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Nursing Education

Shape the future of nursing with UNC Pembroke’s Post-Master’s Certificate in Nursing Education. Designed for experienced RNs with a master’s degree, this flexible program empowers you to become a leader in the classroom and beyond. Gain advanced teaching strategies and specialized knowledge to mentor and prepare the next generation of nursing professionals — on your schedule, at your pace.

Application Deadline

Aug. 11, 2025

Classes Start

Aug. 18, 2025

Post-Master’s Certificate in Nursing Education

Gain the confidence and credentials to lead in clinical, academic or staff development settings. In just nine credit hours, you'll explore curriculum design, technology integration and student evaluation. Classes are delivered 100% online, allowing you to balance your education with work and life.

To apply for the Post-Master’s Certificate in Nursing Education, you must:

  • Submit a completed application.
  • Hold a Master of Science in Nursing from a nationally accredited NLN or CCNE program.
  • Have a valid North Carolina nursing license or multistate privileges under the Nurse Licensure Compact.
  • Possess a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0.
  • Submit official transcripts from all postsecondary institutions.
  • Provide three letters of recommendation (two from master’s-prepared nursing professionals).
  • Submit a resume or curriculum vitae detailing your educational and work history.
  • Provide a personal statement that outlines your interest in nursing education, your career goals, academic strengths and any circumstances you'd like considered.

Program Curriculum

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Take the Next Step
With an MSN from UNCP

Don’t have your MSN degree yet? Consider UNCP’s MSN program. With flexible course delivery, small class sizes and faculty who know you by name, our MSN program is designed for working nurses ready to make a bigger impact in healthcare. Continue on to earn your Post-Master’s Certificate in Nursing Education. 

MSN Specialties

  • Clinical Prevention & Population Health
  • Nurse Educator
  • Clinical Nurse Leader

Explore the MSN Program

 

After UNCP

Nursing student Keely Jones Aliseo
I had so many great professors who were influential and passionate about nursing. Seeing how they cared about their students showed me how I need to care for my patients that way. The faculty is there for their students.

Keely Jones Aliseo

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Common Careers

  • Nursing Faculty (Academic Settings)
  • Clinical Nurse Educator
  • Patient Education Specialist
  • Healthcare Staff Development Coordinator

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Get In Touch

Our Admissions counselors are here to answer any questions you have.

or call us at 910.521.6271

 

 

Program Director

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Deborah Hummer

Associate Professor of Nursing


910.775.4406

Meet Our Faculty & Staff

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Tamara Adams

Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing


910.775.4141
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Christopher Barnes

Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing


919.902.8229
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Kelly Blackmon-Moran

Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing


910.521.6806
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Cherie Gerald

Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing


910.521.6653
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