This course provides an overview of the nurse educator role. A variety of teaching and learning theories will be evaluated along with a wide selection of instructional methodologies appropriate for the higher education setting and/or staff development.

Analyze curriculum components for contemporary nursing education. Incorporation of state and accrediting standards are discussed. Evaluation as a critical component of curriculum design is examined. Students will have the opportunity to integrate evidence-based practices and established standards in the development of a simulated nursing education program.

This course provides the opportunity to acquire advanced knowledge and skills in the principles of advanced clinical pharmacology in nursing across the lifespan. Pharmacological treatment of major health problems will be examined with opportunities to apply evidence-based knowledge as it relates to the nurse educator.