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DNP Program Highlights
Interprofessional Education
Share courses with other health care professionals to learn about,
from and with industry colleagues.
Scholarships
You may be eligible for a scholarship to help advance your nursing
career with DNP or BSN-to-DNP program options.
Industry Aligned
Capella partners with top health care organizations to structure a
robust and relevant curriculum that reflects industry standards.
Exclusive Learner Success Lab
Our Learner Success Lab provides program-specific content and offers time-management tools and other resources to help you thrive throughout your program.
96% of Nursing alumni are satisfied with their Capella education.
Source: Alumni Outcomes Survey, 2017-2018
Capstone & Practicum
Investigate a real organizational issue and collaborate with an
interprofessional team to find an evidence-based solution.
Cost & Learning Format
Our original learning format offers extra structure for those who
want it. We'll set the schedule, you meet the deadlines.
- Based on the quarter system; 1-3 courses per 10-week quarter
- 1 semester credit = 1.5 quarter credits
- Weekly assignments and courseroom discussions
- Pay for what you take, price varies by courseload or term
Get the Details
Speak with an enrollment counselor to get a personalized cost estimate for what you can expect to pay.
Ways to Save
At Capella, we believe your education is an investment in your future. It’s also an investment within your grasp. Your goals are achievable—there are more ways to save than you might think.
Scholarships for New Students
Capella scholarships, available for qualifying students, aren’t
need-based and never have to be repaid.
Employer & Association Discounts
Many employers and organizations partner with Capella to offer
tuition discounts. Talk to an enrollment counselor to learn
more.
Employer Reimbursements
Many employers offer tuition reimbursement to employees, even if
there’s no formal program. Check with your manager or HR dept.
DNP Sample Courses
Our competency-based DNP program is designed in conjunction with
respected employers and professional associations to offer a robust,
professionally relevant education with immediate, real-world
applications.
| Course Number | Course Title |
|---|---|
| NHS8040 | 21st-Century Health Care Leadership |
| DNP8010 | Management in Advanced Contemporary Nursing |
| DNP8012 | Nursing Technology and Health Care and Health Care Information Systems |
| DNP8014 | Global Population Health |
| NHS8070 | Evaluation and Interpretation of Data in Health Care |
What You’ll Learn
The curriculum for our online DNP program will prepare you to lead,
influence, and advance health care transformation.
- Leadership
- Policy-making processes and influences
- Health care technology
- Health care delivery models
- Health care quality assessment and improvement
Meet Your Faculty
Our distinguished faculty—industry leaders—bring real-world relevance
into the courseroom to enrich your education, and career.
F. Patrick Robinson, Dean, School of Nursing and Health Sciences
F. Patrick Robinson, PhD, RN, FAAN, is currently dean of the School
of Nursing and Health Sciences at Capella University. He obtained his
BSN and MSN from Indiana University and holds a PhD in Nursing Science
from Loyola University Chicago. He completed a post-doctoral
fellowship in biobehavioral nursing research at the University of
Illinois at Chicago. Prior to this, he served as senior vice president
of academics for Orbis Education, dean of curriculum and instruction
at Chamberlain College of Nursing, executive assistant dean of the
University of Illinois at Chicago College of Nursing, and chair of the
department of health management and risk reduction at the Niehoff
School of Nursing at Loyola University Chicago. Learn more.
Support
You’re never going it alone at Capella. Our dedicated faculty and support
teams are waiting to guide, help, and advise you through every
step of your educational journey.
Doctoral Advising
A doctoral degree takes special effort. It's why we offer expert
support at every step to keep you moving forward toward your
goal.
Capstone Mentors
You’ll be paired with a knowledgeable mentor early in your program to
help you move toward completion of your capstone project.
Enrollment Counselors
These folks are superstars. We hear it from our students (and grads).
They’re here to help find a program fit and set you up for
success.
Accredited & Respected
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation and recognitions provide the assurance we meet
standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services, and
fiscal stability. See all of our accreditations and recognitions.
The BSN, MSN, and DNP programs at Capella University are
accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
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DNP Professional Paths
Here are just some of the careers paths to explore with a DNP.
Related Job Titles to Explore*
- Chief nursing officer/executive
- Nursing administrator
- Nursing director
- Nursing manager
- Nursing operations director
- Health care director
- Education consultant
- Nursing educator
- Nursing professor
- Nursing instructor
Related Employment Settings to Explore
- Hospital
- Medical clinic
- Health care organization
- Insurance company
- Home health care services
- Government—local, state, federal
- Community health agency
- Nursing care facility
- Social service agency
- Land-based or online college or university
- Self-employment
*These are examples intended to serve as a general guide. Some
positions may prefer or even require previous experience, licensure,
certifications, and/or other designations along with a degree. Because
many factors determine what position an individual may attain, Capella
cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific job title, a
promotion, salary increase, or other career outcome. We encourage you
to research requirements for your job target and career goals.
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