Nursing - Leadership in Nursing Education
MSN
The Nursing - Leadership in Nursing Education Program offers graduates of a Master of Science degree program in nursing an opportunity to engage in scholarly inquiry related to nursing education grounded in caring science. Theory-guided, reflective practice informs curriculum understandings and educational praxis in a variety of settings. Practicum experiences are available in colleges and universities, clinical professional development in acute care and community settings, simulation sites, and other teaching and learning environments to meet the student’s needs.
Program Location
What Makes Our Program Unique
Support
Students are admitted to the graduate programs as members of a cohort, progressing together in a supportive environment.
Accelerated Format
Our accelerated format is designed for nurses in practice who choose part-time study.
Class Schedules
Classes are usually taken sequentially, one class at a time, on the same day of the week and during the same four-hour period throughout the program. Regular courses range from four to nine weeks in duration, while the required 90-hour education practica are offered for the entire semester.
https://catalog.ndm.edu/graduate-catalog/school-of-nursing
What to Expect Studying at Notre Dame of Maryland University
Small class sizes, cohorts, and personal attention provide a supportive learning environment while practica and study abroad experiences provide opportunities for enacting leadership in teaching.
Student
Jenell Steele, BSN, RN
Maryland Board of Nursing Appointee
Student, NDMU Class of 2018
Nursing - Leadership in Nursing Education
Governor Larry Hogan appointed Jenell to the Maryland Board of Nursing as the Registered Nurse-At-Large member. She began her term in February 2018 and will serve for four years by bringing a firsthand perspective of the issues and trends impacting nursing care in Maryland. Jenell has been a registered nurse for five years and works at Johns Hopkins Bayview.
Cohen Scholars Program
Notre Dame of Maryland University offers scholarships through the Cohen Scholars Program for students pursuing the MSN - Leadership in Nursing Education concentration. Funded by the Maryland Nurse Support Program II, the scholarships help prepare students to become nurse educators, nurse faculty, or clinical educators in Maryland. Award recipients may receive scholarships up to the full amount of tuition and mandatory fees. Interested students may apply for Cohen Scholars through NDMU after applying to the University.
Practicum & Service Opportunities
Practicum experiences are tailored to meet your professional goals. Placements are coordinated through our faculty.
Possible placement locations include:
- Community Colleges
- Universities
- Clinical Education Settings
- Medical Centers
- Professional Nursing Organizations
- Non-Profit Agencies
- Government Agencies
Service Learning
Each cohort practices the art of advocacy and service as a professional leadership responsibility.
Examples of Supported Programs
- Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital
- Little Pink Houses of Hope
- The Ark Preschool for the Homeless
- Personal Caring Bags for Parents at Johns Hopkins Children Center
Study Abroad Options
By working with faculty and the Office of International Programs, our students have studied health policy, leadership, and have even partially fulfilled education practicum requirements at locations around the world.
Previous Destinations
- Ireland
- Haiti