Nursing Education

This 36-credit master's program prepares graduates to educate the next generation of nurses by assuming leadership roles as dynamic educators in baccalaureate and associate degree programs, staff development, continuing education, and community education programs.

Students will create curricula, plan programs, explore evaluation techniques, and teach with experts. This track includes an education practicum with a nurse educator, designed to facilitate the student's transition into the
educator role.

Admission Information
Betty Hukowicz, Ed.D.
Associate Dean
Division of Graduate Studies and Continuing Education
Tel 413-265-2445

Program Outcomes

At the completion of this program, the graduate should be able to use a variety of teaching strategies and resources in the classroom and clinical areas, develop and evaluate nursing curricula, and form a personal philosophy of teaching.

Additional Program offerings:

• Nursing and Health Services Management
• Certificate Program in Nursing Management
• Certificate Program Nursing Education

Additional Information:

• Admission requirements

Program Information
Cynthia Dakin, Ph.D., RN
Program Coordinator
Tel 413-265-2455
Fax 413-265-2335

Masters of Science Degree
Major in Nursing Education
Major Requirements- 36 credits

Course Curriculum

YEAR ONE
Spring	credits
NUR 520 Theoretical Frameworks in Nursing	3
NUR 500 Professional Role of the Advanced Practice Nurse	3
Summer	credits
NUR 610 Teaching Strategies	3
NUR 530 Policy, Law and Ethics in Health Care	3
Fall	credits
NUR 510 Application and Utilization of Nursing Research	3
NUR 620 Curriculum Design and Program Planning	3

Classes will be held on Tuesday evenings at 3:30 to 6:00 p.m. and 6:30 to 9:00 p.m