The post-master’s certificate program in Nursing Education prepares experienced master’s-prepared nurses to assume leadership roles and educational positions in academic and health care settings. Students can select to prepare for faculty roles in baccalaureate and associate degree programs, or with staff development positions in health care settings.

The five courses (15 credits) prepare students with the foundational knowledge essential for successful careers in nursing education. The courses build upon students’ existing knowledge and focus on curriculum/program development and classroom/clinical teaching. Students are placed with preceptors who serve as mentors and role models. Our graduates are employed in academic and clinical settings around the world.

The 15 credits are offered both on-site at Villanova University and as a synchronous online format. This offers students’ flexibility and at the same time enables them to engage with doctorally-prepared faculty and other students to explore issues within nursing education.
 

"The Master's in Nursing Education program at Villanova increases my creativity and helps me utilize my potential."

Serah Nthenge, BSN, RN
MSN '04, Nursing Education
Kenya, East Africa