Nursing Education, Ed.D. (Ed.D. Completion Pathway)

Eligible pathway students are required to complete the courses listed at ACE to earn an Ed.D. in Nursing Education. A total of 37 semester credits are required in the course list. Please note: students who have not completed at least 6 credits in research prior to enrolling at ACE will need to take additional research credits per the Transfer Credit Policy found here.

Program Description

The Doctorate in Nursing Education (Ed.D.) is designed for nurses with a master’s degree who want to become nurse educators in either the academic or professional development arenas. The degree equips the nurse educator with the necessary competencies to create and evaluate curriculum, manage classrooms, develop effective teaching strategies, conduct program evaluation, and utilize innovative technology to educate the next generation of nurses. Using a unique interdisciplinary approach, the program focuses on the science of teaching and learning for the Nurse Educator. Students will engage in scholarly research throughout the coursework to support their final dissertation.

Program Outcomes

1. Demonstrate expertise in the creation, implementation, and evaluation of nursing curriculum that incorporates a global perspective to address health equity. (AO1)
2. Facilitate interprofessional partnerships and contribute to the scholarly community through collaborative research, education, and practice. (AO2)
3. Leverage technological systems to systematically evaluate nursing curricula, enhance teaching strategies, and drive evidence-based decisions that support population health. (AO3)
4. Utilize theoretical frameworks and innovative strategies to design and evaluate nursing education programs that reflect current trends and transformative practices. (AO4)
5. Incorporate servant leadership to inspire change and advance nursing education practices across various settings. (AO3)
6. Contribute to the profession of nursing practice or education through the dissemination of applied research. (AO2)
7. Demonstrate professional leadership in nursing education by applying evidence-based teaching, curriculum innovation, and policy advocacy that advances the field. (AO5)
8. Apply, analyze, and promote best practices in leadership. (AO5)
9. Demonstrate competence in the application of multiple research methods. (AO1)

Mission Statement

The mission of the Ed.D. in Nursing Education is to provide a research intensive, evidenced-based approach to nursing education. Students will be given the tools to transform nursing education by becoming exceptional educators and leaders who use forward-thinking, evidence-based innovation, and collaboration to transform organizations and systems within a global society.