Nursing D.N.P. (Post-Master's)
The Doctor of Nursing Practice Post Master's emphasis is designed for clinicians with an APRN certification. Graduates of the Doctor of Nursing Practice program will be prepared as clinical experts with a focus on the critical thinking, leadership and political policy skills needed to advocate and create changes in healthcare practice at the individual, population and organizational systems levels.
Admissions Requirements: Post Master's in Nursing Pathway
- A master’s degree in nursing from NLN/ACEN or CCNE accredited institutions.
- Preparation as Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN) with documentation of national certification as an APRN.
- Minimum of 500 clinical practicum hours in the APRN master’s program.
- A minimum grade point average of 3.0.
- Eligibility for Colorado licensure as a registered nurse and APRN.
- Three letters of reference from former faculty, supervisor, and/or professional colleagues that address your ability to complete a clinical doctorate.
- Submission of a brief sample of professional writing (maximum of 10 pages). Examples:
- Describe a scholarly evidence based case study that best exemplifies your practice.
- Describe a current practice related concept including its scope and significance, the patient population and the clinical setting of interest. Discuss alternative approaches described in the literature and identify an approach that you might take in addressing the concept.
- A resume or curriculum vitae.
- Career goal statement articulating “why now" for your practice doctorate.
- Description of practice experiences and settings.
- A personal interview may be required.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Nursing D.N.P. — (Post Master's)