencies, implementing the latest trends in teaching and learning. The PG-NEC also meets the educational eligibility requirements for the NLN Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) and Certified Novice Nurse Educator (CNNE) examinations, ensuring graduates are equipped for professional certification and career advancement. Complete CNE and CNNE eligibility requirements are available at http://www.nn.org/Certification-for-Nurse-Educators.
- Demonstrate Mastery of Nursing Education Theories and Principles: Apply a broad knowledge of educational theories, principles, and practices to the design, implementation, and evaluation of nursing education programs.
- Curriculum Development Skills: Develop curricula that align with professional standards, meet the diverse needs of learners, and incorporate evidence-based practice and innovative teaching strategies.
- Assessment and Evaluation Expertise: Demonstrate skill in developing assessments that accurately measure student learning outcomes and competencies, using a variety of formative and summative methods.
- Technology Integration: Integrate technology into nursing education to enhance teaching and learning, including the use of simulation, online learning platforms, and other educational technologies.
- Facilitation of Learning: Demonstrate the ability to facilitate learning in diverse educational settings, including classroom, clinical, and online environments, using a variety of teaching strategies.
- Professionalism and Leadership: Exhibit professionalism and leadership in the role of nurse educator, including mentorship, collaboration, and advocacy for nursing education.
- Scholarly Inquiry: Engage in scholarly inquiry and the application of research findings to improve nursing education and student outcomes.
- Ethical and Legal Considerations: Apply ethical and legal principles in the practice of nursing education, including issues related to academic integrity, confidentiality, and student rights.
- Interprofessional Collaboration: Promote interprofessional collaboration and teamwork in educational settings to enhance the quality of healthcare and patient outcomes.
- Continuous Quality Improvement: Implement principles of continuous quality improvement to evaluate and enhance continuous quality improvement to evaluate the effectiveness of nursing education programs and student learning outcomes.
Graduate Admission Procedure
Admission packets and other information regarding graduate programs may be obtained from the MUW Office of Graduate Studies, 1100 College Street, MUW - 280, Columbus, MS 39701-5800. An online application form is available on our website www.muw.edu/graduates. Official letters of notification will be sent to all with completed applications when a formal decision is made.
Admission Criteria
- A completed Graduate Application form.
- Meet the criteria for admissions to Graduate Studies.
- Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work from each institution attended (including transcripts from MUW).
- Transcripts must verify that the applicant has a minimum 3.0 overall GPA on a four-point sale for graduate studies.
- Transcripts must verify a master’s or doctorate degree from an institution accredited four-year institution, unless dual enrolled.*
- Holds a Master of Science or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an academic institution with national and/or regional accreditation. *If enrolled in the MUW MSN-FNP track, a student can dually enroll in the NE-PMC coursework. The master’s degree must be completed for the NE-PMC to be awarded.
- Unencumbered nursing license.
- Have practiced a minimum of 1 year as a registered nurse.
- Two written letters of reference (one should be from a nursing instructor/faculty member) stating the applicant’s qualifications for graduate work from persons who have personal knowledge of the applicant’s academic/work performance.
- Practice experience of at least one year as a registered nurse.
- Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae.
- Written personal statement explaining career goals in nursing education and how obtaining a certification will impact your role as a nurse.
- a $25.00 application fee for all graduate programs.
Practicum Requirements
- Physical exam.
- Malpractice insurance as a graduate nursing student.
- Proof of automobile and health insurance.
- Proof of immunization of measles, mumps, and rubella (including two doses of the MMR vaccine) is required in order for students to register for courses (regardless of their method of deliver), unless a student is exempt because of (a) actual or suspected pregnancy (measles or rubella vaccines are not required for females who are pregnant; if pregnancy is suspected, a valid certificate of medical exception from a health provider is required until pregnancy is resolved), (b) medical contraindication, or (c) birth prior to 1957.
Applicants who have not submitted documentation of all required materials may be fully admitted pending receipt of these materials. All admissions documents must be received at least one week prior to the start of classes or admission will be revoked.
Courses:
NU 571 - Teaching, Learning, and Technology in Nursing Education
NU 572 - Curriculum Development and Program Evaluation
NU 573 - Assessment and Ealuation in Nursing Education
NU 574 - Nurse Educator Role Transition and Teaching Practicum
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