2026-2027 Graduate Catalog

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2026-2027 Graduate Catalog

MSN, Nurse Educator Concentration

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Recommended Sequence for the Two-Year Master of Science in Nursing Program with a Nurse Educator Concentration

The sequence that appears below is based upon the availability of specific courses in each semester and the successful completion of course prerequisites.

First Year

Fall

NURS 510 - Foundational Concepts for Master Prepared Nurses (3 semester hours)
NURS 520 - Healthcare Policy (3 semester hours)

Total Semester Hours: 6

Spring

HCIN 500 - Healthcare Informatics (3 semester hours)
NURS 515 - Quality and Safety (3 semester hours)

Total Semester Hours: 6

Summer

NURS 540 - Advanced Research Methods and Evidenced-Based Practices (3 semester hours)
NURS 550 - Advanced Pathophysiology/Pharmacology and Health Assessment (3 semester hours)

Total Semester Hours: 6

Second Year

Fall

NURS 620 - Theoretical Foundation in Nursing Education (3 semester hours)
NURS 625 - Curriculum Development (3 semester hours)

Total Semester Hours: 6

Spring

NURS 640 - Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Teaching Models (3 semester hours)
NURS 695 - Nursing Practicum I (3 semester hours)

Total Semester Hours: 6

Summer

NURS 645 - Assessment and Evaluation in Education (3 semester hours)
NURS 699 - Nursing Practicum II (3 semester hours)

Total Semester Hours: 6