Nurse Educator
Our Nurse Educator program prepares nursing professionals for educator roles in patient care and higher education.
Spring Application Deadline: Dec. 15
Overview
Our nurse educator program prepares nurses to become leaders in a number of roles. Students will learn the basics of adult learning theory, curriculum design, teaching strategies, assessment of learning, and nursing and higher education regulation to build and refine curricula. Students have the opportunity to work in simulated learning environments and participate in one-on-one practicum experiences including teaching courses, clinical experiences, and the development and implementation of curricula in the clinical setting.
Program Length 16 months (5 terms) | Start Fall and Spring terms | Time Commitment 18-24 hours per week |
Tuition and Fees
The tuition and fees at Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing may be adjusted at any time. For more information, please contact our Business Office.
Graduate tuition | Per credit hour |
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$834 |
Fees | Per term |
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$180 |
Admission Requirements
- Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning
- Minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in all undergraduate coursework
- Official transcripts from all institutions where credit was earned
- Current curriculum vitae (CV) or resume
- Current unencumbered, unrestricted Missouri licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) or a multi-state compact license and in good standing
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) provider status
- Two letters of reference from individuals who can address the applicant’s academic skills, including oral and written communication skills and clinical competence
- A personal statement that addresses desired area of specialization, personal attributes that will contribute to successful accomplishments of the program, and career goals
Curriculum
Course | Credit hours |
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Advanced Pathophysiology for Primary Care | 3 |
Theoretical Foundations & Innovation in Adult Education | 2 |
Foundations of Scholarly Writing & Evidence-Based Practice | 3 |
Course | Credit hours |
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Pharmacotherapeutics | 3 |
Practicum I: Curriculum Design, Development & Program Evaluation | 3 |
Course | Credit hours |
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Advanced Health Assessment | 3 |
Practicum II: Teaching Strategies & Learning Assessment | 3 |
Course | Credit hours |
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Principles of Simulation & Instructional Technologies | 3 |
Health Systems Policy | 3 |
Course | Credit hours |
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Practicum IV: Teaching in Clinical | 3 |
Health Promotion Theory & Population Health | 3 |
Total minimum credit hours | 32 |
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Courses and sequencing are subject to change.
Faculty

Elise Schaller, DNP, MHA, APRN, CPNP-PC
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