Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Curriculum

Academics & Admissions

The Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner DNP Program admits students every fall and has the following requirements for graduation:

  • 75 Credits
  • 752 Clinical Hours (min.)
  • The minimum number of combined clinical practicum and DNP project experience hours is 1000. Students, however, may be required to complete more than 1000 hours to meet minimum competency requirements for graduation and certification (when applicable).

More information about the program:

  • Students may complete this program in four or five years (see the 4- and 5-Year Plans of Study)
  • In-person classes meet on our Newark campus

2023 Fall Start

2021 Fall Start

Spring 2021 Only

Starting Fall 2019