Doctor of Nursing Practice
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Program Description
The DNP program helps you build on your clinical experience and learn about strategic leadership and project management in complex healthcare environments. With a focus on promoting safety and quality in healthcare, you will learn to develop innovative strategies for creating change. You will also explore the influence of policy and ethical decision-making in healthcare delivery.
Students in the program complete a DNP project that teaches students how to analyze problems, implement solutions, and be champions of progress. The project requires 1,000 post-baccalaureate practice hours, which will be completed under the guidance of a site mentor or healthcare leader.
Students in the program complete a DNP project that teaches students how to analyze problems, implement solutions, and be champions of progress. The project requires 1,000 post-baccalaureate practice hours, which will be completed under the guidance of a site mentor or healthcare leader.
Degree Awarded
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Credits Required
30
Number of Semesters/Trimesters to Complete
5
Instructional Months
20
Instructional Weeks
80
CIP Code
51.3818
SOC Code
11-9111.00 ; 11-1011.00
Pace and Track Information
TRACK AND PACE NAME | CAMPUS or Modality |
|---|---|
Doctor of Nursing Practice Executive Track | Distance Education |
WCU distance education programs are delivered out of the Orange County and Texas campuses, and may not be available to residents in all states.
Campuses
West Coast University - Orange County, West Coast University - Dallas
Program Delivery Mode
Online
Academic Calendar
8 Week Academic Calendar