Designed for nurses by nurses in the field, the online MSN in Nurse Educator program will provide registered nurses with the skills and knowledge required to facilitate learning through curriculum design, teaching, evaluation and advisement. The 39-credit program can be completed in eight terms, with two courses per 10-week term and a capstone. In addition to online coursework, students will have the opportunity to observe and explore the Nurse Educator role under the guidance of a nurse educator preceptor during a 120 hour teaching immersion experience.

Throughout the online MSN in Nurse Educator program, you'll learn how to:

• Propose informatics systems initiatives and technologies that facilitate effective decision making in delivering upon and enhancing patient care
• Employ research practices, methodologies and a spirit of scholarly inquiry to motivate change and drive real-world improvement in healthcare
• Create client-centered, culturally-appropriate health prevention and promotion initiatives that improve the health, safety and quality of life for people and their communities
• Generate data driven solutions for operational challenges that navigate the intersection of quality and cost in ensuring excellence in healthcare across diverse settings
• Advocate for ethically responsible policies and effective systems that empower practitioners and meets the needs of healthcare consumers
• Model leadership and professional practices in healthcare by building effective working relationships and facilitating ethical and strategic decision making across organizations
• Synthesize educational theory, research, evaluation and experiential knowledge in nursing education settings

As a private, nonprofit university, UMS has one mission - to help you see yourself succeed. The benefits of earning your MSN online at UMS include:

• Accredited. The baccalaureate degree program in nursing and the master’s degree program in nursing at University of Michigan Science are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202.887.6791.
• Affordability. Take advantage of some of the most affordable tuition rates in the nation.
• Convenience. Attend class when it's convenient for you - online education means 24/7 access. 
• Efficiency and flexibility. With five terms per year, you can complete your MSN degree in 20 months.
• Expert instruction. Learn from instructors with relevant, real-world experience.
• Minimal requirements. No GMAT or GRE required for admission.
• Networking. Tap into our nationwide network of alumni for tips and career opportunities.
• Student support. Count on the ongoing support of dedicated academic and career advisors specialized in your area of study