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 651 | Theoretical Foundations for Evidence-Based Practice | 4 |
| NGRD 652 | Health-Care Systems Leadership | 4 |
| NGRD 653 | Health Systems Policy Development and Advocacy | 4 |
| NGRD 654 | Social Determinants of Health 1 | 4 |
| NGRD 655 | Health Systems Finance | 4 |
| NGRD 656 | Outcomes Assessment for Strategic Planning | 4 |
| NGRD 657 | Intermediate Statistics | 4 |
| NGRD 658 | Nursing Research and Translational Science | 4 |
| NGRD 659 | Professional Writing for Nurse Leaders | 4 |
| NGRD 660 | Integrative Leadership Case Study | 1-4 |
| RELE 564 | Ethics and Health Disparities | 3 |
| RELR 540 | Wholeness and Health 1 | 3 |
| D.N.P. Project | ||
| NGRD 667 | Introduction to the Doctor of Nursing Practice Inquiry Proposal Project | 3 |
| NGRD 669A | DNP Practice Inquiry Project | 4 |
| NGRD 669B | DNP Practice Inquiry Project | 4 |
| NGRD 669C | DNP Practice Inquiry Project | 2 |
| NGRD 669D | DNP Practice Inquiry Project | 2 |
| NGRD 669E | DNP Practice Inquiry Project | 2 |
| NGRD 669F | DNP Practice Inquiry Project | 2 |
| Total Units | 62-65 | |
Fulfills service learning requirement
Three (3) years (11 academic quarters) — based on less than full-time enrollment
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