Post-Graduate Nursing Certificate Specializations | Rasmussen University Nursing Nursing Post-Graduate Certificate Online Program Next Start Dates July 06, 2026 October 05, 2026 Request More Information Apply Now 6 months estimated time to completion with full-time study Starting around $5,800 estimated total tuition and fees Online courses add flexibility for working nurses Your Path to Post-Graduate Certificate Education Lead the way for improved patient care and nurse collaboration with a Post-Graduate Nursing Certificate. Nurses are now able to expand their skills without being required to complete an additional degree. That means Master of Science (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree holders can focus on the courses in their desired specialization. Program Details: A combination of online courses and local clinicals provide the advanced experience critical in today’s nursing environment. Our online courses are not only flexible, but are also designed with Empowered Learning , allowing you to: Manage your own pace with no weekly deadlines Learn through real-world projects Stay connected with faculty and peers Springboard from your current MSN or DNP degree to a Post-Graduate Nursing Certificate that fits your goals. Request More Information On this page: Built for Working Nurses You can continue working while you earn your Post-Graduate Nursing Certificate. Check in on your smartphone and complete tasks on your tablet or laptop. With two start dates per year, you can start when it works for you. Learning on Your Schedule Online Empowered Learning courses allow you to learn by doing and manage your pace. Go faster when you can, and slower when you need to with no weekly deadlines. Support at Every Turn From 24/7 tech support, experienced faculty, academic advisors and career services to library and learning services with over 400,000 ebooks and electronic reference materials, we’re dedicated to a robust learning community. Take the Next Step—Talk to Us! Completion time is dependent on the number of courses completed each term. Estimated tuition and fee breakdown for Healthcare Technology, Simulation and Informatics and Nursing Leadership and Administration Specializations: 16 Post-Graduate Nursing Certificate credits at $290 per credit ($4,640) and $1,200 in fees = total tuition and fees $5,840. Estimated tuition and fee breakdown for Nursing Education Specialization: 16 Post-Graduate Nursing Certificate credits at $290 per credit ($4,640) and $1,400 in fees = total tuition and fees $6,040. Excludes Post-Graduate Nursing Certificate Nurse Practitioner specializations. Program availability varies by state. Please see Rasmussen University catalog for details.