Graduate Bulletin
Nursing, M.S.N.
Concentration: Nurse Educator
COLLEGE OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND SOCIAL WORK
Admission Requirements and Deadlines
Application Deadline:
Fall: February 15
Spring: October 15
APPLY ONLINE to this graduate program.
Letters of Reference:
Number Required: 2
From Whom: Letters of recommendation should be obtained from employers, professional colleagues, and/or college faculty members.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline:
A baccalaureate degree in Nursing with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is needed to apply to the M.S.N. program. An individual with an R.N. license and a baccalaureate degree in another discipline is eligible to apply to the M.S.N. program upon completion of a series of four courses, referred to as the “Transition Program,” with a cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Statement of Goals:
The Statement of Goals should be approximately 500-1,000 words in length and include the following: the reason for your interest in a graduate degree; why you are interested in Temple's program; and your future career goals.
Standardized Test Scores:
The GRE/MAT is required. Scores are expected to be at or above the 50th percentile. To qualify for a waiver of the GRE or MAT requirement, the applicant must have either an:
- undergraduate GPA greater than 3.25
- cumulative GPA of 3.25 in three graduate core courses if undergraduate GPA is less than or equal to 3.24
- graduate degree in another discipline
Minimum TOEFL score needed to be accepted: 600 paper-based, 250 computer-based, or 100 internet-based.
Interview:
Applicants are required to interview with Dolores M. Zygmont, Ph.D., R.N., by calling 215-707-5018.
Resume:
A professional resume is required.
Transfer Credit:
Graduate credits from an accredited institution may be transferred into the Graduate Nursing Program. The course must be equivalent to coursework offered at Temple, and the grade must be a "B" or better to transfer. The decision is made by the Associate Chair of Graduate Education in conjunction with the faculty responsible for the course in question. The maximum number of credits a student may transfer is 6.
Other:
Copies of the applicant's current nursing license must be provided with the application packet.
Program Requirements
General Program Requirements:
Number of Didactic Credits Required Beyond the Baccalaureate: 38
Required Courses:
Core Courses (18 credits):
HRP 5200: Clinical Pharmacology
NURS 5501: Theories for Advanced Practice Nursing of Families and Individuals
NURS 5553: Pathophysiology for Advanced Nursing Practice
NURS 5558: Local and Global Perspectives in Population Health
NURS 5901: Statistics for Evidence-Based Practice
NURS 5902: Evidence-Based Practice
Specialty Courses (20 credits):
NURS 8788: History and Philosophy of Higher and Nursing Education
NURS 8789: Educational Technology and Approaches in Nursing Education
NURS 8801: Pedagogical Theory and Educational Philosophy in Nursing Curriculum Development
NURS 8802: Journey from Novice to Expert: Understanding the Adult Learner
NURS 8803: Evaluation of Learning and Instruction in Nursing Education
NURS 8804: Program Evaluation and Quality Improvement in Nursing Education
NURS 9488: Nurse Educator Practicum
Internship: No internship is required.
Language Examination: No language examination is required.
Culminating Events:
During NURS 9488: Nurse Educator Practicum, students are expected to develop, implement, and evaluate an evidence-based project in consultation with the faculty and preceptor.
Contacts
Program Contact Information:
www.temple.edu/chp/departments/nursing/
Department Information:
Dept. of Nursing
Graduate Education
College of Health Professions and Social Work
3307 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
nursing@temple.edu
215-707-5018
Department Contacts:Admissions:
nursing@temple.edu
215-707-5018
Program Coordinator:
Dolores M. Zygmont, Ph.D., R.N.
zygmont@temple.edu
215-707-3789
Graduate Chairperson:
Dolores M. Zygmont, Ph.D., R.N.
zygmont@temple.edu
215-707-3789
Chairperson:
Frances Ward, Ph.D., C.R.N.P.
David R. Devereaux, Chair and Professor
fward@temple.edu
215-707-8327
About the Program
Graduate nursing education strongly reflects the values and goals of Nursing and the broad mission of Temple University. The M.S.N. in Nursing, with a concentration as Nurse Educator, prepares the professional nurse to function in an educator role in a variety of settings. The curriculum focuses on the role of the educator in developing curriculum; meeting the needs of the learner; and evaluating students, instruction, and educational programs. Graduate education fosters the development of independent and collaborative problem solving. Graduate faculty are committed to academic excellence, critical thinking, and the use of scientific knowledge in decision making. The environment promotes intellectual dialogue and fosters individual growth to impact nursing.
Time Limit for Degree Completion: 3 years
Campus Location:
Health Sciences
Core
courses are offered on the HSC campus, online, or as a hybrid.
Full-Time/Part-Time Status:
Students can attend as either full-time or part-time students. Classes are offered between 4:30 p.m. and 10:15 p.m.
Department Information:
Dept. of Nursing
Graduate Education
College of Health Professions and Social Work
3307 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
nursing@temple.edu
215-707-5018
Interdisciplinary Study:
Not applicable.
Affiliation(s):
Not applicable.
Study Abroad:
No.
Ranking:
Not applicable.
Accreditation:
The Department of Nursing is accredited for 10 years, through 2012, by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Areas of Specialization:
The M.S.N. in Nursing is offered with two concentrations: Clinical Nurse Leader and Nurse Educator.
Job Placement:
Graduates of the program are employed as staff development instructors, clinical educators, clinical faculty, and faculty.
Licensure:
Not applicable.
Non-Degree Student Policy:
Non-matriculated students can take a total of 9 graduate credits prior to matriculation, although they must submit a complete application before registering for their third course. Only the following courses may be taken while a non-matriculated student: NURS 5501: Theories for Advanced Practice Nursing of Families and Individuals; NURS 5553: Pathophysiology for Advanced Nursing Practice; NURS 5558: Local and Global Perspectives in Population Health; NURS 5901: Statistics for Evidence-Based Practice; and NURS 5902: Evidence-Based Practice.
Financing Opportunities
Funds are available to matriculated students who are in specialty courses and nearing program completion.
Updated 2.5.10
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