MSN Nurse Educator Online
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Credit Hours
Degree CCNE
Class Type
100% online,* 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Automatic minimum 39 credits for RN licensure and transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
May 13, 2024
Accreditation
CCNE

Our RN to BSN to MSN – Nurse Educator Degree is an Accelerated Nursing Program Online That Will Save You Time and Money 

Nurse educators have two very important responsibilities, practicing nursing and training future nurses to provide critical care to patients and save lives. If you are a registered nurse and are ready to pursue a degree program that combines your passion for nursing practice and teaching, then Liberty’s accelerated nursing program online is for you!

Our RN to BSN to MSN online — nurse educator program can prepare you for employment or advancement in the rewarding field of nurse education.

Licensure requirements may vary and are subject to change without notice. View your state’s requirements here: licensure/certification requirements.

*Some exclusions apply. Please refer to our exclusions page for more information.


Why Choose Liberty University’s RN to BSN to MSN Online — Nurse Educator Degree Program?

With an RN license, you will receive a minimum total of 39 credits of transfer credit to help you complete our accelerated RN to MSN track. Our RN to BSN to MSN online — nurse educator degree program is offered 100% online, which means you can obtain your bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing on your schedule from wherever you live. You can focus on your current career as an RN while working towards obtaining your BSN and MSN degrees by taking advantage of our flexible 8-week program format.

CCNE Accredited

Intelligent Best RN To BSN Program

GradSchoolHub Online Master Of Science In Nursing

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program, and the post-graduate APRN certificate program at Liberty University School of Nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

Top Benefits of the Online RN to BSN to MSN Degree

  • 39 Credits for RN License – With an RN license, you will receive 39 hours of course credits toward your nursing degree.
  • Reduced Tuition Rate – For any of Liberty’s RN to BSN to MSN tracks, you’ll pay only $330 per credit hour for part- or full-time!
  • 2-Year BSN and MSN Accelerated Track – Liberty’s School of Nursing offers the online RN-BSN-MSN program in an accelerated format that will allow you to earn both your BSN and MSN faster than ever. Call us today to find out how in 24 months you will be able to earn both your BSN and MSN online.

What Will You Learn in Our RN to BSN to MSN Online — Nurse Educator Degree Program?

Our RN to BSN to MSN — Nurse Educator online program is packed with the essential coursework you need to become an expert in nurse education. Our accelerated nursing programs include undergraduate general education and nursing courses as well as graduate-level nursing and business courses. Take a look at our sample course guides below to see how you will engage with essential topics such as health policy, informatics, and healthcare technology.

Featured Courses

  • NURS 504 – Advanced Pharmacology
  • NURS 505 – Advanced Health/Physical Assessment
  • NURS 506 – Advanced Physiology and Pathophysiology
  • NURS 617 – Nurse Educator: Advanced Clinical

Course guides available upon request

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RN to BSN to MSN Online — Nurse Educator Degree Program Information

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Additional Program Information

  • Credit is given for RN licensure, and no challenge tests are required.
  • Students should seek programs of study approved by their state. For more information, visit our State Approval Disclosure notifications page for Liberty University nursing programs.
  • For students who would like an on-campus experience, the following courses are also offered in an optional, intensive format during the fall and spring semesters.
    • NURS 325 – Nursing Concepts
    • NURS 492 – Advanced Concepts of Nursing Practice. 
  • For more information about these intensives, please contact luoadvising@liberty.edu.
  • A background check and RN Licensure verification will be completed while enrolled in Advanced Nursing Communication, the required first nursing course. There is a fee of $39.95 (additional charges may apply) associated with this requirement.

Military Benefits

Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe. Whether you are a current service member, discharged or retired from service, or the spouse of a service member or veteran, we are here to support you every step of the journey.

As a thank-you for your dedication and service to our country, Liberty is honored to serve and support you in your pursuit of online education by offering the following benefits: 

  • Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for RN to BSN to MSN courses
  • Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)
  • 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)

Please note: Military students seeking admission to the RN to BSN to MSN dual degree program are not eligible to use TA Benefits at this time. However, they are welcomed to pursue our BSN or MSN individually or use alternative funding.

Admission Requirements for the RN to BSN to MSN Accelerated Track

Applicants must have a 3.0 or above cumulative GPA for admission in good standing. Please visit our admission requirements page for more detailed admissions-related information.

At this time, our RN to BSN to MSN degree is limited in certain states. Please view the licensure/certification requirements for your state. International students can contact the School of Nursing for questions about admission to their specific degree of interest.

All applicants must submit the following:

  • Admission application
  • Application fee*
  • Official college transcripts
  • Unofficial college transcripts may be accepted with a completed official transcript request form**
  • Proof of RN license
  • Official high school transcripts or official GED test scores are required for an official admissions decision
    • Students may be allowed to enroll in up to 12 credit hours with Liberty with the submission of an unofficial high school transcript and our High School Self-Certification form
  • Proof of English proficiency (for applicants whose native language is other than English)

*There is no upfront application fee; however, a deferred $50 application fee will be assessed during Financial Check-In. This fee is waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required.

**An official transcript is needed within 60 days of acceptance or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first. 

RN to BSN to MSN Degree CCNE Accreditation

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program, and the post-graduate APRN certificate program at Liberty University School of Nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

CCNE Accredited


Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, bachelor’s, master’s, specialist, and doctoral degrees.

For questions about the accreditation of Liberty University, please contact:

Commission on Colleges
1866 Southern Ln.
Decatur, GA 30033-4097
(404) 679-4500

Inquiries about the institution itself, such as admission requirements, financial aid, educational programs, etc., should be addressed directly to Liberty University.

 

RN to BSN to MSN Online Program Highlights

  • We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online RN to BSN to MSN degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
  • Your success is our success, which is why we’re committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. Liberty’s RN to BSN to MSN track has a reduced tuition rate of $330 per credit hour for part- or full-time. This includes the tuition for graduate courses!
  • To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no cost to you.

  • With an RN license, you will receive a minimum of 39 hours of transfer credit with no challenge tests so you can finish your degree faster!
  • You will have networking opportunities with other RNs in the program from around the country.
  • Obtain real-world experience with your in-person practicums. 

Potential Career Options with a Nurse Educator Degree Program

  • Curriculum coordinator
  • Professional workforce development
  • Staff/patient educator
  • Undergraduate university nurse professor