Online nursing education program launched

SUNYIT has launched an online option for students pursuing a master of science degree in nursing education. Interested students can now earn the degree through online study.

"The need for master's prepared faculty to educate future nurses is critical to addressing the nationwide nursing shortage," said Darlene Del Prato, chair of SUNYIT’s department of nursing and health professions. "The convenience of online learning will make it possible for nurses to advance their careers as faculty or administrative leaders in a variety of settings, such as nursing education and hospital staff development."

SUNYIT offers graduate and undergraduate programs in nursing. Its master’s degree programs are registered by the New York State Education Department and are nationally accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Applications for admission to the M.S. in nursing education program are now being accepted for the spring 2012 semester. Classes start January 17, 2012. For more information, e-mail gradcenter@sunyit.edu, call 315-792-7347 or visit SUNYIT's website at: http://www.sunyit.edu/