Nursing Education Advanced Certificate
Providing a foundation in nursing knowledge, leadership and research skills, and adult educational theory and strategies, the Advanced Certificate in Nursing Education prepares nurses as educators in both academica and health care arenas. The program provides an excellent foundation in nursing knowledge, leadership and research skills, and adult educational theory and strategies.
Program Quick Facts
Tuition*
$470 per credit hour
Time to Completion
Full or part-time
Credit Hours
15
Start Term
Spring or Summer
Format
Synchronous online
Degree Required
Bachelors in nursing
*Estimated tuition is based on the resident rate and does not include fees.
Students can complete this program concurrently with one of UB’s other graduate nursing programs or as a standalone certificate for those who have already completed a graduate nursing degree.
Before you can apply, you must have:
- The equivalent of a Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN) degree
- An active U.S. RN license
- Acceptance to one of UB’s graduate nursing programs OR a graduate degree in nursing from another institution
To apply, you must submit:
- Online application and $75 fee
- Copies of transcripts from all colleges ever attended
- Resume/curriculum vitae
- Personal Statement
- Three references
| Course | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| NGC533 | Teaching in Nursing | 4 |
| NUS691 | Advanced Information Technology in Practice, Education & Research | 1 |
| NUS691L | Advanced Information Technology in Healthcare Education Laboratory | 1 |
| 9 additional credits (see below) | 9 | |
Total Credits: 15
A minimum of nine additional credits are needed in an area chosen by the student, with approval of his/her faculty advisor, which fit the student's professional objectives. These graduate-level courses may include, but are not limited to:
| Course | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| CEP 502 | Assessment of Learning and Instruction | 3 |
| CEP 503 | Tests and Measurements | 3 |
| CEP 509 | Educational and Psychological Measurement | 3 |
| NUS 706 | Psycho-Social Measurement & Questionnaire Construction | 3 |
| CEP 532 | Understanding Stat Research | 3 |
| Course | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| CEP 506 | Introduction to Educational Technology | 3 |
| CEP 555 | Intro Learn, Teach, and Tech | 3 |
| CEP 565 | Computers and Learning | 3 |
| LAI 678 | Digital Media in Education | 3 |
| LAI 517 | Media, Pop Culture and ELA | 3 |
| LAI 573 | Technology as Social Practice | 3 |
| Course | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| CEP 560 | The Psychology of Learning and Instruction | 3 |
| CEP 564 | Cognitive Psychology | 3 |
| CEP 541 | Human Growth and Development | 3 |
| CEP 566 | Mindfulness Interventions | 3 |
| CEP 501 | Psych Foundations of Education | 3 |
| Course | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| ELP 501 | Higher Education in the U.S. | 3 |
| ELP 508 | Community College | 3 |
| ELP 509 | The American College Student | 3 |
| ELP 514 | Student Development | 3 |
| ELP 507 | Financing Higher Education | 3 |
