Baker College

What you'll study

Coursework combines core graduate nursing content with specialized education topics. Students learn curriculum development, clinical instruction methods, assessment and evaluation of learners, and strategies for continuing professional education. The practicum places students in real teaching environments to apply instructional design and student-assessment skills.

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to be working in the nursing field and hold a bachelor’s degree in nursing or a related degree.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles that include academic faculty at nursing programs, clinical educator positions within hospitals and healthcare facilities, curriculum developer, educational consultant, or organizer of community health education and continuing education workshops. Employment settings cited include hospitals, technical and vocational schools, online education platforms, community and public health organizations, professional associations, research institutions, corporate consulting, and government agencies.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Financial support options vary by institution and may include scholarships, employer tuition assistance, grants, or loan programs; prospective students should consult Baker College financial services and external nursing education funding sources for current opportunities.