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What is the difference between the DNP and PhD degrees?

April 26, 2017degrees DNP PHD

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What is the difference between the DNP and PhD degrees?

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• Both the DNP and PhD are terminal degrees in nursing. • The DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice degree) is a practice doctorate. It is designed for nurses whose educational and career interests include advanced clinical practice, nursing education and/or administration. • The PhD (Doctor of Philosophy degree) is a research doctorate. It is designed for nurses whose educational and careers interests include nursing research and building the science of nursing. Their practice may also include the role of advanced practice or nursing education.