Online School Nurse Certificate (Non-Instructional)
Graduates of our online School Nurse Certificate (Non-Instructional) program will be prepared to support the physical, mental, emotional and social health of students and their success in the learning process. The program builds upon a nurses’ healthcare experience to train them for the interdisciplinary aspects of nursing in a school setting.
Why choose Rowan Online's school nurse certificate program?
A flexible online school nurse certificate
The Post-Baccalaureate School Nursing Certification (Non-Instructional) program at Rowan University, through the College of Education, prepares NJ RN licensed nurses who hold a bachelor’s degree to assume a multifaceted role that supports the physical, mental, emotional and social health of students and their success in the learning process. This program builds upon a nurses’ healthcare experience with preparation in education to best qualify them for the interdisciplinary aspects of school health.
2025-2026 Academic Year
Credits, Cost & Completion Time
Credits
Per Credit
Months to Complete
Application Deadlines
Spring Module A Entry Deadline
Spring Module B Entry Deadline
Summer Module A Entry Deadline
Summer Module B Entry Deadline
Start Dates
Spring Module A Start Date
Spring Module B Start Date
Summer Module A Start Date
Summer Module B Start Date
Studying school nursing online at Rowan
What You'll Learn
Rowan’s online School Nursing Post-Baccalaureate (Non-Instructional) Certification program requires the completion of 18 credits.
School Nursing online courses
- Comprehensive Health Assessment
- Community Health Nursing
- School and Family Issues for Children with Ongoing Health Care Needs
- Practicum in School Nursing
- School Health Services
- Practicum in School Nursing
- Disability as Diversity
Note: The course information above is not official and is subject to change. For an official list of available courses, please review the Rowan University Academic Catalog.
The New Jersey Department of Education (NJ DOE), not Rowan University, grants certifications based on requirements set by the state. While coursework for this program meets the academic requirements for NJ DOE certification, it is the student’s responsibility to ensure that all other certification requirements are met, including, but not limited to, appropriate type and level of license and years of experience. NJ DOE certification requirements are subject to change. Certification applications are evaluated, by NJ DOE, based on the most current state requirements. For current NJ DOE licensure information, visit: http://www.state.nj.us/education/educators/license
The Rowan Online Experience
You don’t have to step away from your career to earn a post-baccalaureate certificate. Rowan Online offers asynchronous courses, active faculty engagement, part-time coursework and a platform that helps you stay connected to your peers and instructors when the time is right for you.
Admission Requirements
To begin the admission process for Rowan’s online Post-Baccalaureate School Nursing Certification program, you must submit the following application materials. Once you apply, a representative from the Rowan University Office of Admissions will reach out to confirm your application or notify you of any missing information. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program.
- Completed online application
- $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
- Bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
- Current professional resume
- Must reflect at least 2 years of clinical experience in nursing
- Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale)
- Copy of current NJ RN License or copy of official NCLEX letter showing passing scores
- Copy of certifications in CPR (adult, child, infant) & AED (these are usually on one card)
- Certificate Program Acknowledgement
- Essay
- Topic: Please describe your nursing experience and why you are pursuing a career as a school nurse. Please be as detailed as possible in one page.
- During the admissions process, the School Nursing Academic Advisor will determine foundation course equivalencies and how any unfinished undergraduate foundation courses can be scheduled concurrently with other program coursework. Foundation courses may not be available in an online format. If applicable, official notification of any unfinished foundation courses will be included in the applicant’s official decision letter.
Tuition and Aid
Tuition for Rowan’s online Post-Baccalaureate School Nursing (Non-Instructional) Certification program is $589 per credit. This rate reflects the high-quality instruction, faculty support and accessibility Rowan offers its students.
Careers and Outcomes
Upcoming virtual information sessions and events
Have questions about earning a post-baccalaureate certificate online? Rowan Online offers virtual info sessions that provide a closer look at the educational leadership degree program and Rowan as a whole. Hear from faculty, connect with admissions representatives and learn how the program supports scholar-practitioners through applied research and flexible coursework.
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