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What are the different types of doctoral degrees in nursing education (DNE, DNP, PhD, EdD)?

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Each school designs their own nursing education curriculums for unique types of students, which results in several different types of naming conventions at the doctoral level—each with their own meaning. Some of the most common names include:

  • Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). The DNP is a practice-oriented degree, focused in clinical practice, leadership, and advanced nursing roles. Emphasis is placed upon evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and systems leadership.
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD). The PhD is a research-focused degree  which places greater emphasis on academia and scholarship in nursing. .
  • Doctor of Education in Nursing Education (Ed.D). These are general Doctor of Education programs for which they offer a nursing education concentration. Leadership, policy, and educational practice is the focus of the Ed.D.
  • Doctor of Nursing Education (DNE). The DNE represents a doctoral curriculum designed to fully prepare students for educational roles and leadership in nursing.  Programs are focused on curriculum development, teaching methodologies, and assessment strategies in nursing.

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