The Master of Science degree to Doctor of Nursing Practice degree option prepares the advanced practice registered nurse, the nursing administrator, or the nurse educator for a leadership role in the healthcare system. Theoretical content focuses on the development of leadership knowledge, skills, and attitudes. Systems thinking, evidence-based practice, and translational research are emphasized.                     

Advanced standing may be given for courses usually required for a master's degree in advanced practice, administration, or education. Please see program requirements for more details. All students are required to complete the D.N.P. degree project.

Core
NGRD 651Theoretical Foundations for Evidence-Based Practice4
NGRD 652Health-Care Systems Leadership4
NGRD 653Health Systems Policy Development and Advocacy4
NGRD 654Social Determinants of Health 14
NGRD 655Health Systems Finance4
NGRD 656Outcomes Assessment for Strategic Planning4
NGRD 657Intermediate Statistics4
NGRD 658Nursing Research and Translational Science4
NGRD 659Professional Writing for Nurse Leaders4
NGRD 660Integrative Leadership Case Study1-4
RELE 564Ethics and Health Disparities3
RELR 540Wholeness and Health 13
D.N.P. Project
NGRD 667Introduction to the Doctor of Nursing Practice Inquiry Proposal Project3
NGRD 669ADNP Practice Inquiry Project4
NGRD 669BDNP Practice Inquiry Project4
NGRD 669CDNP Practice Inquiry Project2
NGRD 669DDNP Practice Inquiry Project2
NGRD 669EDNP Practice Inquiry Project2
NGRD 669FDNP Practice Inquiry Project2
Total Units62-65
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Fulfills service learning requirement

Normal time to complete the program

Three (3) years (11 academic quarters) — based on less than full-time enrollment