Why ODU for Nursing Education?

Do you already have a graduate degree in nursing? Interested in learning how to teach future nurses? Continue your education with a nurse educator certificate.

ODU's online nurse educator certificate program allows you to earn academic credit while gaining knowledge and practical experience in teaching entry-level or graduate nursing education programs.

When you graduate, you will earn a nurse educator graduate certificate. This is an academic certificate, not a professional certification.

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Program Information

Total
12 Credit Hours

You will take four graduate courses to complete this certificate, including a practicum/internship to gain experience as an instructor.

  • Professional, Ethical and Legal Concepts of Nursing Education
  • Instructional Delivery Methods & Learner Assessment
  • Nursing Curricular Design and Program Evaluation
  • Educator Internship: Classroom Instruction

View Course Descriptions in the Graduate Catalog

Access your nurse educator certificate course materials online from any location. Some courses will occasionally have live online meeting times, while others will not. The instructor may schedule assignments and exams at specific times.

To the extent possible, the teaching practicum is arranged with a school of nursing in your community. All courses in the nurse educator certificate program follow Old Dominion University's regular academic calendar.

Total
12 Credit Hours

You will take four graduate courses to complete this certificate, including a practicum/internship to gain experience as an instructor.

  • Professional, Ethical and Legal Concepts of Nursing Education
  • Instructional Delivery Methods & Learner Assessment
  • Nursing Curricular Design and Program Evaluation
  • Educator Internship: Classroom Instruction

View Course Descriptions in the Graduate Catalog

Access your nurse educator certificate course materials online from any location. Some courses will occasionally have live online meeting times, while others will not. The instructor may schedule assignments and exams at specific times.

To the extent possible, the teaching practicum is arranged with a school of nursing in your community. All courses in the nurse educator certificate program follow Old Dominion University's regular academic calendar.

Cost & Aid

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Calculating Cost
In-state Virginia Residents
$620 per credit hour*
Out-of-state Students
$642 per credit hour

Rates are effective Fall 2024 and subject to change.
* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.

The newest class of graduates through ODUGlobal celebrated commencement in May 2024.
Scholarships & Aid

Scholarship Opportunities for Online Students

At ODUGlobal, we offer a variety of scholarships to support and empower you in achieving your academic and career goals, making quality education accessible wherever you are. 
 

Careers

Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary
Growth
17.9%
Median Salary
$80,780
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
Growth
18.8%
Median Salary
$105,650
Health Education Specialists
Growth
7.0%
Median Salary
$62,860

ODUGlobal Graduate Admissions Team

Elaine Ross, Assistant Director of Graduate and International Admissions

Contact us at globalgradadmit@odu.edu about admission requirements, deadlines, or anything else you need to know about the application process!

Angel Baker
Applications Coordinator
Angela Schlender
Applications Coordinator

Ready to Apply?

To apply for this nurse educator certificate, you should already have at least one graduate degree in nursing.