Course Description
Final course in the DNP scholarly project sequence focusing on data analysis, outcome evaluation, and dissemination. Students analyze project data, evaluate outcomes, complete final written report, and disseminate findings through presentation and/or publication.
Credit Hours
3 credits (3 lecture/seminar)
Prerequisites
DNP 802, completed data collection
Student Learning Outcomes (AACN DNP Essentials)
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Essential III - Clinical Scholarship: Analyze and disseminate DNP project findings
- Analyze project data using appropriate methods
- Evaluate project outcomes against benchmarks
- Synthesize findings and implications
- Complete final scholarly paper
- Present project to stakeholders
- Disseminate findings for practice impact
Project Components
- Data Analysis
- Outcome Evaluation
- Findings Interpretation
- Practice Implications
- Sustainability Planning
- Final Scholarly Paper
- Oral Defense
- Dissemination Plan
Deliverables
- Data Analysis Results
- Final Scholarly Paper
- Oral Defense Presentation
- Poster or Publication Manuscript
- Portfolio Completion
Evaluation Methods
Final Scholarly Paper (40%), Oral Defense (30%), Dissemination Product (20%), Committee Approval (10%)
Program Completion Requirements
Students must successfully defend project and receive committee approval for DNP degree completion.