Certificate in Nursing Education Courses

Courses

Credits are listed in parentheses.

NURS603 • Teaching-Learning Processes for Adults (3)

Analysis of theories of adult development and learning as they apply to teaching/learning and evaluation strategies with adults in a variety of settings.

NURS607 • Curriculum Development in Nursing (3)

Examination of philosophical perspectives and professional standards as a foundation for curricular design. Includes curriculum frameworks, outcomes, competencies, learning experiences to achieve outcomes, and a model for curriculum evaluation. Prior completion of NURS603 and NURS658 recommended.

NURS613 • Issues and Trends in Nursing Education (3)

Exploration of the issues and trends that influence the nurse educator’s role within changing healthcare and educational environments. Includes analysis of the technological, legal, economic, political, cultural, ethical, and professional dynamics. Prior completion of NURS603 and NURS658 recommended.

NURS658 • Measurement and Assessment of Learning in Nursing Education (3)

Methods of assessment and measurement of learning are analyzed and applied in selected nursing education situations. Includes psychometric theory, various forms of assessment, test construction, and ethical/legal issues surrounding assessment.

Bethel University reserves the right to withdraw, modify, or add to the list of courses or the course descriptions listed above and to cancel any course 10 calendar days prior to the start date if minimum enrollment has not been met.