Want to give the next generation of nursing professionals a better start on superior patient outcomes The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) – Educational Leadership Specialization program from the American Sentinel College of Nursing and Health Sciences at Post University is designed to help nurse educators improve their teaching and leadership skills. This program covers leadership, learner-centered curriculum design, practice-based insights for nursing education, training techniques for integrating technology into the healthcare classroom, and more to help nursing professionals experience the education needed for quality patient care.
ACEN Programmatic Accreditation
The DNP for Educational Leadership is programmatically accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
Note: This program is not designed to fulfill the educational requirements for any licensure or certification. Post University does not speak on behalf of any licensing board or body but does assist students in understanding licensure requirements.
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Educational Leadership DNP At a Glance
- Zero Residency Requirements
- 42 Credit Hours
- 28-36 Month Program*
- 8-Week Courses
- Six Annual Start Dates
*Doctor of Nursing Practice students can expect to complete their degree requirements in 28-36 months. Most students complete degree requirements within 36 months.
Our online DNP program with an educational leadership specialization offers practice-based instruction from a faculty of experienced nursing professionals. Students will cover a wide range of education and nursing topics, from health statistics and leadership to planning nursing education initiatives for curriculum and assessment strategies.
Contact us to speak with an advisor who can help you explore the curriculum to meet your goals as well as options and opportunities for financing your education.
What Our Students are Saying

“I really enjoyed the experience, and would definitely recommend the DNP Educational Leadership. It worked for my life and my schedule and I came away a better nurse and professor because of it.”
– Debbie D’Arcy, DNP Educational Leadership Specialization

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Source: American Sentinel College’s End of Course Survey 2020 & Biannual Students Survey 2021