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Capella University
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC SERVICE LEADERSHIP DEPARTMENT OF NURSING

MSN Master of Science in Nursing Nurse Educator specialization

Overview

Acquire an advanced knowledge of nursing theory and practice. Understand the design, delivery, assessment and evaluation of nurse education programs. This program, part of Capella's CCNE-accredited* MSN program, is modeled on the Essentials of Master's Education for Advanced Practice Nursing established by the American Association of Colleges. Successful graduates of this program are often registered nurses pursuing advanced positions as nurse educators or clinical nurse leaders in higher education institutions, health care organizations or the military.

To understand how this specialization fits your career path or schedule, request more information.

*The BSN, MSN, and DNP degree programs at Capella University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC 20036, (202) 887-6791 http://www.aacn.nche.edu/ccne-accreditation.

Degree outcomes

With your Master's in Nurse Educator, you'll learn to incorporate theories of nursing as well as adult learning, design, develop, evaluate, and revise nursing and health-related curricula, and adapt teaching strategies for a diverse population. You will also be able to evaluate the effectiveness of nursing education and assess achievement of learning outcomes. Discover specifically what you'll learn — and how you can apply it.

Career outcomes

Common jobs with an online Master's in Nurse Educator include staff educator, claims investigator, nursing instructor, nursing faculty, director of nursing or chief nursing officer. Potential workplaces include: hospital, home health care agency, community or technical college, land-based or online college or university, or hospital-based school of nursing.

Capella also provides you the opportunity to delve deeper into a specific knowledge area by earning a program concentration that will be included on your transcript and can enhance your career opportunities.

To learn more, call 1.866.933.5955 or email an enrollment counselor.