APNI-DNP Prelicensure Coursework

Learn more about the courses you'll take to prepare for RN licensure as a student in the Advanced Practice Nursing Immersion (APNI) to DNP pathway—designed for individuals with a non-nursing bachelor's degree.

Prelicensure Overview

The Advanced Practice Nursing Immersion (APNI) to DNP pathway is designed for individuals with a non-nursing bachelor's degree who want to become advanced practice registered nurses. Prior to beginning the advanced practice curriculum, students complete prelicensure nursing coursework and clinical experiences that prepare them for RN licensure and the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN). After successfully completing the prelicensure portion of the program and passing the NCLEX-RN, students continue into the doctoral curriculum and follow the program of study for their selected nurse practitioner specialty.

Students choose from one of five nurse practitioner specialties when applying to the program:

Below is the prelicensure program of study for the 2027–2028 academic year, reflecting 91探花's move to a semester calendar system.

Program of study is listed as proposed to WABON, and currently subject to their review and approval. Nursing programs of study may change periodically to address state regulations, national accreditation, professional standards, licensing and certification requirements, and quality improvements to the curriculum. All nursing courses begin with prefix NURS.

2027-2028 Academic Year Prelicensure Program of Study

The prelicensure coursework for APNI-DNP students spans 4 semesters and includes 43 credits. Below is the program of study for students beginning in summer 2027.

Semester 1 (11 credits)

5024 Pathophysiology

5005 Pharmacology

5141 Foundations of Nursing

5041 Foundational Concepts and Skills Lab

Semester 2 (13 credits)

5XXX Research and Evidence-Based Practice (course code TBD)

5025 Med-Surg II: Promoting the Health of Adults Theory

5027 Med-Surg II: Promoting the Health of Adults Clinical

5121 Promoting Mental Health Theory

5021 Promoting Mental Health Clinical

5XXX Med-Surg I: Promoting the Health of Older Adults Theory (course code TBD)

5XXX Med-Surg I: Promoting the Health of Older Adults Clinical (course code TBD)

Semester 3 (10 credits)

5013 Leadership and Ethics

5108 Promoting the Health of Children Theory

5008 Promoting the Health of Children Clinical

5212 Promoting Reproductive Health Theory

5012 Promoting Reproductive Health Clinical

Semester 4 (9 credits)

5XXX Clinical Judgement in Complex Care (course code TBD)

5031 Promoting the Health of Populations and Communities Theory

5131 Promoting the Health of Populations and Communities Clinical

5051 Program Synthesis: Clinical 

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We are currently accepting applications for the 2027-2028 academic year. Start your application now (for free!) and take the first step toward your future career as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner.

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