涩里番 the program
SPU Doctor of Nursing Practice degree program prepares nurse leaders for advanced practice roles with the highest level of competence to meet the changing demands of our current and future health care environment.
You will attain clinical, organizational, and leadership expertise to lead and transform care systems, translate evidence to clinical practice, engage in interprofessional collaboration, and advocate for safe and quality care for diverse populations within complex care systems. The DNP program prepares you for advanced practice nursing roles based on a foundation of Christian values, engaging, and fostering global human flourishing with competence, character, and wisdom.
DNP Concentrations
The DNP program offers the following specialty concentrations:
Eligibility criteria for board certification are established by accrediting agencies (e.g., ).
Coursework
The Graduate Nursing program operates on a cohort model beginning with foundational coursework that focuses on quality clinical practice, evidence-based
practice, and leadership. On a full-time schedule, the DNP program is 11 quarters in length.
Your coursework is separated into specialty areas, and your clinical internship
experiences begin only after the completion of all prerequisite courses. All
graduate coursework must adhere to specified levels of scholarship before
progression can occur.
Application requirements
For admission to the Doctor of Nursing Practice the following are required:
- One of the following in-process (must be completed by program start date) or earned degrees:
- Bachelor鈥檚 of Science in Nursing degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited nursing program. BSN degrees from competency-based programs will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
- Master鈥檚 of Nursing degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited program.
- A minimum of 12 months of active RN experience by September 1.
- Active, unencumbered Washington state RN license by program start date.
- A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 in your bachelor鈥檚 OR, if applicable, master鈥檚 program.
- Proof of English language proficiency, if your native language is not English. (Please reference the requirement for graduate nursing programs).
Note: Although not required at the time of application, all applicants are required to show completion of a three-quarter credit (or equivalent) course in descriptive and inferential statistics with a grade of at least C+ (2.3) before matriculation. Failure to successfully complete this course means you will not be able to enroll in the program.
涩里番 work experience
The SHS graduate program defines active nursing practice to include those activities that require RN licensure, employment, and utilize the nursing process to deliver or direct care.
It is preferred that
- FNP applicants demonstrate nursing experience as a licensed RN in the care of patients across the life span (pediatric and adult populations).
- AGNP applicants demonstrate nursing experience as a licensed RN in the care of adult populations.
- CNS applicants demonstrate nursing experience as a licensed RN in their population focus. Please refer to the for CNS national certification specialties.
Admission requirements
Applicants who meet minimum requirements are not guaranteed admission. Completed applications are screened and reviewed by Graduate Admissions and Graduate Admissions Committee.
To apply, submit the following items to be considered:
- and processing fee.
- Official transcript(s) from each college or university attended.
- Professional recommendations. (Prompt is found in the online application.)
- Personal reflection statement. (Prompt is found in the online application.)
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- Additional documentation may be required for .
Your active, unencumbered RN license will be confirmed during the application review process.
After the review of your application, you may be invited to have an in-person interview as part of the admissions process.
It is recommended that you talk with Graduate Admissions early in the application process to ensure a smooth transition into the program.
Enrollment policy
The general requirements for a doctoral degree are consistent with those listed for the University. Additionally, the School of Health Sciences requires the following for doctoral students:
- All courses must be completed as designated on your individual curriculum plan.
- To graduate, you must demonstrate beginning proficiency within your professional role as put forth by professional standards for practice, as well as fulfill all requirements as stated by the University.