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DNP Nursing (BSN to DNP) at University of Nevada, Reno

University of Nevada, Reno, United States

Programme overview

The BSN-to-DNP pathway is a fully online Doctor of Nursing Practice route for BSN-prepared nurses, preparing graduates for a clinical specialty and for leadership in evidence-based practice. It is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Faculty: Orvis School of Nursing  |  Study mode: online  |  Location: Reno, NV, United States

What you will study

Specializations are Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Education Leadership and Nurse Executive/Clinical Nurse Leadership. The school coordinates clinical placements; students self-place for the residency component. For the FNP specialization, DNP students complete 1000 clinical hours in total including residency.

Career pathways

Graduates are prepared to lead healthcare teams, design and evaluate practice innovations, translate research into practice and drive change in healthcare systems, policy and population health.

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Application information

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: March 1 (Fall); October 1 (Spring); March 1 (Summer)

Apply through the official page: https://www.unr.edu/grad/apply

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