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This CE course is proudly sponsored by Johnson & Johnson, the Campaign for Nursing's Future (http://www.discovernursing.com), and is a gift to the nursing community. It may be taken free of charge through November 6, 2007. Course Objectives: The purpose of this program is to encourage nurses to consider an academic nursing career and to inform them about the consequences of the nursing faculty shortage in the U.S. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to: Describe the impact of nursing faculty shortages on America’s health and the nursing profession. Discuss changes affecting nursing practice and education. Describe the education and personal qualities needed for an academic career.