Master’s Programs

Nurse Educator

Our Nurse Educator program prepares nursing professionals for educator roles in patient care and higher education.

Spring Application Deadline: Dec. 15

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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

 

$834

Fees

Per term

 

$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

Term 1
Course

Credit hours

Advanced Pathophysiology for Primary Care

3

Theoretical Foundations & Innovation in Adult Education

2

Foundations of Scholarly Writing & Evidence-Based Practice 

3

Term 2
Course

Credit hours

Pharmacotherapeutics    

3

Practicum I: Curriculum Design, Development & Program Evaluation 

3

Term 3
Course

Credit hours

Advanced Health Assessment   

3

Practicum II: Teaching Strategies & Learning Assessment

3

Term 4
Course

Credit hours

Principles of Simulation & Instructional Technologies  

3

Health Systems Policy

3

Term 5
Course

Credit hours

Practicum IV: Teaching in Clinical   

3

Health Promotion Theory & Population Health

3

Total minimum credit hours
Total minimum credit hours

32

Courses and sequencing are subject to change.

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