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Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

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Nurse Educator specialization

Position yourself to meet the growing need for nurse educators with this MSN Nurse Educator specialization. The curriculum incorporates the Essentials of Master's Education for Advanced Practice Nursing established by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, with a focus on nursing education. Taught by faculty members with both academic and professional nursing experience, the courses are designed to provide advanced knowledge of nursing theory and practice, as well as the design, delivery, assessment, and evaluation of nurse education programs. Courses are taught in a prescribed sequence that builds on your newly developed knowledge and skills. This specialization also offers convenient features such as electronic textbooks and auto-registration for your entire sequence of courses. People likely to be interested in this specialization include registered nurses pursuing advanced positions as nurse educators or clinical nurse leaders in higher education institutions, health care organizations, and the military.

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Total Program: 56 quarter credits
Up to 12 quarter credits may be transferred into this specialization
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Next Start Date: April 9, 2012
Credit: $355

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CCNE

The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) is a nationally recognized accreditation agency approved by the U.S. Secretary of Education. Accreditation by CCNE serves as a statement of good educational practice in the field of nursing. The following Capella programs are accredited by the CCNE*:

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

MSN Nursing Community Grant

Start a Capella MSN program as a group of 4 or more colleagues and you'll each receive a $1,000 grant.

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Gain more value from your degree

Expand your educational and career opportunities by choosing one of Capella's degree enrichment options.

  • Add a concentration to gain deeper expertise

    Delve more deeply into a specific knowledge area by earning a concentration that will be included on your transcript and can enhance your career opportunities. If you have elective courses in your degree program, you may be able to use them to fulfill both your degree and concentration requirements at the same time. However, completing a concentration may extend your total credits beyond the requirements of your degree.

    Concentrations available as part of this specialization include:
    • Health Policy and Management
    • Public Administration
    • Public Health
    • Public Policy and Management
    • Nonprofit Management and Leadership

Core Courses (each course 4 quarter credits unless noted)

  • MSN6000 - Orientation to Graduate Nursing Study
  • MSN6001 - Role of the Professional Practice Nurse*
  • MSN6002 - Foundations and Frameworks for Professional Nursing Practice*
  • MSN6004 - Policy, Regulations, and Ethics in Advanced Nursing Practice*
  • MSN6006 - Diversity and Advocacy in Professional Nursing Practice*
  • MSN6008 - Research and Technology for Advanced Nursing Practice*
  • MSN6010 - Advanced Nursing Leadership and Management*
  • MSN6012 - Evidence-Based Practice in Health Promotion and Disease Management and Prevention*
  • MSN6020 - Nursing Capstone Project*

Specialization Courses (each course 4 quarter credits unless noted)

  • MSN6102 - Role of the Nurse Educator*
  • MSN6104 - Teaching and Learning Strategies*
  • MSN6106 - Curriculum Theory, Frameworks, and Design*
  • MSN6108 - Information Systems for Nurse Educators*
  • MSN6110 - Assessment and Evaluation in Health Education*
Admission to the Nurse Educator specialization requires learners to complete and submit the RN License Verification and Work Experience Acknowledgement Form.
* This course has a prerequisite. Contact an enrollment counselor for more information.

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November 26, 2010Mary It has been a rewarding and challenging experience that has enhanced my classroom teaching and made me appreciate the nursing profession more than ever. The fact that I can use two days of the week for posting for my two classes has helped me maintain better grades and I able to contribute for time to my research. I would highly reccommend Capella to working nurses to acheive their goals in the nursing profession. Mary Williamson

Nursing Degrees at Capella

December 10, 2010William I thought getting an online education would be difficult but Capella made the process easy. The customer service is first rate and the courses are challenging. They were helpful to me every step of the way. I highly recommend their program.

MSN Educator program

November 22, 2010Lynn I really enjoyed the classes at Capella. I come from another online school, and I think the Capella has so much more to offer for resources and support. By the end of the first class I felt like the focus of Capella was all about helping me succeed. That continues to be the way I feel after taking 3 classes so far.
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