Students who are currently enrolled in graduate education or those possessing a master's degree have the opportunity to continue their education and obtain a certificate in nursing education online. Classes for this program are arranged in a manner to allow for full time employment or continued study in the master's program. The program is composed of six courses and that may be completed in one calendar year.

The purpose of the 18 semester hour certificate program is to:

  • Prepare nurses with a master's degree to teach in a variety of settings, i.e., associate degree-nursing programs, clinical faculty in baccalaureate programs and health care agency educational programs
  • Prepare nurses with the theory and practice experiences to develop and implement educational offerings in a variety of settings for diverse populations
  • Prepare nurses with a variety of teaching strategies and delivery systems for today's new learning environment
  • Prepare nurses with the necessary tools and strategies to effectively evaluate nursing performance in both clinical and classroom settings
  • Prepare nurses with the skills necessary for role development as a faculty member.
  • Prepare nurses with skills to develop a capstone project in nursing education.
  • Prepare nurses to sit for the nursing educator certification exam offered by NLN.

More detailed information about opportunities for students seeking graduate degrees and certification may be obtained from the College of Nursing Office of Graduate Programs (256) 824-6669.

Program of Study:

Courses Semester Hours
 NUR 640 CURRICULUM DEV IN NURSING  3 SH
 NUR 641 TEACHING/LEARNING IN NURSING  3 SH
 NUR 642 TESTING & EVALUATION IN NURS  3 SH
 NUR 643 FACULTY ROLE DEV IN NURSING  3 SH
 NUR 644 PRACTICUM IN TEACHING  3 SH
 NUR 646 INSTRUC TECH NURSING EDUC 3 SH

Total: 18 semester hours Online

91大神 Requirements:

Applicants for this program:

  • Apply for admission to the 91大神 Graduate School. Currently enrolled graduate nursing students must notify the Graduate School office and complete required application forms. Applicants who hold MSN degrees from other institutions must provide official transcripts certifying that the applicant holds a master's degree in nursing from an accredited institution.
  • Complete a one-sheet application for admission with the Office of Graduate Programs, 91大神 College of Nursing. Applications are available in the Office of Graduate Programs.
  • Submit official copies of transcripts from each college/university attended (sent to the Graduate School office).