Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

The mission of the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Ethical Leadership is to provide a high-quality educational experience to advanced nursing leaders who will drive the future of healthcare. We empower our students to embody caring and authentic leadership in the pursuit of academic excellence that will prepare them for interprofessional practice. To achieve this end, we inspire a broader vision to refine critical thinking, espouse ethical decision-making, and integrate evidence-based practice to achieve positive health outcomes in our global community.

The goal of the Doctor of Nursing Practice in Ethical Leadership is to prepare nurse leaders to work at the highest level of their specialty practice and serve as ethical leadership champions within their healthcare organization.

The School of Nursing and Health profession is divided into two academic divisions. The Division of Nursing offers a RN to BSN program and a MSN program. The Division of Health Professions offers four undergraduate majors in Athletic Training, Physical Education, and Health and Wellness as well as a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program.