Nursing, BSN to DNP (CAGS)

The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), BSN to DNP Pathway offers a doctoral degree to individuals entering with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Degree and RN license. This pathway ranges from 32-36 months in length and consists of three specialty tracks with dual emphasis: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)/Transformational Leadership, Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)/ Transformational Leadership and Nurse Educator (NE)/Transformational Leadership. This program prepares nurse leaders at the highest level of nursing practice to improve outcomes and translate research into practice within their area of specialty.

The Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)/Transformational Leadership specialty track prepares students as advanced practice registered nurses in the care of middle adolescents, adults, older adults, and frail elderly. This program is 3 years in length and includes 1160 total clinical practicum hours.

The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)/Transformational Leadership specialty track prepares students as advanced practice registered nurses in the care of infants, children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. This program is 3 years in length and includes 1160 total clinical practicum hours.

The Nurse Educator (NE)/Transformational Leadership track prepares nurses as educators in academic and healthcare settings from a biblical worldview. This program is 32 months in length and includes 1000 total clinical practicum hours, 80 of which are direct care.

Admission Requirements

1. Have earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree with a GPA of 3.0 or above based on a 4.0 scale or the equivalent from a regionally accredited university.

2. Have an active, unrestricted or unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state in which the clinical/practicum experience will be completed.

3. Have at least 6 months of full-time experience as an RN.

4. Submit a current resume or Curriculum Vitae through the online application process.

5. Complete the CAGS application to the DNP program, including essay, professional recommendation, applicable fees, and interview.

Professional Licensure Disclosure

Colorado Christian University offers several academic programs that lead to professional licensure in the state of Colorado and, in some programs, prepare students for a national exam. All students should be aware that states vary in their educational and professional requirements depending on the profession. Some states require specific educational requirements, clinical requirements, accreditation requirements, or exam requirements. See professional licensure disclosures for details.