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About the Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education

Why Study Nursing Education at Cedarville?

Ready to elevate your career in nursing? Cedarville's graduate certificate in nursing education is designed to complement your Master of Science in Nursing degree by providing the skills needed to excel in teaching roles within healthcare or educational environments. You'll expand upon your advanced practice nursing skills and gain core knowledge in curriculum design, evidence-based teaching and learning strategies, and assessment and evaluation strategies for education.

This flexible, fully online program can be completed in as little as two semesters! You'll take four seven-week courses, all taught from a biblical perspective. When you complete the certificate, you'll be prepared for a successful next step in your nursing career, ready to serve others by passing along the knowledge that you've gained.

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Scholarships Available!

A limited number of $3,000–$5,000 scholarships are now available to graduate nursing students with financial need. Apply today!

What Sets Cedarville Apart?

  • Biblical Worldview
    All courses are built on the solid foundation of Scripture.

  • Advanced Practice
    Cedarville's MSN will equip you with the training and skills you need to serve as an advanced practice nurse.

  • Online
    All MSN courses are offered in an online format, with flexible part-time and full-time completion options.

Program Overview

Certificate in Nursing Education Highlights

Speed to Completion — Completed in four seven-week online courses; can be completed in just two semesters.

Value Added — If you are currently enrolled in an MSN program or already have your MSN, a 12-credit hours graduate certificate will add value to your education.

What Can You Do With a Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education?

You will be prepared to teach in healthcare or education settings as a nurse education, staff educator, clinical faculty member, or continuing education provider.

Admission, Costs and Aid, Start Dates

Admission Requirements — The first step in your graduate school journey at Cedarville is to apply for admission.

Graduate Certificate Admission Requirements

Costs and Financial Aid — Your decision to pursue quality, Christian graduate education represents a valuable investment in your career and professional development. To assure your degree is also affordable, Cedarville graduate programs are competitively priced and can be supplemented with a variety of financial aid.

Graduate Certificate Cost Information

Program Start Dates — Applications are open year-round with multiple start dates to fit your schedule. Contact Graduate Admissions for more information.

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Program Curriculum

You will take four three-credit courses to complete the certificate.

  • Assessment and Evaluation for Nursing Educators
  • Curriculum Design and Development for Nurse Educators
  • Foundations of Nursing Education
  • Teaching and Learning Strategies for Nurse Educators

Program Format and Related Programs

Cedarville offers graduate and undergraduate programs with flexible completion options. You may also want to consider these related programs as you choose the degree or program that is the best fit for you.

Program Level and Format

  • Graduate
  • Online
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From the Director:

  • Cedarville University's nursing programs and curricula prepare graduate students to implement the best evidence-based guidelines and expert clinician experience to develop equitable outcomes for populations. We integrate academic rigor, a biblical worldview, and low faculty-to-student ratios to use nursing as a ministry for Jesus Christ.
    Marcia Williams, PhD, APRN-FNP, Associate Dean, Director of Graduate Nursing Programs, Assistant Professor of Nursing
    Marcia Williams
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Program Contacts

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Maggie Hess

Director of Graduate Admissions - Online and Ministry Programs

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Marcia Williams, PhD, APRN-FNP

Program Director - Graduate Nursing Programs, Assistant Professor of Nursing

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Program News

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    School of Nursing Joins International Honor Society

    Cedarville University nursing students can now join Sigma Theta Tau through the Zeta Phi at-large chapter, gaining access to professional networking, continuing education and career opportunities while recognizing the achievement of 37 newly inducted students.
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    Advancing Care: Grad Nursing Program Equips Nurses for Leadership

    Cedarville University’s graduate nursing program is celebrating 15 years of growth, national recognition and a 98% placement rate after preparing nearly 400 graduates for advanced practice roles across the country.