Nursing Practice doctoral programs at South University-Columbia

The DNP online program combines online coursework with field experiences in which you work with a qualified mentor to lead change in a local clinical organization. As an online DNP student, you can specialize in Administration, Information Technology or Leadership. As a whole, this curriculum prepares you for collaborating in the development of future healthcare systems and influencing the next generation of nursing professionals.

Admission Requirements Course Requirements Outcomes Online Classroom Comments and Concerns.

Procedure for Admission to the Doctor of Nursing Practice Program.

Note: Not all Online Program offerings are available to residents of all U.S. states.

The criteria used to determine admission to the Doctor of Nursing Practice program include:.

Completion of a master degree in nursing (MSN) from an ACEN, CCNE or CNEA accredited program.

Submission of official documentation of the actual number of verified clinical hours completed during the post-baccalaureate program of study within 510 weeks after the initial start date. This requirement may come in the form of the credentialing documents used to verify the hours for certification examination or a statement from the graduate degree-granting institution verifying the actual number of hours completed during the master program.

Submission of official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended within 5 10 weeks after the initial start date. Effective March 22, 2022 Students beginning classes at the Montgomery campus or High Point Off Campus Instructional Site will have five weeks to submit acceptable documentation. Effective May 31, 2022 Students beginning classes at the Tampa and Orlando campuses will have five weeks to submit acceptable documentation. Effective July 12, 2022 Students beginning classes at the Austin and Columbia campuses will have five weeks to submit acceptable documentation. Effective August 16, 2022 Students beginning classes at the Savannah and Virginia Beach campuses will have five weeks to submit acceptable documentation.

A valid unencumbered single-state and or a valid unencumbered Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) multistate license as a registered nurse in all U.S. states or territory in which the student is licensed, including the state in which the student completes all assignments for the program. An unencumbered license(s) must be maintained throughout the program.

Program credits are determined based on evaluation of MSN program of study and clinical practicum hour attainment.

NSG7000 Organization and Systems Leadership for Nursing 4 Credit Hours.

Specializations (Students select Two or Four Courses):16 Credits.

MPA6115 Program Evaluation of Public and Non-profit Organizations 4 Credit Hours.

PHE6202 Program Planning and Evaluation 4 Credit Hours.

PHE6220 Evidence-based Public Health Practice 4 Credit Hours.

Students are required to complete 2 program elective courses (8 credits). Students may also elect to complete 4 courses (16 credits) across the different program elective areas to earn a General specialization or to complete 4 courses within a single program elective area to earn an Administration, Information Technology, Leadership, Project Management, or Public Health specialization.

NSG7200 Advanced Nursing Field Experience I 4 or 6 Credit Hours.

NSG7205 Advanced Nursing Field Experience II 4 or 6 Credit Hours.

NSG7210 Advanced Nursing Field Experience III 4 or 6 Credit Hours.

Students entering the DNP program with 500 or hours of documented, post-baccalaureate clinical experience must take the DNP Clinical Field Experience coursework at 6 credits each. Students entering the DNP program with less than 500 hours of documented, post-baccalaureate clinical experience must take NSG 7220 prior to their enrollment in NSG7200 to reach the minimum 500 hours of documented, post-baccalaureate clinical experience. NSG7220 may be repeated up to three times.

NSG8100 Capstone in Applied Practice I 1 Credit Hour.

NSG8105 Capstone in Applied Practice II 1 Credit Hour.

NSG8110 Capstone in Applied Practice III 1 Credit Hour.

NSG8115 Capstone in Applied Practice IV 1 Credit Hour.

The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program in the College of Nursing is designed as the highest degree for advanced nurses who wish to maintain nursing practice as their area of professional emphasis. The DNP program provides options for current nurse practitioners and other advanced practice nurses to incorporate progressive and thoughtful clinical practice, inquiry, and leadership competencies into their clinical practice repertoire.

The DNP program is offered as a post-master program, providing a pathway for master prepared nurses to achieve doctoral level competencies consistent with a clinical program of study. Coursework in the program emphasizes current topics in nursing, experiences, and scholarship. The program is offered in an online format as well as a hybrid format incorporating both online and campus-based educational experiences that support ongoing education for working nurses. Courses are provided online or in a blended format with the practice component (i.e., advanced nursing field experiences which are guided by agency mentors) provided campus-based in the students' geographical regions.

In 2004 the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) endorsed the DNP degree and proposed that the DNP is the terminal degree for nursing practice. The Essentials for Doctoral Education for Advanced Nursing Practice (AACN, 2006) outlines the eight competencies that are the foundation for all DNP graduates, regardless of specialty. The South University College of Nursing is uniquely qualified to provide the framework for this practice doctorate degree.

NOTE: Minnesota residents are not eligible to enroll in the online programs for the Doctor of Nursing Practice, Post Graduate Certificates in Nursing, the Master of Science in Nursing or the RN to Master of Science in Nursing.

Provide the highest level of nursing practice through integration of advanced competencies in leadership, ethics and the practice sciences, including biophysical, psychosocial, analytical, organizational, and public health sciences.

Demonstrate organizational and care systems leadership for quality improvement through advancing nursing practice.

While the mode of learning is different from the traditional classroom experience with added convenience and flexibility, we hold the same high standards of academic excellence in the online classroom.

Our online classroom learning platform, Brightspace, provides you with a host of features to enhance your learning experience, including:.

We provide than just an online classroom, bringing a range of campus experiences and services online. In addition, the online classroom is accessible on the go via mobile devices and with tools like the Pulse App. Pulse helps you stay connected and on track with your course by providing a number of features such as course calendars, readings and assignments, feedback and grades, and announcements.

The purpose of this form is to provide a process for the general public to submit comments, concerns, or complaints regarding their interaction with the Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing, Post Graduate Certificate, or Doctor of Nursing Practice program. A record of all complaints will be maintained and secured by campus administration.

Alumni Achievement Award Emily Davis (DNP, RN, CNE).

Says 2018 graduate Dr. Emily Davis (DNP, RN, CNE).

Campuses offer flexible learning formats including: on-campus, virtual instructions and online courses.

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