MSN to DNP

Post-MSN to DNP

The Post-Master’s DNP curriculum is designed for nurses who have already earned a Master of Science in Nursing degree or Master of Science in Anesthesia.

UMKC SoNHS offers three pathways into the Post-Master’s DNP program.

Post-MSN, APRN to DNP

  • Appropriate for master’s prepared nurses certified in Advanced Practice (APRN) roles including certified Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Anesthetist, and Nurse Midwife, to complete the DNP degree.

Post-MSN, Non-APRN to DNP

  • For those with a master’s degree in nursing in one of the following areas: Nursing Leadership (Administration), Nursing Informatics, or Nursing Clinical Research Management, to complete the DNP degree. National certification in the area is preferred not required.
  • Individualized plans of study are developed for students depending upon prior coursework. Applicants will need to provide course syllabi for evaluation of potential transfer credits from previous programs.

Post-MSN to DNP (Returning for a New or Second NP Role)**

  • Appropriate for master’s prepared nurses (either APRN or non-APRN) returning for coursework to obtain a new or second NP role in addition to the DNP, via adding a certificate.
  • Individualized plans of study are developed for students depending upon prior coursework. Applicants will need to provide course syllabi for evaluation of potential transfer credits from previous programs.

** Please Note: Individualized plans of study are developed for students depending upon prior coursework. Applicants will need to provide course syllabi for evaluation of potential transfer credits from previous programs. This route is completed by earning a certificate and then completing the MSN-DNP program in succession.

Online Specialty Tracks Available to Complete in Addition to the DNP

*Specialty tracks are added via a Post-MSN Certificate, which is completed first in succession with the MSN-DNP curriculum.

Institute Requirements

  • The MSN-DNP requires online attendance for the two-day Clinical Institute in May for those entering the last full year of the program. Dates will be provided well in advance.

State Regulation Requirements

  • We are now a part of State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA) which allows us to offer online programs to students in other SARA states.
  • We are able to accept and enroll students into most of our online programs in 48 states, including Washington, DC.
  • We highly recommend that you review this information prior to submitting your application. Please review the state regulatory map to verify the status of your state’s regulations.

Online/Hybrid Distance Learning Program

  • We designed the graduate programs to give professionals flexibility. Our courses are conducted online, and some may require class/chat times. Class/chat times are scheduled on Thursdays or Fridays and are communicated well in advance.
  • Students use the Web-based software, Canvas, for their online courses.
    • Courses are conducted in synchronous and asynchronous modes depending on the professor and class.
    • You can log on to find homework, class assignments, a class list, a syllabus and more at any time.
    • The program allows students to engage in interactive learning with faculty and other students in an online platform.

Resources

DNP Mission and Progress Outcomes

MSN to DNP Sample Plan of Study (PDF)

Course Schedules

UMKC Catalog


Contacts

Corrina Beck
Senior Student Services Coordinator (A-K)
816-235-5788
beckc@umkc.edu

Georgia Campbell
Senior Student Services Coordinator (L-Z)
816-235-1740
gcampbell@umkc.edu

Dr. Marti Anselmo
Division of Nursing Practice Director
816-235-5184
anselmom@umkc.edu