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The M.S. in Medical Education at Nova Southeastern University's Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine is a fully online, 30-credit graduate program designed for physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals who teach, train, or lead in clinical settings. The program can be completed in as little as one year through an evening schedule built for working professionals — connecting you with an interprofessional community of students and faculty from across the health professions.
At NSU, We Empower Your Career Goals
NSU's M.S. in Medical Education prepares graduates for professional roles across the full spectrum of health professions education, including:
- Clinical education and faculty appointments
- Academic administration and program leadership
- Instructional design and curriculum development
- Simulation-based education
- Continuing medical education
- (CME)Educational consulting
- Health education program management
Graduates of the program have achieved 100% job placement, AY 2024-2025.
NSU’s M.S. in Medical Education program has been both intellectually and emotionally stimulating, and it has set me up to be a well-informed, dutiful, and flexible educator prepared to instruct students of various backgrounds and experiences. Each course is carefully crafted to build up the core skills needed to be an educator in the modern classroom.
Nimmi Marie Mathews | Graduate Student, Concurrent M.S, | Medical Education/D.O.
My goal was to gain a competitive edge in my profession – and NSU opened many doors. It’s fulfilling to use the skills gained to inspire the next generation of health care leaders.
Dynyce Boyce, M.S., RD, LDN M.S. | Medical Education Alumna
I learned the true value and responsibility of being an educator and gained practical insights on how to inspire and engage learners—skills that have directly enhanced my ability to communicate more effectively with patients as a physician.
Divya Sunny | Graduate Student, Concurrent M.S. | Medical Education/D.O.
This unique program gave me the confidence, skills, and qualifications necessary for a career in higher education, focused on teaching the next generation of nursing and medical students.
Robert Wood, M.S. | Medical Education Alumnus
Quick Facts
Tuition for the M.S. in Medical Education is $687 per credit hour for the 2026–2027 academic year. Financial aid and scholarships may be available
to eligible students.
For current rates and a full breakdown of fees, visit the Tuition and Fees page for more information.
For Summer Admission: April 15
For Fall Admission: August 1
Meet the Program Director
Have questions about the program? Speak directly with the progam director — no appointment needed.
Every Monday from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. EST.
Join Zoom MeetingWhat Can You Do with a Master's in Medical Education?
Director of medical education
Director of professional development and training
Clinical education coordinator
Staff development specialist
Assistant / Associate dean
Department chair
Health professions faculty
Academic program director
Clinical skills instructor
Simulation lab program coordinator
Standardized patient program director
Healthcare instructional designer
Education consultant
Curriculum development specialist
Community health educator
Training and development director
Why Earn Your M.S. in Medical Education at NSU?
High Tech, High Touch
NSU's M.S. in Medical Education combines technological fluency with genuine human
connection. Courses are delivered fully online through synchronous Zoom sessions,
interactive modules, and real-time collaboration tools — scheduled in the evenings
to fit a working professional's schedule.
Small cohort sizes keep the experience personal. Faculty engage students as colleagues, and every course is grounded in practical application to real clinical and academic settings — so you're not just studying educational theory, you're practicing it.
Master's in Medical Education Curriculum
NSU's 30-credit M.S. in Medical Education curriculum covers the full scope of health professions education — from foundational theory to applied instructional practice.
Core topics include:
- Educational methodologies and learning theory
- Curriculum design and development
- Assessment and evaluation strategies
- Leadership in health professions education
- Communication and interpersonal skills for educators
- Research methods in medical education
Technology and innovation in education. All coursework is delivered fully online and designed around dialogue and collaboration with fellow health care professionals — physicians, nurses, and allied health faculty bringing real clinical and academic experience into every session.
Frequently Asked Questions
The program can be completed in as little as one year for full-time students. Part-time options are available for those who need a more flexible timeline.
Yes. All coursework is delivered fully online through synchronous evening sessions via Zoom. No campus visits are required.
No prior education degree or teaching credential is required. The program is designed for licensed health professionals who are ready to develop or deepen their educational practice.
Winter entry: December 15
Summer entry: April 15
Fall entry: August 1
Open advising is available every Monday, 11:30 AM–12:30 PM EST via Zoom.
Concurrent enrollment may be possible depending on your primary program. Contact an advisor to discuss your specific situation.
After Applying, What Happens Next?
Depending on the time of year, the review process may take a few weeks. You can check your application status at any time via the online application portal. Once a decision has been made, notification is sent via email to the address on file.