Nursing Education (Online), Graduate Certificate

Certificate in Nursing Education

This certificate program, consisting of 12 credits, aims to equip master’s prepared nurses with the necessary skills to teach in various educational and healthcare settings, such as nursing schools, nursing professional development departments, and client education programs. Completing the post-master’s Nursing Education Certificate provides training for novice faculty and provides the opportunity for experienced educators to enhance their prior knowledge.

The courses are designed to provide training regarding educational principles for nurses who wish to enrich and enhance their knowledge as a nurse educator. The curriculum is designed to augment nurses’ current expertise, providing quality education for nursing students. The post-master’s Nursing Education Certificate provides an additional qualification for entry into nursing education. This certificate prepares nurses with knowledge in curriculum and instruction they need to be competitive as educators in their healthcare care field and academic settings.

Tuition and Fees

Tuition is due the first day of class. The tuition due each semester is based on the credit hours being taken by the student during that specific semester. Delinquent tuition penalties accrue at 1.5% per month, which is 18% per year. For more information on Student Account Collection, please reference ATSU Policy #50-112 within the Financial Policies section of this catalog.

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