Capella DNP Program Overview
? Program Features:
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CCNE-accredited
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100% online format
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Focus Areas: Clinical practice, leadership, policy, and evidence-based practice
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Prepares graduates for leadership roles in healthcare organizations, policy development, and clinical decision-making
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The program includes practice-focused DNP projects to apply knowledge in real-world settings.
? Specializations Available:
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Advanced Nursing Practice
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Nursing Leadership
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Nursing Informatics
? Capella DNP Core Courses
These core courses provide the foundation of the DNP program and are required for all students, regardless of specialization.
| Course Code | Course Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NURS8000 | DNP Orientation and Leadership | Introduction to the DNP program, leadership roles in healthcare, and program expectations. |
| NURS8100 | Advanced Theoretical Foundations for Nursing Practice | Examines theoretical concepts relevant to advanced nursing practice. |
| NURS8200 | Health Policy, Advocacy, and Leadership | Focus on healthcare policy, advocacy, and leadership in nursing practice. |
| NURS8300 | Evidence-Based Practice and Research | Methods for applying research and evidence in advanced nursing practice. |
| NURS8400 | Ethics and Social Justice in Healthcare | Ethical principles and social justice issues in healthcare leadership and practice. |
| NURS8500 | Healthcare Economics and Financial Management | Focus on financial management, budgeting, and economic factors in healthcare organizations. |
| NURS8600 | Healthcare Informatics for Clinical Decision Making | Use of health informatics and data to improve clinical decision-making and patient outcomes. |
| NURS8700 | Healthcare Quality and Safety | Methods for improving quality of care, patient safety, and organizational effectiveness. |
? Capella DNP Specialization Courses
These courses are tailored for students focusing on specific areas of practice, such as Nursing Leadership or Nursing Informatics.
Specialization: Advanced Nursing Practice
| Course Code | Course Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NURS8800 | Advanced Clinical Assessment and Diagnostics | Focus on advanced assessment skills and clinical diagnostics in healthcare settings. |
| NURS8900 | Advanced Pharmacology and Therapeutics | Examines pharmacology and therapeutic interventions for advanced practice nurses. |
| NURS9000 | Advanced Health Promotion and Disease Prevention | Developing strategies for health promotion and disease prevention at the population level. |
Specialization: Nursing Leadership
| Course Code | Course Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NURS8800 | Leading Change in Healthcare Organizations | Leading organizational change, innovation, and strategy in healthcare settings. |
| NURS8900 | Advanced Leadership in Healthcare Systems | Advanced principles of leadership, management, and organizational development in healthcare. |
| NURS9000 | Strategic Healthcare Planning and Policy Development | Focus on strategic planning, policy development, and advocacy within healthcare systems. |
Specialization: Nursing Informatics
| Course Code | Course Title | Description |
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| NURS8800 | Introduction to Health Informatics | Overview of health informatics and its application to clinical practice. |
| NURS8900 | Health Information Systems and Data Analytics | Focus on the integration of health information systems and data analysis to improve patient care. |
| NURS9000 | Clinical Decision Support Systems | Study of decision support systems, technology in clinical practice, and their impact on patient care outcomes. |
? Capstone Project for DNP Students
The DNP Capstone Project is a significant component of the program, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge to a real-world practice issue.
| Course Code | Course Title | Description |
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| NURS9100 | DNP Capstone Project | The final project in which students implement a clinical practice improvement initiative in their area of expertise. |
