Director of Graduate Nursing
Jessica Fitzgerald, DNP, RN, CCRN
PH 402.552.6089
fitzgeraldjessica@clarksoncollege.edu
Offered in partnership with the Nebraska Center for Nursing Innovation Project and funded by LB227, this program allows you to teach and precept ADN, PN, RN, or BSN students within the Nebraska Shared Clinical Model. Over three semesters, you will focus on continuing education and curriculum development while completing one course per semester.
Approval from your employer is necessary to qualify for Nebraska Hospital Association (NHA) funding and to register for the program. Individuals who do not qualify for the NHA funding opportunity may still enroll in this certificate program at the normal graduate tuition rate. Ensure you are a current employee of a Nebraska healthcare organization and have your employer's program approval before enrolling.
Admission Policies
Both undergraduate and graduate students are welcome to apply for this certificate program. Requirements for admission include our universal English Proficiency and undergraduate requirements in addition to a current unencumbered state RN license as well as two years' experience in the nursing field.
Enrollment in Clarkson College degree programs is limited through a selective admissions process. Admission policies and procedures are available from: the Enrollment and Advising office, College website or Academic Policies & Procedures section (AD-1).
Required Courses for Nursing Clinical Practice Instructor Certificate
Nursing Clinical Practice Instructor Courses
The goal of this program option is to educate nurses to become clinical practice instructors.
| Courses | Semester Hours |
|---|---|
| ◊ NRS 822 - Curriculum Development for the Nurse Educator | 3 |
| NRS 823 - Evaluation Strategies for the Nurse Educator | 3 |
| DNP 933 - Learning Theory: Principles and Practices for the Advanced Practice Nurse | 2 |
| Total Semester Hours | 8 |