Earn your MSN degree online and prepare to teach, mentor, and inspire the next generation of nurses.
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The Nursing Education Track at Eagle Gate College prepares you to advance your nursing career by becoming an educator and mentor to future nurses. Through engaging online coursework and hands-on practicum experiences, you’ll develop the knowledge and teaching skills needed to design curriculum, evaluate learning outcomes, and guide students in academic or clinical settings. Across 36 semester hours, 600 instructional hours, and 90 instructional weeks, you’ll explore topics such as healthcare ethics, leadership in nursing education, evidence-based research, and healthcare informatics. Upon graduation, you’ll be ready to take on leadership roles in nursing education and inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals.
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| NUR500 – Foundations and Perspectives of MSN | 3 |
| NUR504 – Leading Change through Nursing Theory | 3 |
| NUR508 – Health Care Informatics for Nursing Practice | 3 |
| NUR502 – Ethics of Health Care Delivery | 3 |
| NUR506 – Research for Promotion of Evidence Based Care | 3 |
| NUR510 – Effective Communication and Collaboration in Health Care | 3 |
| NUR532 – Advanced Pathophysiology | 2 |
| NUR538 – Strategies for Effective Instruction | 3 |
| NUR542 – Curriculum Assessment, Development, Design, Planning, Implementation, and Competency Evaluation | 3 |
| NUR534 – Advanced Pharmacology | 2 |
| NUR536 – Advanced Health Assessment | 2 |
| NUR540 – Health Promotion, Disease Prevention, and Project Development | 3 |
| NUR544 – Capstone Immersion Practicum (Nursing Education) and Project Report | 3 |
Earn your MSN degree at your own pace with convenient online classes built for working nurses. Learn from experienced nurse educators, engage with peers in a virtual environment, and balance your education with your career and personal commitments.
Start your journey to becoming a nurse educator without unnecessary delays. With no entrance exam or waitlist, Eagle Gate College makes it simple to begin advancing your career in nursing education.
We’re committed to making your education accessible and affordable. Our financial aid advisors can help you explore scholarships, grants, and loan opportunities to manage tuition, books, and living costs while pursuing your MSN.
The Nursing Education track opens the door to a fulfilling career as a nurse educator. Professionals who teach, develop curricula, advise students, evaluate courses, and oversee clinical internships in settings such as nursing colleges, universities, hospitals, and clinics can expect strong employment growth. According to the BLS, the mean annual wage for Nursing Instructors and Teachers at the postsecondary level is about $87,090 as of May 2024. Salaries may vary by region, years of experience, and institutional type.
To learn more, view our comprehensive career guide on how to become a Nurse Educator.
MSN-prepared nurse educators typically:
Tuition for the MSN in Nursing Education at Eagle Gate College varies based on enrollment status, transfer credits, and financial aid eligibility. Because every student’s situation is unique, your Admissions Advisor will provide a personalized cost estimate outlining tuition, fees, and related expenses. You will also review available funding options before beginning the program so you can plan your graduate education with clarity and confidence.
Financial aid is available for those who qualify and may include federal grants, federal student loans, and institutional scholarship opportunities. The process begins by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Our Financial Aid team will guide you through each step, explain your award package in detail, and help you understand repayment responsibilities.
Yes. Flexible payment arrangements are available to help make earning your MSN in Nursing Education more manageable. After reviewing your financial aid eligibility and other funding sources, a Financial Aid representative can help structure a payment plan that aligns with your financial goals.
We recommend submitting your FAFSA as soon as you apply for admission. Early completion allows time for processing and packaging your financial aid award, helping ensure a smooth start to your program.
Yes. Eagle Gate College evaluates official transcripts from accredited graduate nursing programs to determine which courses may transfer into the MSN in Nursing Education. Transfer decisions are based on course equivalency, academic rigor, credit hours, and alignment with program outcomes.
Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution to qualify for admission. If you have previously completed graduate-level coursework, you may be eligible for transfer credit depending on curriculum compatibility.
Submit your official transcripts for a complimentary evaluation. The admissions team will provide a detailed review outlining which courses may apply toward your MSN degree plan and how they impact your timeline to completion.
Yes. Credits earned at another Unitek Learning institution may be eligible for transfer if they meet graduate-level standards and align with the MSN in Nursing Education curriculum.
Applicants must hold a BSN from an accredited institution and maintain an active, unencumbered Registered Nurse license. Candidates must also meet graduate admissions criteria, which may include minimum GPA requirements, submission of official transcripts, and completion of background and drug screenings prior to practicum placement, if required.
No formal teaching experience is required. The program is designed for practicing RNs who want to develop the knowledge, instructional strategies, and confidence needed to educate future nurses in academic or clinical settings.
Application fees may vary by campus. Your Admissions Representative will provide details and guide you through the application process.
Yes. The program is delivered fully online, providing flexibility for working nurses. Coursework is structured to allow you to balance professional responsibilities while completing graduate-level assignments and practicum requirements.
Students have access to experienced faculty mentors, structured academic support, writing resources, and online tutoring services. Faculty engagement emphasizes scholarly writing, curriculum development, instructional design, and research application.
Eagle Gate College provides comprehensive support throughout your MSN journey, including financial counseling, admissions guidance, academic advising, and career services. From enrollment through graduation, dedicated teams are available to support your academic and professional success.
The MSN in Nursing Education prepares Registered Nurses to serve as nurse educators in academic institutions, healthcare organizations, and clinical training environments. The curriculum focuses on curriculum development, instructional strategies, assessment methods, educational technology, and evidence-based teaching practices. Graduates are equipped to support the next generation of nurses and contribute to workforce development in healthcare.
Earning an MSN in Nursing Education positions you for advancement into teaching, staff development, and clinical education roles. It is ideal for RNs who want to move into academic or training-focused positions while maintaining a strong foundation in nursing practice. The degree also strengthens leadership, communication, and curriculum design skills valued in healthcare and higher education settings.
Students complete approximately 90–135 supervised practicum hours aligned with their selected track. Nursing Education students gain experience in academic or clinical teaching environments, focusing on curriculum development, instructional strategies, and student evaluation.
Graduates may pursue roles such as Nurse Educator, Clinical Instructor, Staff Development Coordinator, Academic Faculty Member, or Nursing Professional Development Specialist in colleges, hospitals, and healthcare systems.
According to the BLS, employment for postsecondary teachers, which includes nursing instructors, is projected to grow 7% from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations.
According to the BLS, the mean annual wage for Nursing Instructors and Teachers at the postsecondary level is about $87,090 as of May 2024, though salaries vary by location, institution type, and years of experience.
*These placement rates are based on program-specific and campus-specific data reported to our institutional accreditor(s) in 2024. While the figures shown here are not separately reported to our accreditor, they are derived from those outcomes. For full details by program and campus, please visit our Disclosures page.
*Please note that wage data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) or other third-party sources may not be an accurate reflection of all areas of the country, may not account for the employees’ years of experience, and may not reflect the wages or outlook of entry-level employees, such as graduates of our program (accessed on 1/8/2026).
