Doctor of Nursing Practice / Adult Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist (BSN to DNP)
Nebraska Methodist College

Program Details

Nebraska Methodist College offers an online Doctor of Nursing Practice with a focus for Adult Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist. As a clinical nurse specialist focusing in adult gerontology, you’ll have the skills to facilitate quality systemic and patient care for post-adolescents and aging populations.

Coursework covers subjects such as epidemiology, biostatistics, population health, and rural health. The program culminates in a series of practicums, capstone projects, and residencies to put your experience into practice. Graduates are equipped to lead teams, collaborate intra-professionally, and apply advanced healthcare techniques.

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Program Accreditation & Licensing

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

School Accreditation & Licensing

Nebraska Methodist College is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Interview, Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent

Additional Info

  • Requires three on-campus weekends during summer semesters
  • Minimum completion of a program-accredited BSN degree
  • Must hold a current, unencumbered RN license
  • Undergraduate prerequisites in statistics, chemistry, anatomy, assessment and other sciences required

Restricted States

Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Delaware, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Oregon, Washington