Saint Louis University's post-master's certificate in nursing education provides an opportunity for coursework and practicum experience in nursing education.
All four educator courses are offered online with attention to building a learning community with a culture of sharing and support.
Curriculum Overview
Attention to development of the educator role is threaded through each course and culminates in the development of an educator portfolio including a personal philosophy of teaching, a research plan and examples of teaching products.
Fieldwork and Research Opportunities
A nursing practicum allows students in SLU's certificate in nursing education program to create a unique teaching practicum experience with faculty supervision and guidance. Seminar activities are aimed at helping students make a successful transition into teaching.
Careers
SLU's nurse educator certificate prepares graduates with the skills to teach in baccalaureate, associate or diploma nursing programs.
Admission Requirements
Saint Louis University Trudy Busch Valentine School of Nursing adheres to the principles of a holistic admission process in which selection criteria are broad-based and linked to our University’s and School’s mission and goals. While we do consider academic metrics we also look at applicant experiences, attributes, potential for success, and how applicants may contribute to the school’s learning environment and to the profession.
- Master of Science degree in nursing from a regionally accredited institution is preferred.
- Registered professional nurse licensure in the State of Missouri or in other states in which the student will complete his or her clinical/rotation experience.
Requirements for International Students
International students on F1 or J1 student visas are not eligible for admission, as the program is conducted entirely online.
Review Process
Applicants for admission to this program are considered individually.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Financing for this program may be available through grants, scholarships, loans (federal and private) and institutional financing plans.
The Trudy Busch Valentine School of Nursing at Saint Louis University offers scholarship and graduate research assistantship opportunities to eligible graduate students. Additionally, most nursing students will participate in a tuition assistance program provided through their employer.
For more information, visit the student financial services office online at https://www.slu.edu/financial-aid.
Accreditation
The Trudy Busch Valentine School of Nursing is fully approved by the Missouri State Board of Nursing.
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing and Doctor of Nursing Practice at the Valentine School of Nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.aacn.nche.edu/ccne-accreditation) and approved by the Missouri State Board of Nursing. To achieve its educational objectives, the school uses the hospitals within SSM Health and many health care organizations of greater St. Louis.
Course List
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
| NURS 5560 | Evidence-Based Approaches for the Nurse Educator | 2 |
| NURS 5570 | Curriculum Development in Nurse Education | 2-3 |
| NURS 5580 | Instructional Strategies and Evaluation in Nurse Education | 2 |
| NURS 5590 | Practicum in Nursing Education | 2 |
| Total Credits | 8-9 |
Continuation Standards
Students must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 in all graduate/professional courses.
Apply for Admission
For additional admission questions please contact,
Emily Boyd
Retention Specialist
SLU Valentine School of Nursing
314-977-8995
slunurse@slu.edu
