Offered 100% online, the Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education is designed for nurses who hold a master鈥檚 degree or are currently enrolled in a graduate program. The six-course, 18-semester-hour program can be completed in one calendar year and is structured to accommodate full-time employment or concurrent graduate study. The certificate program prepares nurses to: Teach in academic and clinical settings, including associate and baccalaureate nursing programs and healthcare education departments Design and implement educational offerings for diverse populations Apply a range of teaching strategies and delivery methods for modern learning environments Evaluate nursing performance in both classroom and clinical settings Develop professionally in the role of nurse educator Complete a capstone project focused on nursing education Sit for the National League for Nursing Certified Nurse Educator (CNE庐) examination Fall 草榴社区 Plan of Study 草榴社区 Requirements: Applicants for this program: Apply for admission to the UAH Graduate School. Currently enrolled graduate nursing students must notify the Graduate School office and complete required application forms. Applicants who hold MSN degrees from other institutions must provide official transcripts certifying that the applicant holds a master's degree in nursing from an accredited institution. Submit official copies of transcripts from each college/university attended (sent to the Graduate School office). Certificate Program Outcomes Upon successful completion of the certificate program, the graduate will be able to: Integrate theoretical foundations of nursing knowledge, science, humanities, and scholarly inquiry in advanced-level nursing practice. Demonstrate advanced-level nursing practice that is evidence-based and adheres to scientific, ethical, legal, and professional standards in the delivery of compassionate, person-centered care. Evaluate policies, care delivery models, and organizational structures/processes for efficacy in meeting current and future health care needs of diverse communities and populations. Evaluate findings from research to create evidenced-based practice policies and protocols to improve health care delivery and outcomes. Use improvement processes in all health care settings to promote quality and safety principles. Engage in strategies that promote intra-and interprofessional communication and collaboration to deliver advanced care for diverse populations. Evaluate system-based strategies to provide equitable care and improve access to health care. Incorporate informatics principles in the use of current and emerging technologies in advanced-level nursing practice. Exemplify professional practice at the advanced level by promoting ethical values and professional standards. Assume responsibility for life-long learning and continuing personal, professional, and leadership development.