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NURS 836 Advanced Practice Roles and Leadership


This course provides students with an in-depth understanding of the roles and development of an Advanced Practice Nurse, specifically emphasizing the role of the Clinical Nurse Specialist and the Nurse Practitioner. Concepts include the historical, political, legal, social, and ethical aspects of Advanced Practice Nursing. One of the primary aims of this course is to assist the student in beginning the socialization process into the new role of a DNP-prepared nurse.

Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Summer (in-person, occasionally online)

Prerequisites -
Restriction by Major - DNP-GCNS DNP-PCNP DNP GPNM PCNP   
Restriction by Degree Type - Graduate standing

Equivalent Course(s) -
Course History -
New Course 6/2023, effective Fall 2023


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