Doctoral Degrees

A doctoral degree is a terminal degree. It can be a DNP, PhD or EdD or another discipline. Doctorate curricula build on traditional master's programs by providing education in evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and systems leadership, among other key areas. Has your scope of practice changed? This is the place to discuss programs, schools and the effect a doctoral degree has on your nursing practice.

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  2. VickyRN

    Doctoral degree to become an NP???

    Last reply by sirI, MSN, APRN, NP
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  3. justme1972

    Curious...using the title "Doctor" for a DNP...

    Last reply by sirI, MSN, APRN, NP
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  4. BabyLady

    2015 DNP

    Last reply by ccso962
    • 235 replies
  5. healthstar

    DNP vs MD

    Last reply by mrcleanscrubs, BSN, RN
    • 135 replies
  6. umbdude

    Clarification on the DNP requirement of 2015

    Last reply by PMFB-RN, RN
    • 111 replies
  7. ajhill00

    What is the difference between NP and DNP?

    Last reply by sirI, MSN, APRN, NP
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  8. Corey Narry

    Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP): My Personal Pro's and Con's

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    Last reply by IsabelK
    • 98 replies
  9. FL911RN

    UF BSN-DNP 2014

    Last reply by nurseylove25
    • 247 replies
  10. patdaddy

    DNP in one Year?

    Last reply by MelissaNP
    • 22 replies
  11. Brian

    Nurses, physicians weigh in on new doctoral nurse degree

    Last reply by LPN2RN2BSN2MSN
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  12. tortorRN

    What is the quickest way to earning your DNP?

    Last reply by rachelaleanRN2B
    • 28 replies
  13. NewGradChiNP

    Applying for UIC DNP...

    Last reply by sharon.uic
    • 91 replies
  14. nurse1219

    How long does it take to become a DNP

    Last reply by greatgirl123
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  15. SandBetweenMyToes

    Is Mandatory DNP by 2015 a Done Deal?

    Last reply by sirI, MSN, APRN, NP
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  16. deadsoul

    DNP required soon?

    Last reply by swift125
    • 120 replies
  17. Duppy Conqueror

    Should I go for my PhD or DNP?

    Last reply by Duppy Conqueror
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  18. acarlow

    BSN-DNP, no experience

    Last reply by Simplyroses
    • 28 replies
  19. IcySageNurse

    DNP seems like a waste...

    Last reply by PhillyFNP, DNP
    • 87 replies
  20. physasst

    DNP's failing the test????

    Last reply by forpath
    • 58 replies
  21. Meesterjojo

    Why are so many Doctors hostile towards the DNP?

    Last reply by sirI, MSN, APRN, NP
    • 129 replies
  22. Joe NightingMale

    Should I do NP or DNP in the near future?

    Last reply by al dente
    • 16 replies
  23. AshleyPCA

    Non-nursing major graduate wants DNP!

    Last reply by IsabelK
    • 24 replies
  24. Tiff3790

    DNP and working full time?

    Last reply by keisha e
    • 15 replies
  25. Palliative Care, DNP

    BSN to DNP

    Last reply by olof
    • 21 replies
  26. evpsych

    BSN to DNP with no nursing experience

    Last reply by sherri12
    • 24 replies