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Master of Science (MS) — Nursing Education Emphasis

Earn your master’s in just 16 months with this fully online, flexible program designed for working professionals. Gain the skills to teach in academic or clinical settings, mentor future nurses, and lead evidence-based change in health care.

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Differentiated Student Expected Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Nursing Education emphasis, graduates will be able to:

  • Function as a change agent and leader through evidence-based teaching, curriculum development, and continuous quality improvement.
  • Design and deliver inclusive, technology-enhanced learning experiences that support diverse learners in academic and clinical environments.
  • Evaluate learner performance and provide meaningful feedback to foster critical thinking, clinical competence, and professional growth.
  • Engage in lifelong learning and scholarly inquiry to advance nursing education and uphold academic and regulatory standards.

Emphasis Length

The MS in Nursing Education is completed in 4 semesters

Asynchronous (clinical experiences can be arranged in your area or online)

Career Advancement

Enhance your role as an academic or clinical educator and graduate-prepared nurse leader

Certification Alignment

Courses are mapped to Certified Nurse Education (CNE) and Nursing Professional Development (NPD) certification

Emphasis Information

    Application Deadlines

    Fall Semester

    Opens: September 1

    Closes: March 1, 11:59PM MT

    Contact Us

    Program Manager
    Kristen Mahoney
    Email: kristen.mahoney@nurs.utah.edu

    Specialty Track Director
    Cynthia Beynon PhD, MSN-Ed, RN, CNE
    Email: cynthia.beynon@nurs.utah.edu

    Questions for a graduate advisor?
    kristen.mahoney@nurs.utah.edu