Additional course/clinical work for the DNP degree provides further knowledge focused on using evidence in clinical decision-making, developing leadership skills, implementing viable clinical innovations, and applying research and theoretical understanding to facilitate changes in practice. A culminating DNP project reflects the student’s application of knowledge gained during this program, focusing on a quality improvement effort, surveillance project, program evaluation, or simulation study. Students submit at least one manuscript to a peer-reviewed journal.

Full-time study will permit the student to complete the program within three years: part-time study is an option.