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Brooks College of Health Doctor of Nursing Program (DNP)


Admission Requirements

Application Deadline
How to Apply
Program Curriculum

 

Program Description

The Doctor of Nursing Practice program at the University of North Florida is designed as a post-graduate degree program for those who already possess, at a minimum, a Master of Science in Nursing and specialty certification.

Program Objectives/Graduate Learning Outcomes:

Objectives for the program are based on the American Association of Colleges of Nursing essentials for Doctoral Education for Advanced Practice (2006). The program objectives build upon those for the masters in nursing program. The objectives (graduate learning outcomes) for the DNP program state that upon completion of the program the graduate will be able to:

  • Develop, implement, and evaluate new practice approaches based on scientific knowledge;
  • Ensure accountability for quality care and patient safety for populations with whom they work;
  • Demonstrate analytical methodologies for the evaluation of clinical practice and the application of scientific evidence;
  • Utilize technological information systems to evaluate outcomes of care, health care delivery, and quality improvement;
  • Develop, evaluate, and provide leadership for health care policy which shapes health care financing, regulation, and delivery;
  • Work collaboratively with transdisciplinary teams to meet health care needs of individuals and populations;
  • Analyze epidemiological, biostatistical, environmental, and occupational data for the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs of clinical prevention and population health; and,
  • Base practice on the application of biophysical, psychosocial, behavioral, sociopolitical, cultural, economic, ethical and nursing science as appropriate to area of specialization.



Admission Requirements

The program will require specific admission requirements above and beyond the ones currently required by the University. Admission requirements for the DNP program include:
  • Master’s degree in a nursing specialty from a nationally accredited program;
  • Certified in area of specialty;
  • Graduate GPA of 3.30;
  • A competitive score on the GRE, or demonstrated success in previous doctoral coursework, or submit a copy of your masters project or thesis (to be evaluated by admissions committee);
  • Negative background check;
  • Negative drug screen;
  • Hold an active license as a registered nurse or advanced practice registered nurse in the jurisdiction in which you practice;
  • A portfolio to include: (a) a copy of graduate transcript and description of educational preparation; (b) a description of past clinical experiences including role and function; (c) identification of scholarly endeavors; (d) a description of professional and community activities; (e) an essay describing professional goals and how the program will enhance future goals and activities; and (f) a copy of current nursing license and certification in practice area; and,
  • Three letters of reference which address academic ability and clinical skills.



Application Deadline

The annual DNP application deadline is June 1st for fall (August) admission.  This is the deadline by which to submit all application materials to the UNF Graduate School.



How to apply

     1. UNF Graduate Application for Admission

         Online
         Paper 

     2. Graduate Student Update Form (for returning applicants/students)

All applicants are responsible for ensuring that applications, necessary application fees, transcripts, test scores, and supplemental materials are submitted directly to the UNF Graduate School at 1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224.  Receipt of materials may be verified with the Graduate School at 904.620.1360.  All materials must be received by the application deadline for consideration.  Do not submit materials to the School of Nursing unless requested to do so please.

 

Program Curriculum

Core Courses  
Credits
HSC 6505   Epidemiology and Disease Control   
3
HSC 6512 Applied Health Statistics 
3
HSA 6905   Health Policy
3
NGR 7871  Healthcare Informatics for Advanced Practice 
3
NGR 7850 Evidence Based Practice I  
3
NGR 7851 Evidence Based Practice II  
3
NGR 7797 Role Development. in Advanced Practice Nursing   
3
   
21
Practice Residency  
NGR 7946 Residency in Advanced Nursing Practice  
9
NGR 7974 Doctoral Project  
6
   
15
Track --elective courses must follow (track)  
Administration    
NGR 6726 Quality Management for Advanced Nursing Practice   
3
HSA 6435 Health Economics 
3
Electives  See Below
6
   
12
Practice    
NGR 7179 Advanced Pharmacologic Management     
3
NGR 7177 Advanced Bioscience 
3
NGR 7796 Practice Management in Advanced Nursing and Healthcare  
3
Elective   
3
   
12
Approved Electives  
EDG 6626 Curriculum & Instruction for Adult Learners   
3
EDA 6302 Lifelong Learning & Professional Development  
3
   
6
     
TOTAL CREDITS Post-Master’s Program  
48

Graduation from the program will be contingent on the student completing all the requirements of the program, including the Doctoral project and the Residency in Advanced Nursing Practice. In addition all students must maintain a 3.0 GPA.


UNF Graduate Catalog

UNF Course Schedules

UNF Graduate School – graduate admissions


Contact the School of Nursing

Office Position

Staff/Faculty Member

Email

Phone

Nursing Admissions Coordinator

Ms. Beth Dibble, Nursing

bdibble@unf.edu

904.620.2418

Graduate Nursing Director

Dr. John McDonough

jmcdonou@unf.edu

904.620.2684

Director, School of Nursing Dr. Lillia Loriz lloriz@unf.edu 904.620.2684


School of Nursing

Brooks College of Health