Program Details
This general Doctor of Nursing Practice degree is designed to build on the knowledge and experience gained in a MSN program. Nurses certified as nurse practitioners, nurse midwives, nurse anesthetists, clinical nurse specialists, or with experience in nursing informatics can obtain the DNP designation in their area of specialty.
Coursework examines areas including nursing practice, healthcare policy, leadership, and quality improvement. Nurses gain an understanding of population health issues in addition to individual health issues. This online nurse practitioner degree is available in both part-time and full-time options to fit students’ schedules.
Core classes explore a variety of healthcare topics, including:
- Philosophy and theory for the DNP
- Health policy and economics
- Evidence-based practice
- Interprofessional collaboration in healthcare teams
- Healthcare informatics
% Online
Mostly OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
School Accreditation & Licensing
University of Arizona is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Master DegreeRecommended GPA
3.5 or above (4.0 scale)Application Requirements
Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV
Additional Info
- Requires one on-campus intensive
- Must have a Master of Science in Nursing degree, RN licensure, and advanced practice national certification
Restricted States
Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, Tennessee