MSN in Nursing Education & Faculty Role

46.0 quarter credits

The Nursing Education & Faculty Role track of the Drexel MSN program is directed primarily toward preparing the experienced clinician who is planning a career move into academia or whose responsibilities in educating the nurse workforce requires advanced knowledge and skills in the areas of teaching and learning. This online program is designed for part-time attendance by working nurses. Courses complement the student's clinical expertise by providing content that is relevant, state-of-the-art and evidence-based for individuals seeking faculty positions in colleges or universities.

About the Curriculum
The program integrates theories specific to adult learning, curriculum design and evaluation of courses and programs. It combines theory, research and practice from the disciplines of education, management and leadership. Knowledge and skills gained through this program are applicable in a variety of settings in both the academic and clinical arenas.

Core courses 18.0 Credits
NURS 500 Confronting Issues in Contemporary Health Care Environments 3.0
NURS 502 Advanced Ethical Decision Making in Health Care 3.0
NURS 526 Information Innovation and Technology for Advanced Nursing Practice 3.0
NURS 527 Evidence-Based Approaches to Practice 3.0
RSCH 519 Introduction to Biostatistics 3.0
RSCH 523 Methods for Health Research 3.0
Required Track Courses
24.0 Credits
Clinical and Didactic Teaching Methods in Nursing Education
3.0
NURS 598 Teaching Critical Thinking and Clinical Decision-Making in Nursing
3.0
NURS 599 Curriculum Design in Nursing Education 3.0
NURS 600 Measurement and Evaluation in Nursing Education 3.0
NURS 613 The Role and Responsibilities of the Nursing Professor
3.0
NURS 614 Technologies for Nursing Education and Practice
3.0
NURS 626 Masters Nursing Education Practicum I 3.0
NURS 627 Masters Nursing Education Practicum II 3.0
Professional Seminar 1.0 Credit
NURS 669 Professional Seminar for Advanced Practice Nurses
1.0
Elective 3.0 Credits
Elective (500-level or above) 3.0