DNP Doctor of Nursing Practice at University of Delaware

Programme overview

The doctor of nursing practice (D.N.P.) program prepares graduates to perform at the highest level of advanced nursing practice. The foundation for practice expertise with a population health focus enables the graduate to plan and lead evidenced-based interventions, quality improvement strategies and health policy changes that address patient safety, promote patient-centered care and reduce health disparities among diverse groups.

Department: School of Nursing | Study mode: full-time | Intake: FALL: July 1: Final deadline to apply | Location: Newark, DE, United States

What you will study

Concentrations/specializations: Family Nurse Practitioner; Psych Mental Health Nurse Practitioner; Adult Gero Primary Care Nurse Practitioner; Adult Gero Acute Care Nurse Practitioner; Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner.

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Entry requirements

program prepares graduates to perform at the highest level of advanced clinical nursing practice. A DNP degree prepares nurses to lead healthcare delivery and influence health policy. UD’s program has a population health focus and prepares students to become leaders in practice innovation and development of health systems management to improve the health of diverse populations. All students must complete the DNP and NP courses. Clinical hours are included in course requirements for both core courses and population-focused concentration courses. Students are admitted into three-year full-time and five-year part-time plans of study and are expected to maintain progression as outlined upon admission. However, students must complete all coursework within a seven-year timeframe to be eligible to earn the degree.

Intake: FALL: July 1: Final deadline to apply

Apply through the official page: https://grad-admissions.udel.edu/apply/

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