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Education – BSN Track
Graduates of Walden’s Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program have the knowledge and ability to be leaders in the profession and contribute to positive social change in their communities and throughout the world. The Education specialization addresses the growing need for nurse educators. Nurses also provide essential education in staff development; patient/family issues; and school, occupational, and community settings.
Students who enter the program with a bachelor’s degree in nursing complete the following core curriculum and then advance to the courses in the Education specialization.
Completion Requirements
- 35 semester credit hours
- Introductory course (1 sem. cr.)
- Core courses (12 sem. cr.)
- Specialization courses (16 sem. cr.)
- Capstone courses (6 sem. cr.)
Estimated time to completion may vary by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. For a personalized estimate of your time to completion, call an enrollment advisor at 1-866-492-5336.
Introductory Course
| Course Code | Course Title | Semester Credits |
| NURS 6000 | Success Strategies in the Master of Science Program in Nursing Online Environment | 1 |
Core Courses
| Course Code | Course Title | Semester Credits |
| NURS 6110 | The Nurse Leader: New Perspectives on the Profession | 3 |
| NURS 6101 | Policy and Politics in Nursing and Healthcare | 3 |
| NURS 6125 | Integrating Theory and Research for Evidence-Based Practice | 3 |
| NURS 6150 | Promoting and Preserving Health in a Diverse Society | 3 |
Specialization Courses
| Course Code | Course Title | Semester Credits |
| NURS 6300 | Student-Centered Learning in Nursing Education | 3 |
| NURS 6310 | Teaching Strategies for Nurse Educators | 3 |
| NURS 6320 | Integrating Technology Into Nursing Education | 3 |
| NURS 6330 | Curriculum Development, Assessment, and Evaluation | 3 |
| NURS 6340 | The Nurse Educator: Roles, Responsibilities, and Relationships | 4 |
Capstone Courses
| Course Code | Course Title | Semester Credits |
| NURS 6500 | Capstone Synthesis Practicum I | 3 |
| NURS 6510 | Capstone Synthesis Practicum II | 3 |
For assistance in deciding which online degree specialization fits your goals, request information or speak with an enrollment advisor by calling 1-866-492-5336. A list of international toll-free phone numbers is available for students outside the United States.
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