Administrator: Qualifications.

1. Each administrator of a program of nursing must: (a) Be licensed to practice as a registered nurse in this State; (b) Have at least 5 years of experience as a registered nurse, 3 years of which must be teaching in a program of nursing accredited by a nationally recognized association approved by the Board or an agency authorized by law to accredit such programs; (c) Have experience in academic and professional administration; and (d) If the administrator does not have experience in the administration of a program of nursing, develop and complete a plan for his or her own mentoring and development. 2. The administrator of a program of nursing which grants a bachelor’s degree in nursing must have a master’s degree with a major in nursing and a doctorate degree in nursing or a related field from an accredited school. 3. The administrator of a program of nursing which grants an associate degree in nursing must have a master’s degree in nursing from an accredited school. 4. The administrator of a program of practical nursing must have a master’s degree in nursing from an accredited school.