University of Arizona – Online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Program Overview
According to the University of Arizona:
“With a DNP you will be prepared to generate and disseminate nursing practice knowledge to stimulate research and improve clinical outcomes, improve health outcomes through scientifically-based advanced practice within your chosen specialty, engage in and lead collaborative practice teams, and influence clinical practice transformation and policy initiatives. You can enter the DNP as a post-Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) student or a post-master’s (nursing) student. Part-time and full-time options are available. Nurse anesthetist students must attend full-time.” |
At a Glance
URL | http://www.nursing.arizona.edu/programs/advanced/dnp |
Total credit hours |
64-85 (depending upon the practice specialty selected) |
Tuition per credit |
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Accreditation |
The University of Arizona College of Nursing is nationally accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education |
Practicum, internship and/or on-campus intensive |
The DNP program is considered an online program, although there are times students must travel to Tucson. All students seeking a specialty are expected to come to campus for a robust five-day Resident Intensive Summer Experience (RISE) each year for the first two years of doctoral study. RISE attendance for part-time students and MS – DNP (no specialty students) may vary. |
Concentrations |
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner: Students pursuing the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) specialty receive a broad foundation of educational preparation in advanced nursing practice to provide care for acutely ill adults with multiple, complex problems and their families. Family Nurse Practitioner: Students pursuing the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) specialty receive a broad foundation of educational preparation in advanced nursing practice with families across the life span. Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Specialty: Students pursuing the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) specialty will receive a broad foundation of educational preparation in advanced nursing practice with children. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner: Students pursuing the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) specialty receive a broad foundation of educational preparation in advanced psychiatric and mental health nursing practice with individuals and families across the life span. Nurse Anesthesia: The nurse anesthesia specialty blends online, face-to-face, and clinical residency learning within 36 months of full-time. Students enrolled in the nurse anesthesia curriculum receive a broad foundation of educational preparation for the full-scope of anesthesia practice across the lifespan, nursing theories and nursing research methods. |
Full-time/part-time/accelerated |
Full-time/part-time |
Time to complete |
2.5 to 3 years |
Admission requirements |
According to the University of Arizona, to be eligible for admission to the DNP program, applicants must fulfill the following requirements:
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