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Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Nursing: Advanced Practice (MSN-DNP)
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Program Overview
The DNP Advanced Practice is a 39 credit hour, five semester program designed to train a practicing Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Anesthetist, or Nurse Midwife) who desires to further their education to obtain a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. In addition to the hours you are bringing into the program, an additional 500 clinical hours are needed for the degree and focus on the development of a scholarly project and integration of the Doctor of Nursing Practice Essentials. Students are required to come to campus in their first residency course semester and their last residency course semester to meet with faculty and fellow students while gaining assistance with their project.
Our Advanced Practice concentration will help you establish, implement, and test national practice policies, as well as manage clinical trials. In addition to your rewarding work as an advanced practice provider, compensation is excellent. Average salaries typically range from $90,000 to $110,000.
Program at a Glance
Total Credit Hours
39
Program Type: DNP (or MSN-DNP)
I-20 Approved: No
I-17 Approved: No
Details
Program Director: Program Director – Dr. Jaclyn K. GauldenProgram Coordinator – Dr. Jaclyn K. Gaulden
Class Format: Hybrid
Program Duration: 18 Months
Start Date: Spring: January
Admission Requirements
- Previous Degree Required
A Master of Science in Nursing degree in a Nursing Practice field of study is required to enroll in this program.
- Transcript Required
All official college transcripts must be submitted as part of the application process for this program.
- Additional Admission Requirements
1-2 years of nursing experience recommended.
- Application Deadline
The application deadline for this program is October 15.
Career Outcomes
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Why AU?
Anderson University’s Doctor of Nursing Practice degree is unique for its small cohorts which allows for more one-on-one learning opportunities with Anderson University’s faculty. The faculty, who are experienced nurses themselves, are dedicated to preparing you for a successful career after graduation.
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