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 1-2 years, many require additional clinical hours, and ultimately
prepare graduates 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 twelve-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.
Request More information
Prospective students may contact Dr. Anne White, Program Coordinator, via email (awhite@kennesaw.edu) for more information.
