NURS 600 - Development of the Nurse Educator

Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory (or Other) Hours: 0

Prerequisite(s): NURS 500 , NURS 502
Restriction(s): None

Corequisite(s): None

This course focuses on the development of the nursing educator as an advanced practice nurse. Using case studies, development of a literature review, and discussions, students will synthesize content related to issues and trends in advanced nursing practice, ethical/legal topics, student diversity, teaching in classroom and clinical settings, and faculty role development.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Analyze diverse components of the faculty role in academic and clinical settings
Examine current issues and trends affecting nursing education, with historical influences
Integrate ethical and legal foundations of education into the faculty role
Explore educational strategies for learners from diverse backgrounds
Develop a personal philosophy of education and professional educator development plan.