PhD in Nursing

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Specializes in Gerontological, cardiac, med-surg, peds.

Will be graduating in one month with an MSN-Nursing Education ?

Thinking about going on to get my PhD.

Know of two online programs:

Duquesne University

This looks very promising, but must be completed within 5 years.

Not PhD, but DNP or DNS:

Rush University College of Nursing

With my present work schedule, I can only assimilate one 3-hour course per semester, which means it would take me longer than 5 years to complete a 54 to 57-credit hour PhD in nursing curriculum. Also, can't get off during the week for any traditional "seated" classes - most everything will have to be online. Any ideas or suggestions?

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Specializes in Nephrology, Cardiology, ER, ICU.

Congrats! What a milestone! As to the PhD program - what is your terminal goal? I know that online programs are really growing and you might check out some of the traditional colleges in your area and see what they think they might be offering online. Good luck...judi

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Specializes in Vents, Telemetry, Home Care, Home infusion.

Widener University: Doctor of Nursing Science has full-time Summer option

The primary goal of the doctoral program of Widener University School of Nursing is the preparation of nurse scholars for educational leadership roles.

https://www.widener.edu/academics/graduate-studies/nursing-phd-DNP

Villanova University : PHd

Our program is clearly focused on the preparation of teacher-scholars who will be well-prepared to help alleviate the national nursing shortage by preparing diverse student populations for the delivery of nursing services.

The curriculum will be implemented using a fall and Spring semester distance learning approach complemented by on-campus Summer sessions.

https://www1.villanova.edu/university/nursing.html

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Specializes in MS Home Health.

Congrats! I remember how excited and relieved I was!!

renerian :)

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Specializes in Med-Surg, Geriatric, Behavioral Health.

Congrats!!!!

I'm also kicking around the idea still of going for my Doctorate. I'm thinking about in another 5-6 years, maybe.

Again, Congrats to you!!!!

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Congrat!! that's so nice ..

I wanted 2 ask ,,

after ur Doctorate Degree ..

what will u be able to do ??

what will be ur position ??

Cz where i come from .. in my city .. we still don't have the Doctorate Program .. but they are working on Masters ..

so i wanted to know .. after u finish ... what will u work ???

Thanx ,,

SaMa

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Specializes in Ortho, Med surg and L&D.
VickyRN said:
Will be graduating in one month with an MSN-Nursing Education ?

Thinking about going on to get my PhD.

Hi,

CONGRATS!!

From what I understand the question that TraumaRUS asked is vital in deciding to go for either the Clinical Doctorate OR the PhD.

When I interviewed, (only now an MENP student) at one school they clearly defined the two as having different end goals. Accordingly, if you want to work hands on or in patient care then the clinical doctorate is what you may be searching for. Yet, if your goal is research with no patient care then the PhD is more your interest.

Turns out that I hope to eventually go for the clinical doctorate in nursing, (and if there is enough time left next to pursue the PhD in social work, hey, its my plan. :))

CONGRATS again!

Gen

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Specializes in Gerontological, cardiac, med-surg, peds.

Thanks for all the wellwishes, insights and suggestions and links! I have much to think about and ponder. Most programs aren't accepting any applicants now; only in February or March of next year. This is good, as I have plenty of time to look over various online programs in depth and decide which (if any) are a good "fit" for me at this time. The local university SON is not offering online classes for PhD.

If and when I do obtain a PhD in nursing, I plan to continue teaching! :)

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Specializes in Maternal - Child Health.

Vicky,

My most heartfelt and sincere CONGRATULATIONS!!! I can only imagine what a challenge it has been to continue your education while taking on the role of nursing instructor. Your posts here are always so thoughtful and well-prepared that I know you are an excellent instructor!

I worked at Rush, and can't say enough about the University and its educational programs. I also spent time in suburban Philadelphia, and precepted Widener students. They were very well-prepared by their professors, one of whom I came to know quite well and have the utmost respect for.

I wish you well whatever you choose, and know you will succeed, as will your students!

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Specializes in NICU.

Yay Vicky! I don't know if you're going for a DNSc or DrNP, but here's the little blurb on Columbia's DrNP program:

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The DrNP program will educate nurses for the highest level of clinical expertise, including sophisticated diagnostic and treatment competencies. The degree builds upon advanced practice at the master's degree level and prepares graduates for fully accountable professional roles in several nursing specialties. The program is comprised of 30 credits of science underpinning practice, a year of full-time residency, and the completion of a scholarly portfolio of complex case studies, scholarly papers and published articles.
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I am the graduate Academic Advisor at the University of Arizona College of Nursing, and I was googling around to see what I could find about online nursing phd programs and I came across this thread. I have started an admissions blog for our online MS and PhD in nursing programs that you may find helpful to not only learn more about our programs, but there's plenty of advice in general about applying to MS and PhD programs and what it's like to be a nursing PhD student anywhere. It's mostly made up of comments from our current nursing faculty and students, as well as alumni of the University of Arizona.

Being the advisor, I am always asked by potential applicants about other online nursing PhD programs, so on the right hand side of the blog as you scroll you will see a list of accredited (as in real) online nursing PhD programs. 

Every PhD degree program is different, and their areas of expertise are different. Our focus is on preparing our students to be nurse researchers in our main areas of study (which is not nursing education. 

Also, before I forget, we also require full-time (meaning 9 credits each semester).

If you have questions for me, you can send me a private message.

VickyRN said:
Will be graduating in one month with an MSN-Nursing Education ?

Thinking about going on to get my PhD.

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Specializes in Gerontological, cardiac, med-surg, peds.
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I am the graduate Academic Advisor at the University of Arizona College of Nursing, and I was googling around to see what I could find about online nursing phd programs and I came across this thread. I have started an admissions blog for our online MS and PhD in nursing programs that you may find helpful to not only learn more about our programs, but there's plenty of advice in general about applying to MS and PhD programs and what it's like to be a nursing PhD student anywhere. It's mostly made up of comments from our current nursing faculty and students, as well as alumni of the University of Arizona.

Thank you so much for the information - it is very helpful ?

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