Master in Nursing Education

The Master in Nursing Education program is a 30-unit professional graduate program that prepares nurses to assume the roles of teacher, good clinician, and leader manager in higher education institutions. The program will be jointly offered by UP Manila (UPM) College of Nursing and UPOU Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS)  delivered in a combination of face-to-face and online modes.

With this program, nurse educators can perform different roles in higher education institutions. The roles contributed to the framing of the program outcomes.  The educator role demonstrates varied skills in different educational contexts: curriculum development, clinical teaching and supervision, classroom teaching, laboratory and practicum teaching, application of knowledge of the learning process, and management of the learning environment. This role is supported by being a good clinician knowledgeable of the subject matter with the ability to communicate this knowledge to students. The roles also focus on skills related to professionalism, being a change agent, lifelong learning, collaboration, and communication, and the values essential for the full demonstration of the nurse educator role. Educating future nurses depends on the ability to interact and adjust to many diverse conditions and challenges, helping them to enact and enhance the best practices in teaching. 

At the end of the program, graduates can:

1. Perform skills relevant to curriculum design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and management based on contemporary educational theories, principles, and models
2. Facilitate learning through the application of theoretical concepts among diverse learners with different learning needs and styles
3. Maintain advanced knowledge and skills in the theory and practice of nursing 
4. Demonstrate professionalism and values in all responsibilities in the practice of nurse education

To reflect the partnership in the execution of this proposed program, a joint MNE Admissions Committee will be established. The members shall include representatives from both institutions. They will be tasked to collect and evaluate applications of prospective students.

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Good scholastic record from any recognized nursing institution of higher learning
• Duly accomplished application form
• At least one (1) year clinical experience
• Other Documents Needed:
  a. Original copy of the Official Transcript of Records (TOR)
  b. Two (2) recommendations from former professors, supervisors, or employers.
  c. Receipt of processing fee paid
  d. Resume or curriculum vitae
  e. Certified true copy of college diploma with the seal of the university and the signature of the registrar in ink.
  f. Four (4) passport-size photos
  g. Photocopy of birth certificate and marriage certificate (optional; for female applicants; PSA paper).
  h. Essay on an 8 ½” x 11” sheet of paper describing the applicant’s motivation for pursuing graduate study, view of self-directed learning as a method of instruction, and a description of his/her research interests.

The program shall follow the Minimum Admission Requirement by CHED Technical Panel of Nursing Education (TPNE).

• Registered nurse with an updated PRC card
• Nursing portfolio of professional experience and competencies

1. Download the Application Form and Recommendation Form from:
   https://ngohs.upm.edu.ph/forms-and-manuals/
2. Pay the processing fee.
3. Submit the accomplished forms and other required documents (refer to the checklist of requirements found on the second page of the application form) online through: http://bit.ly/upmgraduateprograms. Make sure that your requirements are complete.
4. The Application documents will undergo a series of evaluations (completion of requirements and computation of GWA by NGOHS, and deliberation on the qualifications by the Admissions Committee of the degree programs).
5. The Admission results will be posted on the website and emailed to successful applicants.

Admission to the MNE is highly selective. The MNE Admissions Committee will consider several factors that would determine the applicant’s potential success in the program.  This includes performance in the nursing baccalaureate degree, previous employment, research involvement, portfolio, and other personal qualifications. Using an objective review procedure and deliberation based on the submitted requirements, the MNE Admissions Committee will recommend selected applicants to the Deans of both Constituent Universities.

Courses are delivered on a semestral basis using various technologies where appropriate. The virtual classrooms run in MyPortal, the learning management system of the UPOU. This is where class announcements are made, course materials uploaded, discussions held and assignments uploaded.

Note:
– Off-track students are required to consult the MNE Program Chair at [email protected]
– All student-related information, resources, and services such as the academic procedures and policies, links to portals, academic calendar, program advising, course offerings, enrollment procedures, financial assistance, student well-being initiatives, examination, research support services, document request, graduation, UPOU helpdesk, and UPOU directory can be found in the FMDS Student Support Site.

*The application for comprehensive exam procedures can be found on this link. The comprehensive exam schedule announcement will be posted here. Students must be officially enrolled or on residency during the term in which the comprehensive exam is scheduled.

**The application for graduation procedures can be found on this link. Students completing all the academic requirements of the program on their last enrollment should apply for graduation on or before the deadline for filing of application for graduation on that particular term. The approval of the application will be deliberated upon by various bodies of the university (Faculty Council, University Council, and the UP Board of Regents). Upon receipt of the BOR-approved list of candidates for graduation, the Records Section will send the email notification to all graduates together with the documents that need to be accomplished (filing of University Clearance and Faculty Clearance, request for TOR and other documents, and other graduation-related information).

Practicum

Practicum components are an essential aspect of the Master in Nursing Education program, offering nurses valuable opportunities to apply teaching concepts in real-world settings. With the exception of N220, all courses require either 64 or 128 practicum hours, while N219.3 entails a more extensive commitment of 192 practicum hours. These experiences enable nurses to effectively develop and refine their instructional skills.

These teaching practicum requirements enable nurses to apply evidence-based teaching strategies, adapt to diverse learning needs, and build confidence in facilitating learning too. Through experiences in curriculum implementation, lesson planning, and classroom engagement, nurses enhance their leadership skills and deepen their understanding of effective education practices.

Comprehensive Examination

The Master’s program follows a non-thesis track, emphasizing the application of knowledge in professional practice. As part of the program requirements, students must complete a capstone project, compile a professional portfolio, and pass a comprehensive examination, as mandated by CHED Memorandum Order No. 15, Series of 2019.

The comprehensive examination is administered at the end of the program, after all courses have been successfully completed. This critical assessment serves as a culminating evaluation of the student’s depth of knowledge, critical thinking, and ability to integrate theoretical and practical concepts across the curriculum. Aligned with the Philippine Qualifications Framework (PQF) Level 7 standards for postgraduate education, the exam ensures that students demonstrate mastery in specialized knowledge and skills, engage in research-informed practice, and address complex professional challenges.

This assessment supports the program’s objective of developing highly skilled nurse educators capable of elevating the quality of nursing education and practice.

For admission-related details, please visit UPOU website.