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Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree/Family Nurse Practitioner 路 DNP/FNP

Limited-Residency | Post-Bachelor’s | 8 Semesters
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The transfer credit evaluation process is completed by聽our registrar鈥檚 office. For more information on that process and to see whether this program accepts transfer credits, please refer to the聽transfer credit evaluation form,聽which details the University鈥檚 policy on the transfer of credits. If you have any questions, please get in touch with the registrar directly at .

Our limited-residency program is 100% online for the first 3 semesters (the first year). During semesters 4 through 8 there is one onsite visit per semester for 3 to 5 consecutive days. In semesters 7 and 8 you will complete your scholarly project (allowing you to become a content expert in an area of your choice).
Yes! We have students that choose to enroll in our post-bachelor鈥檚 DNP/FNP program because they are able to earn both their DNP and FNP in only about 2.5 years.
Yes! Our program is designed for the working professional. The majority of students continue to work throughout the program.
Yes, attendance is required for onsite instruction.
You鈥檒l begin clinical contact hours during your second year of the program. Clinicals last from semesters 4 to 8. You鈥檒l work with populations all across the lifespan, with a different focus each semester.

The initial responsibility for securing a preceptor lies with the student. Before clinical rotations begin, students are contacted by the Clinical Coordinator (CC) to discuss the clinical placement process. The Clinical Coordinator provides information about potential preceptors, sites we have affiliation agreements with near you and shares the Student Handbook, outlining all clinical rotation requirements. Students must complete all required forms and submit documentation, including preceptor profiles, licenses, board certifications, vaccination records, and CVs through Typhon. Students must receive written clearance from the Director of Clinical Education (DCE) before beginning clinical rotations. If students have shown due diligence and are still unable to secure a clinical placement, assistance in finding preceptors is available from the DCE and CC.

Of the $1,000 clinical fee, $500 is allocated to one preceptor per clinical course per semester. The remaining $500 is designated to support clinical operations (Typhon clinical documentation system, Springer Review Board Preparation Software, etc) and on-site activities for those in a hybrid program.
Students may complete clinical hours in their place of employment provided that clinical hours are not compensated as 鈥渆mployee or work hours.鈥� The preceptor cannot be the student鈥檚 supervisor in any capacity, and the site provides appropriate learning opportunities within the scope of practice for the program.
The Scholarly Project (SP) spans three semesters. In SP 1, students finalize their project question and are assigned a project chair; in SP 2, they collect data over at least eight weeks; and in SP 3, they evaluate their intervention and present results. Students meet weekly with their project chair throughout the process. The project concludes with a formal defense attended by faculty, peers, and invited guests. The final deliverable may be a manuscript, poster, or podium presentation at a state or national conference. All students must also participate in the annual 黑料专区 Research Symposium.
You can expect a 3鈥�5-day intensive experience on campus in Provo, Utah that includes hands-on skills-based learning. The time on campus includes training in our cadaver lab, mock clinical encounters with live actors, and high and low fidelity simulation-based training. FNP and ENP students gain advanced skills relating to various body systems and include training opportunities with pelvic exams, IUD insertion, casting/splinting, suturing, X-Ray interpretation, etc. ENP students gain additional skills in advanced airway management, sonography, advanced suturing, and chest tube insertion. PMHNP students do not attend onsite activities. These on-site visits are designed to strengthen your clinical skills through direct, practical application in a supportive learning environment.
Students are expected to engage with course materials independently through the designated learning platform (Canvas). While students have flexibility in managing their study time, consistent participation and time management are essential for success. Weekly engagement in the course is required. Synchronous sessions may be scheduled by faculty to engage students in discussions or to address a particularly difficult topic. These sessions are recorded for students unable to attend. Communication with instructors is critical. Students are expected to respond to any email or phone message within 48 hours. Faculty are expected to respond to student emails within 48 business hours.
Academic advisors are assigned to students in the first course and remain with the students throughout their program. FNP and ENP students meet with their advisor during the on-site visits. PMHNP students connect with their advisor via email. All faculty members, including the Program Director, the Director of Clinical Education, the Clinical Coordinator, and the Chair of the Department of Nursing are available to support you throughout your studies. For general questions or guidance, please reach out to your Program Director.
From the first semester, the nursing program integrates certification-style exam questions with Springer Publishing Board Preparation Software into coursework through quizzes designed to build test familiarity and confidence. Students’ complete predictor exams and meet with faculty to review their performance and identify areas for improvement. By graduation, students will have answered approximately 2,000 certification-style questions, providing extensive preparation for their licensure exam.

Technology Requirements

No, your computer does not need to be brand new 鈥� just reliable and with an operating system and specifications as listed on the Admissions page. If you intend to purchase a new computer, make sure you give yourself plenty of time to become familiar with it prior to beginning courses.

You are welcome to use a desktop computer at home. However, if you are in a program that includes onsite classes, you must have a laptop to bring with you.

Because software aside from apps available via an internet browser will be used, a Chromebook is not sufficient. Chromebook can be incompatible with some required software.

Sorry, no. A hybrid/convertible laptop will be fine, but a tablet (including iPad) is not sufficient. Tablets can be incompatible with some required software.

Our 鈥淲elcome to 黑料专区!鈥� student resource course includes specific information about multiple resources available to incoming students. In addition, at 6 weeks before the start of your program (PA students at 8-10 weeks), you will be enrolled in our required New Student Orientation course, 鈥満诹献�区101鈥�. Participation in this course will give you practice with our systems and experience online.

The most critical thing is a strong, stable internet connection. This is VITAL for all students. If your current internet signal is poor or you only have access to public WiFi, you should secure a more reliable option such as a different internet provider, a higher-level internet service contract, or a dedicated mobile hotspot. To participate in online meetings, you need a microphone and webcam. Most laptops have these built-in. If you choose to use a desktop computer at home, you will need to obtain a headset or external microphone in order to be heard.聽 The聽聽is a recommended affordable choice.

Program Accreditation

The Doctor of Nursing Practice programs at 黑料专区 of Health Professions are accredited by the , 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.

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