This program prepares current and future nurse educators to design and implement technology‑enhanced learning experiences that strengthen educational quality across academic, clinical, and simulation settings.
This NEW program is now accepting applications.
Why Nursing Educational Technology and Innovation?
Learn to design and implement technology‑enhanced learning experiences.
Students learn to create curricula, instruction, and assessments that effectively integrate educational technologies. Emphasis is placed on using critical and creative thinking to develop innovative solutions that support optimal learning outcomes.
Strengthen collaboration through simulation and technology.
The program prepares learners to use advanced simulation and digital tools to enhance teamwork, support cross‑cultural communication, and promote meaningful knowledge sharing in diverse educational and clinical environments.
Engage with emerging technologies to build confidence and readiness for real‑world educational environments.
Students explore new and evolving digital tools and learn how to apply them effectively in teaching, learning, and simulation settings. The emphasis is on helping students feel prepared, capable, and adaptable as technology continues to shape nursing education.
Program Options
- MSN Nursing Educational Technology and Innovation – For nurses who want to work in academia with an expertise in educational technologies, including simulation.
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Nursing Educational Technology and Innovation – For nurses with a master’s degree who want further education in curricula, instruction, and assessments that effectively integrate educational technologies.
Curriculum
The Nursing Educational Technology and Innovation program offers the following options:
Graduates of either the MSN or PMC will be eligible for the CNE or the CNE Novice exams.
Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN)
- 34 credits (full-time and part-time study available: 8 semesters or 3 years, inclusive of 500 online practicum hours)
- Online coursework, Clinical – in-person, and can be completed anywhere in the country. Practicum can be completed either online or in person.
- Full-time and Part-time study available
- 34 credits
- Spring and Summer admissions
Four-Year Plan of Study Sample: Fall Start
YEAR 1
Fall (6 credits)
NCOR 6010G Role Development & Foundations of Practice (3.00)
NCOR 6020G Epidemiology & Research for Evidence-Based Practice (3.00)
Spring (6 credits)
NCOR 6040G Health Data, Informatics & Tech (3.00)
NCOR 5050G Intgr. Foundations of Hlt Assmt, Patho, and Pharm for Non-Clinical Nsg Roles (3.00) (35 clinical hours)
Summer (0 credits)
MM (no fee)
YEAR 2
Fall (6 credits)
NET 6010G Instructional Design and Technology-enhanced Course Facilitation (3.00) (80 clinical hours)
NCOR 6060G Healthcare Delivery & Economics (3.00) (35 clinical hours)
Spring (6 credits)
LDR 6010G Organizational Complexity Theory (3.00) (35 clinical hours)
NET 6020G Revolutionizing Curriculum through Backward Design (3.00) (80 clinical hours)
Summer (6 credits)
NET 6030G Assessment and Evaluation of Competencies in Nursing Education (3.00) (80 clinical hours)
NCOR 6050G Strategic Leadership & Partnerships (3.00) (35 clinical hours)
YEAR 3
Fall (4 credits)
NET 6040G Simulation and Clinical Teaching in Nursing Education (4.00) (120 clinical hours)
SUMMARY
Total Program Credits: 34.00
Total Clinical Hours: 500 (minimum)
Four-Year Plan of Study Sample: Spring Start
YEAR 1
Spring (6 credits)
NCOR 6040G Health Data, Informatics & Tech (3.00)
LDR 6010G Organizational Complexity Theory (3.00) (35 clinical hours)
Summer (3 credits)
NCOR 6050G Strategic Leadership & Partnerships (3.00) (35 clinical hours)
YEAR 2
Fall (6 credits)
NCOR 6010G Role Development & Foundations of Practice (3.00)
NCOR 6020G Epidemiology & Biostatistics for Evidence-Based Practice (3.00)
Spring (6 credits)
NCOR 5050G Intgr. Foundations of Hlt Assmt, Patho, and Pharm for Non-Clinical Nsg Roles (3.00) (35 clinical hours)
NET 6020G Revolutionizing Curriculum through Backward Design (3.00) (80 clinical hours)
Summer (3 credits)
NET 6030G Assessment and Evaluation of Competencies in Nursing Education (3.00) (80 clinical hours)
YEAR 3
Fall (6 credits)
NET 6010G Instructional Design and Technology-enhanced Course Facilitation (3.00) (80 clinical hours)
NCOR 6060G Healthcare Delivery & Economics (3.00) (35 clinical hours)
Spring (4 credits)
NET 6040G Simulation and Clinical Teaching in Nursing Education (4.00) (120 clinical hours)
SUMMARY
Total Program Credits: 34.00
Total Clinical Hours: 500 (minimum)
Post-Master’s Certificate
- 13 credits (part-time study: 4 semesters or 15 months, inclusive of 360 online practicum hours)
- Fully Online Program
- Fall, Spring, or Summer start
Post-Master’s Curriculum
Fall (3 credits)
NET 6010 – Instructional Design and Technology-enhanced Course Facilitation (3.00) (80 clinical hours)
Spring (3 credits)
NET 6020 – Revolutionizing Curriculum through Backward Design (3.00) (80 clinical hours)
Summer (3 credits)
NET 6030 – Assessment and Evaluation of Competencies in Nursing Education (3.00) (80 clinical hours)
Fall (4 credits)
NET 6040 – Simulation and Clinical Teaching in Nursing Education (4.00) (120 clinical hours)
SUMMARY
Total Program Credits: 13.00
Total Clinical Hours: 360
Admissions
Fall (September) Start Deadlines
- Priority Application Deadline: March 1 – Apply by this date for priority consideration and to receive your admission decision sooner.
