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RN to BSN - Choose an Education that Gives Your Greater Options

Earn your BSN Degree in as Few as 
12 Months* - 100% Online 

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Are you a registered nurse with an associate degree, diploma or certification? Are you ready to add professional skills and advanced healthcare theory… and to move ahead in your career? Grand Canyon University’s RN to BSN program is designed for you.

The online and evening Doctor of Nursing Practice programs at GCU stimulate personal and professional growth, enabling advanced practice registered nurses to work towards the pinnacle of their career.

DNP in Educational Leadership
Pursue an Education-Focused Career in Health Care

Become an education-oriented nurse leader and improve the future of health care delivery by inspiring the next generation of nursing professionals to strive for health care excellence. The Doctor of Nursing Practice with an Emphasis in Educational Leadership degree at Grand Canyon University empowers graduates to initiate evidence-based practice strategies that enhance health care and improve patient outcomes. Offered by the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions, the DNP in Educational Leadership emphasizes teaching strategies, curriculum development and student assessments.

Affordability

GCU offers a competitive, affordable online tuition rate to encourage higher learning.

Connection

Our online degrees are designed to foster communication and connectivity through discussion boards and projects.

Flexibility

Online courses offer flexibility and convenience for working professionals and students with busy schedules.

Fully Trained Faculty

Benefit from experienced, full-time faculty members and fully trained adjunct instructors committed to your individual growth and success.

Helpful Resources

Students have access to web-enhanced learning tools through our Learning Management System, including eBooks, forums and helpful calendar reminders.

Why Choose GCU For Your Online DNP Degree

Available Support

As an online student, you will have access to technical support and academic counselors who will guide you throughout your time at GCU. These resources are available to give you the needed assistance to make your degree path successful.

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Earn Your DNP From GCU 
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The online and evening Doctor of Nursing Practice programs at GCU stimulate personal and professional growth, enabling advanced practice registered nurses to work towards the pinnacle of their career.

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Doctor of Nursing Practice
Achieve the Highest Level of Nursing Education

Grand Canyon University’s DNP degree is ideal for nurse leaders, public health nurses, nurse informaticists and advanced practice registered nurses who wish to remain at the forefront of patient care. This degree, offered by the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions, guides nurses in applying current research to improve health care systems and enhance patient outcomes.

The Doctor of Nursing Practice degree is a comprehensive program that blends theoretical knowledge with clinical application. Some of the courses you will take include:

  • Emerging Areas of Human Health
  • Scientific Underpinnings
  • Patient Outcomes and Sustainable Change
  • Leadership for Advanced Nursing Practice
  • Health Care Informatics

Students study the establishment of programs of clinical excellence and explore a holistic perspective on coaching individuals and families through developmental, health-illness and situational transitions. Learners develop core competencies in nursing science and consider ethical issues in health care research. There is an emphasis on the application of evidence-based nursing science to optimize patient outcomes.

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GCU has no out-of-state or international tuition, keeping education costs affordable for students across the country and around the world. We are here to help you through every step of the process, from calculating your educational costs per year to applying for financial aid.

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