Program Overview

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program

Overview

The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program at the University of Indianapolis is designed to prepare advanced practice nurses for leadership roles in healthcare. The program offers four pathways: Post-Master's DNP, Executive DNP, DNP Clinical Expert Track, and BSN to DNP.

Pathways

• Post-Master's DNP: For nurses with a Master's degree in Nursing (MSN).
• Executive DNP: For BSN nurses with a Master's degree in any subject matter.
• DNP Clinical Expert Track: For Advanced Practice Providers with national certification as an APRN – Nurse Practitioners or Clinical Nurse Specialists.
• BSN to DNP: For BSN-prepared RNs who want to achieve initial national certification and state licensure in an APRN role with a patient population focus.

Program Details

• Duration: The program can be completed in as little as six terms.
• Format: Online coursework with visits to campus each semester.
• Scholarly Project: Students apply their learning with an evidence-based scholarly project, allowing them to make a difference in their work as part of their degree.

Alumni Spotlight

Erin LaCross, a UIndy DNP alum, is Parkview's Chief Nursing Officer. Her project focused on nurse manager succession planning, and she created a pilot program at Parkview, leading 12 nurses through a leadership institute.

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree: Required for the University of Indianapolis online nursing program.
• Active RN License: Required for admission to this program.

Faculty

The program is taught by experienced faculty who are experts in their field.

Assess Your Online Learning Readiness

The University of Indianapolis offers an online assessment tool to help students determine their readiness for online learning.

Community Health Network Partnerships

The University of Indianapolis has partnerships with Community Health Network, providing students with opportunities for clinical experience and professional development.

School of Nursing Homepage

For more information about the School of Nursing, visit their homepage.

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