Post-Graduate Certificate Programs
Post-graduate nursing certificates, also referred to as post-master's nursing certificates,
are obtained by nurses who have a master’s degree or higher and want to obtain formal
education in a specialized area of practice. Post-graduate nursing certificates prepare
nurses in advanced practice roles, such as nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists,
nurse midwives, and nurse anesthetists. Other post-graduate certificates prepare nurses
to be nurse administrators or educators. Most post-graduate certificate programs can
be completed in one or two years. Many require additional clinical hours, and ultimately
their graduates are prepared to take national certification exams in the specialty
area.
Post-Graduate Nurse Educator Certificate
To address the shortage of nursing faculty in the United States, the Wellstar School of Nursing expanded its graduate programs to include a Post-Graduate Certificate with courses beginning in January 2024. The Post-Graduate Nurse Educator Certificate program is a 12-credit program that can be completed in two to four semesters, depending upon the number of courses taken during the same semester.
Applicants should be registered nurses and possess a master’s degree in another advanced nursing specialty, a DNP, or a PhD. Other admissions requirements include:
- GPA of at least 3.0 from an accredited institution.
- Current unincumbered RN licensure in the state of Georgia. A copy should be submitted with the application.
- A formal statement of personal goals for the program.
Term of Entry: Fall
Admissions Deadline: Priority Jan. 15; Final April 28
Request More information
Prospective students may contact Dr. Anne White, Program Coordinator, via email (awhite@kennesaw.edu) for more information.
