School Nursing: Preparation for Initial Certification

This hybrid course incorporates independent study and virtual classroom instruction. The independent study course materials will be made available two weeks before the live course date(s) and are to be completed before attending the live session(s). 

The WSU College of Nursing is approved as a provider of clock hours by the Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB).

Course Dates

The next session for the course will be offered via virtual classroom.
Select a date below.

The course will include 20 hours of instruction (13 hours of self-study and 7 hours of Zoom).

Date: see course dates below. 

Instructor: Meredith Clarke MSN, RN

Total Clock hours: 20

Cost: $450
Limited to 25 participants.
(Note: We are unable to process purchase orders at this time.)

Course Objectives

After completing the course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the school nurse role in whole-child health and identify student health needs in compliance with Washington State standards.
2. Evaluate and implement individualized healthcare and emergency care plans.
3. Safely administer medications and delegate tasks according to state nurse practice and delegation laws.
4. Apply Washington State school health policies, immunization requirements, and legal guidelines.
5. Participate in and contribute meaningfully to health promotion and disease prevention initiatives in schools.
6. Collaborate and communicate effectively with educators, families, and community health partners to support student well-being.
7. Integrate trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and equitable approaches in school nursing practice.
8. Practice ethically and professionally, adhering to the ANA Code of Ethics and professional standards.
9. Use data and evaluation methods to guide continuous improvement in school health services.