For those who believe there is a better way
The Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis is the only graduate school created to activate change where it is needed most. We go beyond clinical education with programs that elevate the ability, confidence and vision of a new type of health care leader.
We need nurses like you — professionals who seek a greater impact in health — those who believe in better.
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Why you should choose Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis:
- Emphasis on leadership
- Dedication to inclusiveness
- Leader in simulation learning
- State-of-the-art facilities
- School-coordinated clinical placements
- No GRE or GMAT required
Doctor of Nursing Practice — Family Nurse Practitioner Program
Three years
The postbaccalaureate Doctor of Nursing Practice — Family Nurse Practitioner (D.N.P.-F.N.P.) degree program at the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing prepares new family nurse practitioners. A three-year hybrid program that combines distanced-based education with four on-campus immersions, our D.N.P.-F.N.P. program prepares advanced practice providers to engage in patient- and family-centered, evidence-based primary care.
Doctor of Nursing Practice — Nurse Anesthesia Program
In development
The postbaccalaureate Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.) — Nurse Anesthesia Degree Program at the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing is currently in development. This program will prepare critical care nurses to become new Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs). The school seeks to develop a three-year hybrid program that combines distanced-based education with on-campus immersions.
Doctor of Philosophy Degree Program
Four years
The full-time doctoral program prepares you to lead in health care, health policy, and education and research at the university level. Your future career path could be in research, education, government organizations or health administration.
Health Professions Educator Graduate Academic Certificate Program
Three quarters concurrent with degree program
Graduate nursing students with an interest in education may apply for this certificate program to prepare to teach in prelicensure nursing and other health professions programs. Graduates are eligible to apply for Certification for Nurse Educators.
Family Caregiving Graduate Academic Unit Certificate Program
Three quarters concurrent with degree program
Graduate nursing students with an interest in family caregiving and family-centered care may apply for this certificate program to prepare to address the needs of diverse family caregivers and lead system change through practice, leadership and research.
