DNP Curriculum and Program Requirements
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program at CCU is an online program available to students in certain states. Rooted in biblical truth, our curriculum integrates national nursing competencies, the American Nurses Association’s (ANA) Code of Ethics, CCU’s Strategic Priorities, and our unique DNP Transformational Leadership Model.
Curriculum
Christ is at the heart of CCU's nursing program. Every course integrates biblical principles and Scripture, providing a faith-based perspective on advanced nursing and leadership concepts while fostering opportunities for spiritual growth. At CCU, nursing is more than a profession; it's a calling. Jesus is not only our Savior but our ultimate role model for compassionate care and transformational leadership.
BSN to DNP: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner and Transformational Leadership
In addition to its Christ-centered focus, the Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) and Transformational Leadership curriculum incorporates nationally recognized competencies, including:
- American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essential Sub-Competencies
- National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF) Nurse Practitioner Role Core Competencies
- American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL) Nurse Leader Core Competencies
- American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Nurse Executive Advanced Certification Content Outline
Through this dual-emphasis track, you will complete 67 credits and 1,160 clinical hours in two key areas:
- AGPCNP: 35 credits and 640 clinical hours
- Transformational Leadership: 32 credits and 520 clinical hours.
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner courses prepare you to diagnose and manage health problems in middle adolescents, adults, older adults, and the frail elderly, while also promoting health and preventing disease. At the same time, the Transformational Leadership core equips you to influence healthcare systems and organizations, improve population and global health, and shape healthcare policy.
Through your DNP project courses, you will identify a significant clinical issue, evaluate best evidence-based practices, and design innovative solutions that improve health outcomes and transform healthcare systems. At CCU, we invest in your success by providing one-on-one faculty mentorship throughout your entire DNP project, helping you lead change with confidence and faith.
BSN to DNP: Family Nurse Practitioner and Transformational Leadership
In addition to its Christ-centered focus, the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Transformational Leadership curriculum incorporates nationally recognized competencies, including:
- American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essential Sub-Competencies
- National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF) Nurse Practitioner Role Core Competencies
- American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL) Nurse Leader Core Competencies
- American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Nurse Executive Advanced Board Certification Content Outline
Through this dual-emphasis track, you will complete 67 credits and 1,160 clinical hours in two key areas:
- FNP: 35 credits and 640 clinical hours
- Transformational Leadership: 32 credits and 520 clinical hours.
Family Nurse Practitioner courses prepare you to diagnose and manage health problems in infants, children, adolescents, adults, and older adult patients, while also promoting health and preventing disease. At the same time, the Transformational Leadership core equips you to influence healthcare systems and organizations, improve population and global health, and shape healthcare policy.
Through your DNP project courses, you will identify a significant clinical issue, evaluate best evidence-based practices, and design innovative solutions that improve health outcomes and transform healthcare systems. At CCU, we invest in your success by providing one-on-one faculty mentorship throughout your entire DNP project, helping you lead change with confidence and faith.
BSN to DNP: Nurse Educator and Transformational Leadership
In addition to its Christ-centered focus, the Nurse Educator and Transformational Leadership curriculum incorporates nationally recognized competencies, including:
- American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essential Sub-Competencies
- National League for Nursing (NLN) Novice Nurse Educator Competencies
- American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Nursing Professional Development Certification Content Outline
- American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL) Nurse Leader Core Competencies
- American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Nurse Executive Advanced Certification Content Outline
Through this dual-emphasis track, you will complete 63 credits and 1,000 clinical hours in two key areas:
- Nurse Educator: 31 credits and 480 clinical hours (including 80 direct care)
- Transformational Leadership: 32 credits and 520 clinical hours.
Nurse Educator courses prepare you to facilitate learning, design curriculum, and evaluate program outcomes in academic and healthcare settings. At the same time, the Transformational Leadership core equips you to influence healthcare systems and organizations, improve population and global health, and shape healthcare policy.
Through your DNP project courses, you will identify a significant clinical issue, evaluate best evidence-based practices, and design innovative solutions that improve health outcomes and transform healthcare systems. At CCU, we invest in your success by providing one-on-one faculty mentorship throughout your entire DNP project, helping you lead change with confidence and faith.
MSN to DNP: Transformational Leadership
In addition to its Christ-centered focus, the Transformational Leadership curriculum incorporates nationally recognized competencies, including:
- American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essential Sub-Competencies
- American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL) Nurse Leader Core Competencies
- American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Nurse Executive Advanced Certification Content Outline
In the Transformational Leadership track, you will complete 32 credits and 520 clinical hours. Transformational Leadership courses are designed to empower you to influence healthcare systems and organizations, improve population and global health, and shape healthcare policy.
Through your DNP project courses, you will identify a significant clinical issue, evaluate best evidence-based practices, and design innovative solutions that improve health outcomes and transform healthcare systems. At CCU, we invest in your success by providing one-on-one faculty mentorship throughout your entire DNP project, helping you lead change with confidence and faith.
Graduation Requirements
The faculty recommends students in the DNP program as candidates for graduation when they have completed the following requirements:
- Have a letter grade of C or better in all courses and a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher on the University’s 4.0 grade scale in all CCU coursework.
- Successfully complete all required DNP courses and clinical practice hours.
- Successfully defend the final EBP project and be in good academic standing to graduate.
- Maintain current RN licensure in the state of residency.
- Apply for graduation by the date specified by the University Registrar.
- Have no outstanding financial obligations to the University.
- Meet University residency requirements.