- Final Application Deadline: July 1 – Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until this date, with full consideration for all applicants.
Spring Start Deadline: December 1
Ready to take the next step? Here’s what you need to apply:
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in nursing from a nationally accredited program.
- Preferred GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale
- Current unencumbered RN license. A New Jersey or Compact State RN license will be required after acceptance to the program and within the first semester of study. Students are required to maintain current licensure throughout the program.
- Personal and Goal statements ‐ Applicants are expected to submit a concise essay (no more than 2 pages) addressing the following:
- How have your personal qualities and experiences influenced your career choice, and how will they contribute to attaining this degree?
- Discuss your reasons for choosing this specialty in relation to your career goals. How will this degree impact your care of the population you expect to serve after graduation?
- Two letters of reference that attest to the applicant’s academic ability, professional competency, and personal character. The letters should be provided by a former faculty member or a professional colleague, and at least one letter should be from an individual in a supervisory role.
- Resume/CV
- Official transcript(s) of all prior college work
- Fully submitted online application, including paid application fee
- If necessary, an interview may be offered to qualified applicants.
- Newly admitted students must submit updated official transcripts/documents verifying completion of all “in progress” degrees, coursework, or licensure before starting the program. Failure to comply will result in admission being rescinded.
*Please note that GRE testing is not required.
- Applicants can view their most current admissions status through the online application system.
- The online application includes an admissions checklist that must be completed to be considered for admission to the program.
- Applicants are required to submit admission documents through the online application system (the applicant checklist).
- Applicants are required to submit official transcripts for all previous college work.
- Electronic transcripts (recommended) can be sent to transcripts_nursing@gradadm.rutgers.edu
- Paper transcripts can be sent to the Office of Admissions & Recruitment – School of Nursing, 65 Bergen St. (Room 601), Newark, NJ 07107
For Rutgers Graduates Only: The School of Nursing Admissions Office will automatically obtain your Rutgers academic transcript after you submit your online application. You do not need to provide it yourself. However, you must still submit transcripts from any non-Rutgers schools you attended.
Once the admissions process begins, applicants with fully completed applications (all supporting documentation received) generally receive their admissions decision within 2-3 weeks.
Information Sessions
Group Appointments
Individual Appointments
Meet the Program Director
Dr. Jeannette Manchester provides leadership for faculty professional development within the School of Nursing and for continuing education programming for health care professionals across New Jersey and beyond. She creates and implements state-of-the-art continuing nursing education programs designed for nurses with limited time but high demand.
International Applicants
The School of Nursing’s Division of Advanced Nursing Practice welcomes applications from international students. We encourage you to explore the resources available through Rutgers Global – International Students and Scholars. Please note: Our programs do not qualify for F-1 or J-1 visa sponsorship. Applicants should ensure that they hold or are eligible for another visa type before applying. View info for international applicants.
Licensure Disclosure for Nursing Educational Technology and Innovation
- View Professional Licensure Disclosures for the Nursing Educational Technology and Innovation program
- Distance and Experiential Learning Disclosures and Approvals
Licensure & Clinical Compliance for Nursing Programs
At Rutgers School of Nursing, we are dedicated to preparing ethical and skilled nursing professionals. To be licensed in most states, a criminal history background check is a prerequisite for licensure as a registered professional nurse (RN) per the state’s Board of Nursing. Since eligibility criteria may vary, applicants should check with the Board of Nursing of the state in which they plan to apply for licensure to determine the eligibility criteria.
See our Nursing Licensure Requirements page for more information
All nursing students in clinical courses are required to complete a criminal history background check. Depending on your program, clinical sites may require additional screening, such as drug testing and/or fingerprinting, to ensure compliance with their policies and standards. Please review Clinical Clearance Requirements for individual Rutgers nursing programs. These practices reflect the nursing profession’s commitment to trust, accountability, and community safety. If you have questions or need support, our team is here to help guide you on your journey.
Accessibility Accommodations
Many students have questions about disclosing their disability needs when they apply to Rutgers Health programs. The short answer is you don’t have to disclose if you’re not comfortable sharing that information with us at the application stage. Some examples of accommodations needed may include, but are not limited to, sign language interpreters, interviewing accommodations, or accommodations during visitation. If you need accessibility accommodations during the application or interview process for admissions at Rutgers Health, you can explore your options by contacting the Rutgers Health Office of Disability Services or by calling 973-640-0058.
Rutgers Health doesn’t discriminate against students with disabilities, and students are not required or expected to disclose disabilities when they apply to Rutgers Health Programs, unless accommodations are needed during the application process. You can rest assured that we are committed to creating an equal-access environment and supporting your needs during your time at Rutgers.