Post-Master's Program
Required courses: Master’s to DNP (30 to 36 credits)
The MS to DNP program of study will be individualized based on previous education and experience and specialty requirements
Evidence-based Practice (4 credits)
NURS 6009 Introduction to Clinical Epidemiology and Population Science (1)
An introductory epidemiology course which provides an overview of epidemiologic principles and the practical application to health and health care. Students will be introduced to the concepts of rates and risk as they pertain to clinical practice. An overview of principles of screening prevention, and disease control will be covered.
NURS 7500 Evidence-based Practice 2 (3)
This course is designed to develop the ability of the advanced nurse to understand the principles of evidence-based practice in clinical care. Students will further develop skills to understand concepts of rates, risk, bias, clinical and statistical significance, and research evaluation as they pertain to clinical practice. Applications to risk assessment, screening, diagnosis, treatment
Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Leadership and Health Systems (3 credits)
NURS 7773 Leadership and Health Care Policy (3)
Exploration of leadership theory and skills needed to influence health policy and health care.
Opportunities to develop expertise and skill in health policy analysis, formation, and influence are provided. The course emphasizes leadership qualities and developing oneself as a leader in health policy, health care delivery and the academic setting. Leadership theories, concepts, and leadership-based research are incorporated.
Using Information Technology (3 credits)
NURS 6004 Introduction to Information Technology (3)
Introductory graduate course in information management focusing on the theoretical basis ofinformation and technology with an emphasis on management and processing of clinical datainformation, and knowledge. The emphasis of this course is on the use of information andtechnology in health care and nursing practice. Structured data and processes are addressed. Information technologies used in nursing practice are explored. Issues that impact clinical practice and administrative decisions are explored.
Quality Improvement: Using and Analyzing Data to Improve Outcomes (6 credits)
FP MD 6100 Introduction to Biostatistics (3)
Basic course in the use of statistical methods in the analysis of outcome studies and quality
NURS 6772 Quality Improvement and Clinical Data Analysis (3)
Focuses on theory, methods, and tools of quality improvement. Patient care leaders are expected to support and facilitate quality improvement, reduction of waste, and lowering of costs. Students complete one defined data-based process improvement as part of course work.
Patient Centered Care (3 credits)
FP MD 6600 Social Context of Medicine and Public Health (3)
The course will consider disease and illness within socio-cultural contexts. Emphasis will be placed on the ethical, behavioral, social, cultural, political and economic factors that influence the prevention/treatment of medical and public health problems.
Clinical Genetics (2 credits)
NURS 6240 Clinical Genetics (2)
Specialty Program Requirements or Electives (3 courses for 6-9 credits)
NURS 6975 Capstone Project/Seminar (3 to 6 credits)
Completion of a specific project that demonstrates synthesis of the student’s work and lays the groundwork for future scholarship. The final DNP project produces a tangible and deliverable academic product that is derived from the practice immersion experience and is reviewed and evaluated by a 3 person Supervisory Committee. The final DNP product documents outcomes of the student’s educational experiences, provides a measurable medium for evaluating the immersion experience, and summarizes the student’s growth in knowledge and expertise. Whatever form the final DNP product takes, it will serve as a foundation for future scholarly practice. Required seminar that includes cross-specialty, case-based presentations that become part of student portfolio.
Example of a Master’s to DNP Plan of Study: 4 semesters of full-time study
Semester 1 - Fall - 9 credits
N6004: Intro to Infomation Technology (3) ONLINE
N6009: Intro to Clinical Epidemiology and Population Science (1) ONLINE
N7773: Leadership & Health Care Policy (3) EXECUTIVE
N6240: Clinical Genetics (2) EXECUTIVE OR ONGROUND
Semester 2 - Spring - 8-9 credits
FPMD 6100: Intro to Biostatistics (3) EXECUTIVE OR ONGROUND
N7500: Evidence Based Practice-2 (3) EXECUTIVE
Specialty Requirement/Elective (2-3)
FPMD 6600: Social Context of Medicine & Public Health (3) EXECUTIVE
N6975 Capstone (includes seminar) (3) EXECUTIVE
Specialty Requirement/Elective (2-3)
Semester 4 - Fall - 8-9 credits
N6772: Quality Improvement & Clinical Data Analysis (3) EXECUTIVE
N6975 Capstone (includes seminar) (3) EXECUTIVE
Specialty Requirement/Elective (2-3)
