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Using Learning Outcome Measures to assess Doctoral Nursing Education
Published on: June 21, 2010
Empowering Nurse Leaders: The OB-CE© Model in Action
Background:
The Nurse Manager Certificate Program empowers nurses aspiring to leadership roles through a competency-based curriculum anchored in the Outcome-Based Continuing Education model.
Method:
Combining leadership theories with management tools, the program respects participants' existing competencies while fostering actionable skills to address real-world challenges.
Results:
Initially launched in 2001 as an in-person initiative, the program transitioned to a blended online format in 2020 based on participant feedback, integrating virtual collaboration and problem-solving activities. Graduates benefit from academic progression opportunities, including waivers for one Doctor of Nursing Practice course. Participants earn a digital badge aligned with the 2021 American Association of Colleges of Nursing Essentials for Professional Nursing Education, validating their mastery of leadership competencies.
Conclusion:
This portable credential enhances professional credibility and highlights the program's role in bridging professional development with academic success, exemplifying the Outcome-Based Continuing Education model in action. [J Contin Educ Nurs. 2025;56(7):293-297.].
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