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7-1-7 Model
Take one course at a time, with a break between
Dedicated Support
A student success coach will be with you every step of your journey
Prepare for Board Certification
Graduate ready for the Certified Nurse Educator (CNE®) exam
Online RN to MSN Nurse Educator Program Overview
Make a difference in the lives of patients and nurses through the art of teaching with Spring Arbor University’s CCNE-Accredited Online RN to MSN Nurse Educator program.
Spring Arbor University's uniquely designed, online RN to MSN bridge programs are ideal for working nurses interested in advancing their credentials from ADN to MSN, or ASN to MSN.
- Work full-time while you earn your nurse educator degree
- Enjoy a week off in between classes with our 7-1-7 model (seven-week courses, one-week break).
- Create effective lesson plans, advance your teaching skills and learn how to oversee clinical practices.
- Learn ways to advocate for vulnerable populations by partnering with the media.
- Graduate ready to take the NLN-certification exam (CNE).
As one of the leading Nurse Educator programs, Spring Arbor offers students practical skill development from a Christian perspective, allowing you to serve and shape the future of healthcare.
Spring Arbor University's online RN to MSN Nurse Educator program is CCNE-accredited and highly ranked for academic quality.
If you already have your MSN, we offer a Post-Master’s Certificate-NE that can be completed in 16 to 22 months, depending on completed prerequisites.
Best Online Master's in Nursing Education
#1 Best Online Master's in Nursing Education in 2024
Upcoming Start Dates
Next application deadline:
September 22, 2025
Next start date:
October 28, 2025
Online RN to MSN - Nursing Educator: Fast Facts
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- Four-year program
- 38 credits total
- 125 clinical hours
- One four-day campus residency during the third year
Designed for Working Nurses
- Online, asynchronous coursework
- Four intakes per year
- Take one seven-week course at a time and enjoy a week off in between
- Flexible login times — complete your assignments on your schedule
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- Four-year program
- 38 credits total
- 125 clinical hours
- One four-day campus residency during the third year
Designed for Working Nurses
- Online, asynchronous coursework
- Four intakes per year
- Take one seven-week course at a time and enjoy a week off in between
- Flexible login times — complete your assignments on your schedule
RN to Nursing Education Program Curriculum
For a complete listing of RN to MSN nursing education courses, contact us for a program guide.
This course utilizes learning theories to design a teaching/ learning project. Strategic planning steps such as needs assessment, behavioral objectives, instructional design, and delivery for non-traditional learners will be explored.
Students will delve into the selection and application of instructional strategies for traditional and online learning environments. A variety of approaches for learning experiences in higher education, professional/staff development, and community programs for individuals or groups will be used.
Special topics of interest to the nurse-educator will be presented in this course. The topics will vary by semester at the discretion of the nursing department.
This course provides individually supervised field experience in clinical and academic settings that integrate concepts in nursing education with practical teaching situations. Students will also design an evidence-based project based on their practice setting.
Prerequisites: NUR 625 and NUR 635
Nurse educators teach the next generation of nurses and are significant in the delivery of patient care. The healthcare field is growing and in need of qualified educators. With an MSN Ed degree, nurse educators can earn as much as $94,720* depending on experience.
Contact us today to discuss Spring Arbor’s online RN Nurse Educator degree.
*https://nursejournal.org/articles/nursing-educator-careers-salary-outlook/
Grow as a Christ-Centered Nurse
At Spring Arbor University, it is a privilege to provide a Christ-centered nursing education to our students and to participate in their journey. You will grow spiritually, personally and professionally throughout this program and will gain a better understanding of what it means to live out your faith as a nurse.
While the Christian faith is the foundation of our program, we welcome all students regardless of personal faith. All students will benefit from introspection and critical thinking as they consider how to meaningfully care for patients of different faith backgrounds.
Watch this video for more information on our faith-based philosophy.
