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DNP Program Highlights
Interprofessional Education
Share courses with other health care professionals to learn about,
from and with industry colleagues.
Reduce Your Tuition by $10,000
Enroll in a qualified program, apply for a $10K scholarship, and meet the eligibility requirements.
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.
25 Years of Online Doctoral Experience
With over 25 years of experience in online doctoral education, we understand the unique needs of doctoral students, and have designed our programs to meet those needs. We've structured our programs to help you reach your goals and obtain critical skills—with our expert faculty, support teams, and online resources to help guide you every step of the way.
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.
Reduce Your Tuition with $10K
Enroll in your doctorate degree, apply for the scholarship, meet eligibility requirements, and receive up to $10K.
Employer & Association Discounts
If your employer or organization is a partner with Capella, you may be eligible for a tuition discount.
Employer Reimbursements
Many employers offer tuition reimbursement to employees. Ask your manager about options.
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.
| NHS8040 * |
21st-Century Health Care Leadership
This course focuses on the role of health care and public health
leaders to foster change and develop relationships to improve health
outcomes in diverse settings and communities. Learners gain knowledge
of the challenges confronting health care and public health care
leaders in the 21st century. Learners also analyze leadership theories
and models, interprofessional collaboration, and ethical principles
and standards.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent registration in
NHS8002. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer.
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4 quarter credits |
|---|---|---|
| DNP8010 |
Management in Advanced Contemporary Nursing
The focus of this course is on the management skills needed to create
valuable, proactive change in health care settings and within complex
health care delivery systems. Learners use conceptual and analytical
skills to evaluate the links among practice, organizational,
population, fiscal, and policy issues and apply this knowledge to
professional practice. |
4 quarter credits |
| DNP8012 |
Nursing Technology and Health Care Information Systems
Learners in this course apply information technology and research
methods used within the health care environment. In particular,
learners evaluate the use of technology in health care information
systems for the purposes of monitoring outcomes of care and assessing
quality improvement. |
4 quarter credits |
| DNP8014 * |
Global Population Health
In this course, learners analyze epidemiological, biostatistical,
occupational, and environmental data and use it to develop, implement,
and evaluate health promotion and disease prevention efforts in global
populations. Throughout the course, learners focus on preparing
themselves to lead the development and implementation of
institutional, local, state, national, or international health care
policy.
Prerequisite(s): DNP8010. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer.
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4 quarter credits |
| NHS8070 * |
Evaluation and Interpretation of Data in Health Care
In this course, learners explore underlying concepts and reasoning
related to the collection and evaluation of qualitative and
quantitative data in health care research. Learners apply appropriate
statistical techniques and practice interpreting frequently
encountered statistical outcomes. In addition, learners assess the
quality of statistical and qualitative research methods reported in
peer-reviewed health care literature.
Prerequisite(s): NHS8060. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer.
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4 quarter credits |
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.
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
Doctoral programs are specific and challenging. That's why you'll have access to expert support at every step along the road to your degree.
Capstone Mentors
For the culminating project of your doctoral degree, you’ll be paired with a mentor who can support and assist you along the way.
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 up for success.
Accredited & Recognized
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 Opportunities
Here are just some of the careers you could 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.
Other Programs to Explore
Is this program close to what you need, but maybe not a perfect fit? The programs below might be interesting. Check them out to find one that suits your academic and professional goals.