Inspired by increased responsibilities of school nurses in the past decade, our M.Ed. in School Nurse Education strengthens the knowledge of school nurse professionals. The curriculum focuses on nursing processes with school age children, management and evaluation of school health programs, leadership skills, research in the field, and legal and ethical issues in this unique nursing specialty. The program builds upon the standards of the National Association of School Nurses and reflects competency requirements outlined by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).

Students will discover their learning style and strengths, becoming lifelong learners. They will make sense of previous experiences and build on them to integrate new information, skills, and attitudes. They will gain competencies in research and analysis, and understanding of evidence-based health program outcomes, practice protocols and policies. They will serve more effectively as nurses and educators of children and adults from diverse backgrounds with diverse needs, creating learning environments and presentations. They will have a network of relationships with fellow learners, Cambridge College faculty, and the faculty of their own schools, a ready resource for their career growth in collaborative school health leadership.