Nursing: Nurse Educator, Graduate Certificate – Online

Program Overview

Are you a dedicated nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) or a Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) looking to elevate your career and step into a role of educational leadership within academic settings? The UNC Charlotte Online Graduate Certificate in Nurse Educator program is designed to prepare you for that. With an innovative curriculum comprising four comprehensive courses totaling 12 semester hours, this program is your stepping stone to becoming an educational leader in the nursing field.

Why Choose Our Nurse Educator Certificate Program?

Targeted Education: Specifically tailored for B.S.N. or M.S.N. graduates, this program equips you with advanced professional teaching skills, setting you apart as a leader in nursing education.
Flexible Online Learning: Understanding the demands of working professionals, our program is delivered 100% online. This flexibility allows you to balance your career and personal commitments while pursuing your educational goals. Courses follow a traditional college semester timeframe” so applicants know it is not self-paced.
Accelerated Completion: Designed for efficiency, our Graduate Certificate in Nurse Educator can be completed within one calendar year or spread across two to three semesters for part-time students. This provides a pathway to quickly enhance your credentials and expertise.
Admission for Spring Term: We welcome new students into our program in the spring term, allowing for a timely start to the becoming a nurse educator.

College Of health and Human Services

School of Nursing

Program Contact

Tyeisha Washington

Enrollment Team

online@charlotte.edu

704-687-5235

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Nurse Educator, Graduate Certificate at a Glance

Embark on a journey to enrich your teaching capabilities and influence the next generation of nursing professionals. The UNC Charlotte Online Graduate Certificate in Nurse Educator program is the perfect launchpad for B.S.N. or M.S.N. graduates aspiring to become educational leaders. Whether you’re aiming to enhance your professional skills or step into a new role in academic settings, our program provides the coursework and flexibility needed to achieve your goals.

Delivery

Online

Credits

12 Credit Hours

Admits

Spring, Summer & Fall

Courses

NURS 6301: Curriculum and Instruction in Nursing Education (3)
NURS 6302: Trends and Issues in Nursing Education (3)
NURS 6303: Instructional Technology in Nursing Education (3)
NURS 6304: Teaching Nursing Practicum in Nursing Education (3)

Admissions & Requirements

General requirements for graduate students at UNC Charlotte can be found on the Graduate Admissions website.

In addition to the general requirements for admission to the Graduate School, the following are required for admission to the Graduate Certificate – Nurse Educator program:

A B.S.N. or Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) degree from a regionally accredited program.
Current unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse.
One official transcript of all academic work attempted beyond high school.
Essay (statement of purpose) in application packet should include a description of a selected area of specialization in nursing practice. It is expected that the student will develop a portfolio demonstrating expertise in a specialization during this program of study.
Three letters of professional recommendation.

Certificate Requirements:

The Nurse Administrator program consists of 12 semester hours. Students will complete four specialty courses. The certificate can be completed in one through part-time study. Courses can be transferred.

Additional Certificate Requirements:

The program consists of 12 credit hours and can be completed in 12 months of part-time study.

A total of 15 hours of supervised classroom teaching experience, individually arranged, is required.

Application Deadlines

August 1 (fall)
November 1 (spring)
May 1 (summer)

Applicants can apply via the UNC Charlotte Graduate Admissions website.

Outlook

UNC Charlotte’s Nurse Educator alumni are nursing faculty and instructors who go on to work for educational and health care institutions such as:

Cone Health
Wake Med
University of North Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Central Piedmont Community College

Tuition

Resident: $288.82 per credit hour

Outside of NC Non-Resident: $536.98 per credit hour

Non Resident: $1,098.21 per credit hour

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Please note: Rates are subject to change.

Program Accreditation

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program, and post-graduate APRN certificate program at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.

Already a 49er? Early Entry Option Available

Exceptional undergraduate students in UNC Charlotte’s Nursing program may apply to the Early Entry Program to begin work toward a Master’s in Nursing graduate degree before completion of the bachelor’s degree.

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