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Doctor of Nursing Practice

Transform healthcare through advanced practice and faith-driven leadership

Elevate expertise in patient-centered care

Drive change across healthcare systems

Whole-person, mission-focused healthcare approach

Multiple specializations and career tracks

Program Overview

What You'll Learn

Advanced clinical decision-making and patient care management
Evidence-based practice and applied research methods
Healthcare systems leadership and organizational strategy
Policy development, advocacy, and ethical practice
Quality improvement and patient safety initiatives

Career Opportunities

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) roles
Nurse practitioner across specialized populations
Healthcare executive or clinical leadership positions
Nurse educator in academic or clinical settings
Healthcare policy and quality improvement leadership

Why Choose Adventist Education?

Adventist education prepares doctoral-level nurses to lead with compassion, integrity, and a commitment to whole-person care. Across these universities, you’ll gain advanced clinical expertise while integrating faith into practice and leadership. This DNP pathway equips you to transform healthcare systems while making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and communities.

Choose Your Program By Institution

Select from our prestigious member institutions offering Doctor of Nursing Practice programs:

AHU

AdventHealth University

Nursing Practice DNP Doctor of Nursing Practice

Delivery Format: Fully online coursework with supervised practice hours

Degrees/Tracks Offered:

BSN to DNP: Organizational Leadership
BSN to DNP: 2 Plus 2 Family Nurse Practitioner
BSN to DNP: Organizational Leadership
BSN to MSN to DNP: 2 Plus 2 Family Nurse Practitioner
MSN to DNP: Family Nurse Practitioner
MSN to DNP: Organizational Leadership

Program Features:

Direct connection to AdventHealth hospital network
Practice-focused curriculum with real-world application
Mentorship and support within faith-based environment

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AU

Andrews University

Nursing Practice DNP Doctor of Nursing Practice

Delivery Format: Blended online coursework with required clinical experiences

Program Features:

Research-informed curriculum with global health perspective
Emphasis on leadership and evidence-based practice
Faith-integrated approach to advanced nursing roles

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LLU

Loma Linda University

Nursing Practice DNP Doctor of Nursing Practice

Delivery Format: Hybrid format with intensive clinical practice hours

Degrees/Tracks Offered:

Acute Care Adult-Gerontology
Acute Care Pediatric
Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS): Adult-Gerontology
Family
Neonatal
Nurse Anesthesia (CRNA)
Nurse Leadership
Primary Care Adult-Gerontology
Primary-Care Pediatric
Psychiatric Mental Health
Master of Science to DNP

Program Features:

Strong academic medical center clinical integration
Focus on acute care and advanced practice
Access to cutting-edge research and innovation

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SAU

Southern Adventist University

Nurse Practitioner DNP Doctor of Nursing Practice

Delivery Format: Online coursework with in-person clinical requirements

Degrees/Tracks Offered:

Doctor of Nursing Practice
BS to DNP
BS to DNP/MBA - Healthcare Administration
DNP/MBA - Healthcare Administration

Program Features:

Lifestyle medicine and whole-person care emphasis
Option for dual degree and leadership pathways
Strong clinical partnerships and applied learning

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Who Is This For?

Registered nurses pursuing advanced clinical practice roles
Nurse practitioners seeking doctoral-level career advancement
Healthcare professionals transitioning into leadership positions
Nurses committed to evidence-based, patient-centered care
Professionals seeking faith-based healthcare leadership development

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