University of Miami Florida
Degree Type
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) – Nurse Anesthesia Track
The DNP program at the University of Miami prepares registered nurses to become Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), emphasizing advanced clinical practice, leadership, and evidence-based care.
Program Length
- Duration: 36 months (9 semesters), full-time.
Credit Hours
- Total Credit Hours: 132 semester hours.
Starting Month
January
The program typically begins in January each year.
Application Deadlines
Application Opens: September 1, 2024
Application Deadline: February 1, 2025, for enrollment in the Spring 2026 cohort.
Program Requirements
- Educational Background:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from a regionally accredited institution.
- Licensure:
- Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Experience:
- Minimum of two years of full-time critical care nursing experience as an RN within the last five years.
- Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
- Academic Performance:
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Additional Program Features
- Accreditation: The BSN-DNP Nurse Anesthesia Track is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA) until November 2028. This accreditation permits graduates to take the National Certification Examination to obtain the CRNA credential.
- Clinical Experience: The program utilizes various clinical sites, including the University of Miami Health System and Jackson Health System, offering students diverse practice settings to enhance their educational experiences.
Contact
University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies
Address: P.O. Box 248153, Coral Gables, FL 33124
Phone: (305) 284-3666
Email: sonhs@miami.edu