Delivery:
Internet
On-Campus Requirements:
None
Access:
Open to all (in-state, out-of-state, and international) who meet program requirements
The Nursing Education Graduate Certificate is designed for the registered nurse who already holds a master degree in nursing -- and now wishes to add nurse educator certification.
This on-line program consists of 14 credit hours. All courses are developed and taught by Indiana State University's nursing faculty. The program can be completed in one calendar year.
Upon successful completion of program requirements, a certificate is awarded and students are eligible to take the National League for Nursing (NLN) Nurse Educator Certification Examination.
Indiana State University's Nursing Program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission.
Courses
This program includes 14 credit hours (listed below).
| Required Courses (14 credit hours) | |
| NURS 653 | Curriculum Process in Nursing (3 credit hours) |
| NURS 662 | Measurement and Assessment in Nursing Education (3 credit hours) |
| NURS 673 | Education Practices in Nursing (4 credit hours) |
| NURS 683 | Advanced Clinical Concepts in Nursing Education (4 credit hours) |
Read Course Descriptions
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Course Delivery
All nursing courses are offered via the Internet. Clinical courses may be arranged in your community. On-campus visits are not required. This on-line program includes lectures delivered via video and audio. High-speed Internet connection is required
(as well as a headset and microphone, and web camera). For details, see Computer Requirements.
Getting Started
Subsequent to reviewing Admission Requirements (above), please complete the following steps. For assistance, contact the Office of Distance Support Services at 1-888-237-8080 or
studentservices@indstate.edu
| Step 1: Admission |
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Submit to the School of Graduate Studies a fully completed Non-Degree Admission Application Form (below) with a non-refundable admission application fee of $35.00 payable by credit card, money order, or check payable to Indiana State University.
Submit to School of Graduate Studies official transcripts from a regionally accredited institution. Non-Degree Admission: Mail-In Application
Once admitted, you will receive a Sycamore login and password (via regular postal service) for the MyISU Portal. The Portal offers you access to online registration, your University records, and other important University services, including e-mail, and University announcements. Log-on instructions are located on the Portal site at http://myisu.indstate.edu |
| Step 2: Registration |
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Once admitted, you will be contacted by an academic advisor who will provide information and assistance with registration.
Courses are listed in the Class Schedule. |
| Step 3: Starting Your Course |
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To access your online courses, log on to the MyISU Portal at http://myisu.indstate.edu and click the My Courses tab. Typically, courses are not accessible until the first day.
Textbooks may be purchased (on-line or via telephone) through: ISU Bookstore http://indiana-state.bkstore.com |
Contact
Esther Acree
1-888-293-4842
rthompson10@isugw.indstate.edu
The Catalog of Indiana State University is the document of authority for all students. The requirements given in the catalog supersede information issued by any academic department, program, college, or school. The University reserves the right to change the requirements at any time.