shoes, white hosiery, wrist watch with second hand, laboratory, travel fees, multiple criminal background checks, and the formative/summative testing program.
After any interruption of studies at Kentucky State University, a DNP student may be required to apply for re-admission to the program. Students who have an interruption in the course sequence, will be considered on a space-available basis and must meet the current academic qualifications for readmission. Students have 7 years to complete the DNP program once they begin the first course in the program.
Earned baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) from a program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
GPA 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae.
Unencumbered, active registered nurse (RN) license in state where practicums will be conducted.
Undergraduate statistics course.
Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions.
Three letters of reference pertaining to academic ability, professional competency, nursing leadership potential and personal character.
Personal statement.
Note: GRE scores are not required.
Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree
Adult/Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner BSN-DNP
9 Semester/3-year Program of Study
Semester One
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
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| NUR 700 | Advanced Pathophysiology | 3 |
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| NUR 701 | Analysis of Advanced Nursing Practice | 3 |
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| NUR 702 | Epidemiology in Health Care | 3 |
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NUR 700 Advanced Pathophysiology
NUR 701 Analysis of Advanced Nursing Practice
NUR 702 Epidemiology in Health Care
Semester Two
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|
| NUR 703 | Advanced Pharmacology | 3 |
| NUR 704 | Theoretical Foundation for Advanced Nursing Practice | 3 |
NUR 703 Advanced Pharmacology
NUR 704 Theoretical Foundation for Advanced Nursing Practice
Semester Three
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|
| NUR 705 | Evidence Based Practice/Quality Improvement in Health Care | 3 |
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| NUR 706 | Advanced Physical Assessment | 3 |
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| NUR 707 | Advanced Nursing Care for Vulnerable Populations | 3 |
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Quality Improvement in Health Care
NUR 706 Advanced Physical Assessment
NUR 707 Advanced Nursing Care for Vulnerable Populations
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