Nurse Educator students in this concentration acquire advanced nursing knowledge in curriculum design, instruction and evaluation, apply educational theories and principles in curriculum development and evaluation and acquire skills in role development as an educator. Learning experiences occur in academic and healthcare settings.

Graduates from the M.S.N. program will be able to:

  • Acquire educational eligibility to meet standards for advanced practice certification or other advanced professional distinction.
  • Acquire competencies based on professional standards to assume advanced roles in nursing and for leadership and career advancement, including doctoral study.
  • Communicate, integrate and apply advanced nursing knowledge and skills to provide evidence-based, culturally sensitive nursing care and promote quality outcomes in nursing and health care.