The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) prepares experts in advanced nursing with emphasis placed on innovative, evidence-based practice that reflects the application of credible research findings. The expanded knowledge base in nursing will broaden the DNP graduate’s ability to translate that knowledge quickly and effectively to benefit patients, to improve outcomes, and to contribute to the profession. There are a total of 78 credit hours with 1000 practice hours.
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These handbooks are a compilation of selected policies and guidelines for the College of Nursing and Health Professions and those seeking a BSN to DNP degree.
Highly trained and educated health care workers — like Doctor of Nursing practice jobs — are in demand throughout every region and across the nation. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that health care employment will grow 16% from 2020 to 2030. This rate is much faster than the average growth for other occupations.
Completing our BSN to DNP program online prepares you for a wide variety of career pathways. You may also increase your salary as a DNP.
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The University of Southern Indiana is committed to making college accessible to those wishing to further their education by providing numerous scholarships, grants, and financial aid options to assist students in managing tuition expenses.
The Doctor of Nursing Practice program at the University of Southern Indiana is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
For more information regarding the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), click here. For more information on the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), click here.
Requirements for licensure and certification vary by profession and by state. USI has reviewed the educational requirements for each state and licensing agency to determine if the academic program here at USI meets the educational requirements to be eligible for licensure/certification in each state or not. Please note that some states may have additional requirements for licensure, such as residency requirements, additional non-academic certifications, etc. that USI cannot determine. We encourage you to check with your state's licensing agency for all requirements needed to obtain licensure.
