Nurse Educator Certificate

Develop Your Expertise With a Nurse Educator Certificate—and Do it Online.

Nursing itself is a rewarding career - and teaching others how to become a nurse can be even more gratifying. Nurse Educators impart valuable skills and knowledge based on their education and experience.

Nurse Educator Certificate Program Information

• This is an CCNE-accredited program that can be completed online in 12 months.
• It's a great option for working RNs with an MSN degree who have a passion for both teaching and the profession of nursing.
• The curriculum is 14 credit hours. Among the topics covered are curricular design, instructional modalities and leadership. 
• Courses are five weeks long, with one week off before the start of another course.
•  Students can access courses at any time of the day and from anywhere with Internet access.

Nurse Educator Salary & Job Outlook

Nursing salaries vary across the U.S. by specialty and experience. O*Net indicates the U.S. median salary in 2011 for Health Specialties, Teachers, Postsecondary was $79,860 per year, with an average projected job growth until 2020 of 10% to 19%.

Professional Organizations

• American Nurses Association 
• National Student Nurses Association 
• Listing of National & International Nursing Organizations

Admissions

Application Deadline: Rolling

Program Start Date: August, January and May

Prospective students may apply anytime and are accepted from deadlines throughout the year. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and students will be notified of their acceptance by letter or phone.

For More Information Contact:

Laurel Zentner
Recruitment & Admissions Coordinator
(402) 354-7170
laurel.zentner@methodistcollege.edu

Tuition & Fees

Attending Nebraska Methodist College represents a major investment in your future. For most students, attending college takes planning and sacrifice. NMC recognizes this and is committed to helping you find every avenue to finance your education. View the Tuition by Program & Degree page for a comprehensive list of all nurse educator certificate program fees.

Financial Assistance

At Nebraska Methodist College we offer financial aid to our students, and help you understand what financial resources are available to you. View our Financial Assistance page to learn about the Financial Assistance process, policies and options.

All nurse educator certificate students are required to complete specific coursework. This list should only be used as a curriculum guide. Course listings and required curriculum are subject to change.

Professional Curriculum