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PhD in Education—Program Highlights
Core CNE Exam Skills
The National League for Nursing recognizes that this program aligns
with the Core Competencies for Nurse Educators©, using
competencies that are integral to the Certified Nurse
Education© exam.
90% of alumni are satisfied with their Capella experience.
Source: Alumni Outcome Survey, 2017
Focus on Nursing Education Research
Advance new knowledge in the field of nursing research with your
dissertation work, which focuses on nursing education research rather
than clinical practice.
Our Unique Doctoral Structure
Our PhD in Education, Nursing Education program is designed to remove
roadblocks for you and demystify the dissertation process. This unique
approach centers on supporting you in three ways: through program
structure, a dedicated faculty and support team, and online resources.
To help generate momentum toward graduation, you’ll begin your
dissertation early in the program. Our faculty, support team, and
online resources will help guide you every step of the way.
Cost & Learning Format
Online education isn’t one-size-fits-all. We know you’re busy—you
need a learning experience tailored to your life, not the other way
around. Capella has learning and tuition formats to suit you, however
you learn.
Our original learning format offers extra structure for those who
want it. We'll set the schedule, you meet the deadlines.
- Based on the quarter system; 1-3 courses per 10-week quarter
- 1 semester credit = 1.5 quarter credits
- Weekly assignments and courseroom discussions
- Pay for what you take, price varies by courseload or term
Get the Details
Speak with an enrollment counselor to get a personalized cost estimate for what you can expect to pay.
Accredited & Respected
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation and recognitions provide the assurance we meet
standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services, and
fiscal stability. See all of our accreditations and recognitions.
Ways to Save
At Capella, we believe your education is an investment in your future. It’s also an investment within your grasp. Your goals are achievable—there are more ways to save than you might think.
Transfer Credits
We can accept many transfer credits from regionally accredited
schools.
Grants
Grants are federal education funds that never need to be paid back.
Employer Reimbursements
Many employers offer tuition reimbursement to employees, even if
there’s no formal program. Check with your manager or HR dept.
PhD in Education, Nursing Education Sample Courses
Become a role model and guide for nursing professionals with the
knowledge and expertise you gain in the Capella PhD in Education,
Nursing Education program. Teach the next generation of nurses from
the perspective of a scholar and experienced practitioner. The program
includes dissertation research seminars which allow you to
get an early start on your dissertation.
| Course Number | Course Title |
|---|---|
| ED8360 | The Nurse Educator: Faculty Roles and Responsibilities |
| ED8355 | Curriculum Design and Evaluation in Nursing Education |
| ED8365 | Teaching Strategies in Nursing Education |
| ED8370 | Nursing Leadership and Professional Practice |
What You’ll Learn
The right education can change everything. Prepare to make positive
change in the field of nursing education.
- Facilitate learning by designing and leading nursing education programs.
- Serve as a leader and change agent to introduce improvements to current nursing education programs.
- Design curriculum with assessment and evaluation strategies.
- Engage in scholarship to produce curriculum design and evaluate program outcomes.
- Pursue continuous quality improvement in the nurse educator role to effect positive change.
Julia Bronner, PhD
Julia Bronner, PhD, is a core faculty member with the School of Education, Nursing Education specialty at Capella University. Previously, she worked in trauma and held academic dean positions. Bronner has worked extensively in the Middle East and aboard ORBIS. She is a certified transcultural nurse and a certified HLC AQIP & PEAQ Consultant/Appraiser. Bronner earned a PhD from Capella, an MS in Nursing from Winona State College, and a BSN from St. Theresa's College in Minnesota.
PhD in Education, Nursing Education Career Insights
Capella PhD Student Wins 2016 Outstanding Nurse Educator Award
The award celebrates a nurse educator hero who goes above and beyond
the call of duty and inspires others to do their best work.
10 Questions with Capella Faculty Member Jobeth Pilcher, EdD
An interview with Dr. Pilcher, faculty member and mentor in Capella
University’s PhD in Nursing Education program.
PhD in Education, Nursing Education—Professional Paths
Your education can help you reach your goals, professionally and personally. Here are some of the jobs and employment settings to explore with a doctorate in nursing education.
Related Job Titles to Explore*
- Nurse educator
- Nurse clinician
- Director of nursing
- Director of training and continuing education
- Nursing education curriculum specialist
Related Employment Settings to Explore
- Land-based or online college or university
- Health care system
- Hospital or medical center
- Educational consulting firm
- Community health agency
*These are examples intended to serve as a general guide. Some
positions may prefer or even require previous experience, licensure,
certifications, and/or other designations along with a degree. Because
many factors determine what position an individual may attain, Capella
cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific job title, a
promotion, salary increase, or other career outcome. We encourage you
to research requirements for your job target and career goals.
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