1. What resources will I need for this course?

• A computer

• Internet access

• Competency in English

 

2. What will I learn if I take this course?

• Essential knowledge to transition into the role of clinical nursing instructor.

 

3. What background is expected to take this course?

• Interest in teaching nursing

• Licensure as an RN in Arizona

• Minimally you must be an RN with a BSN and three years of nursing experience

       (Arizona State Board of Nursing (AZBN), R4-19-204 E 1-2).

 

4. What will determine successful completion of this course?

• Completion of all modules

• Attendance of both face-to-face meetings

• Completion of all course evaluations, pretest and post-test.

• Recommendation by mentor/clinical coordinator

 

5. Are there any suggested textbooks?

• Yes. The suggested textbooks are:

1. Gaberson, K.B, Oermann, M.H., & Shellenbarger, T. (2015). Clinical Teaching Strategies in Nursing (4th ed.). New York, Springer Publishing Co.

2. Kan, E., & Stabler-Haas, S. (2014). Fast Facts for the Clinical Nursing Instructor: Clinical Teaching in a Nutshell. New York, Springer Publishing Co.