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Nurse-Midwifery, DNP

Become a leader in midwifery care with Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­â€™s nationally ranked Certified Nurse-Midwifery (CNM) Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program. Develop the advanced skills and confidence to support individual and families throughout pregnancy, birth and postpartum care.

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About this Program

Discover Your Path to Advanced Practice

Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­’s Certified Nurse-Midwifery (CNM) DNP program prepares you to become a leader in midwifery care through a curriculum that blends trusted midwifery traditions with innovative, evidence-based approaches to health care. Through a cohort-based learning model, you’ll build lasting connections with classmates from diverse backgrounds while developing the advanced clinical and leadership skills needed to support patients and families through pregnancy, birth and postpartum care.

Through immersive clinical experiences in diverse settings—including community birth centers, rural and urban clinics, and high-acuity Level III hospitals—you’ll gain the confidence and expertise to provide compassionate midwifery care in a variety of practice environments. Guided by dedicated faculty, you’ll graduate prepared to advance the profession of midwifery and make a meaningful impact in the communities you serve.

Transition to Semester Calendar

Beginning in summer 2027, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­’s graduate programs will shift from a quarter system to a semester calendar. As the transition takes place, the university is committed to minimizing impact on your time to completion and program cost as you progress toward your degree. Learn more about the Graduate Programs Move to Semesters.

Applications Are Now Open

Take the next step toward advanced practice. Applications are now open for our Doctor of Nursing Practice and Advanced Practice Nursing Immersion programs for the 2027-2028 academic year. We encourage you to apply early for priority consideration.

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No Application Fee

We are committed to removing barriers to graduate education by waiving the application fee for all applicants.

Certified Nurse-Midwifery (CNM) Program at a Glance

Learn how the CNM DNP will contribute to your career goals, explore course requirements and more.

The Certified Nurse Midwifery DNP program provides the basic core competencies and curriculum essentials required by certifying and accrediting organizations, while taking your practice many steps further. The CNM program of study is for students entering the DNP program with an RN and Advanced Practice Nursing Immersion (APNI) to DNP students who have successfully completed their prelicensure program of study.

DNP graduates will:

  1. Synthesize knowledge from nursing and other disciplines in the provision of evidence-based advanced practice nursing care.
  2. Utilize information systems technology to improve healthcare access, quality and outcomes.
  3. Demonstrate competence in an advanced nursing practice specialty.
  4. Exercise leadership through scholarship, advocacy, and community engagement to achieve just and equitable healthcare systems that improve health potential and reduce health disparities of vulnerable populations.
  5. Evaluate and influence healthcare systems and health policy at local, state, federal and global levels.
  6. Demonstrate effective communication and interprofessional collaboration in the promotion of healthcare access, quality and outcomes.
  7. Evaluate beliefs, values, and ways of knowing to foster lifelong personal and professional development.
  8. Apply ethical decision-making in complex clinical situations.

Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ Nurse Midwifery Program Philosophy, Mission and Objectives

What You’ll Learn

Learn about the classes you’ll take as a student here.

Rankings and Recognition

#1

Nursing School in Washington

SU's College of Nursing and Health Sciences was recently ranked as the #1 Nursing School in Washington (College Factual, 2025).

#64

Nationally Ranked DNP Program

Recognized among the top half of DNP programs nationwide, our Doctor of Nursing Practice reflects a strong reputation for excellence in nursing education (U.S. News & World Report, 2026).

#2

Nurse Practitioner Programs in Washington

Our Doctor of Nursing Practice programs are recognized as the #2 Nurse Practitioner Programs in Washington (RegisteredNursing.org, 2025).

Virtual Information Sessions

Have questions about Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­â€™s Doctor of Nursing Practice programs? Attend a one-hour virtual information session to learn more about the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, meet a knowledgeable admissions representative, and get answers to your questions about our programs, the application process and more.

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A Nursing Education Built Around Experience and Excellence

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Build Confidence Through Immersive Clinical Experience

With 200+ clinical hours per semester in realistic, hands-on scenarios, you’ll refine your clinical skills, strengthen decision-making and build the confidence needed to provide compassionate, patient-centered midwifery care. Through guided practice and mentorship, you’ll prepare to navigate complex clinical situations and support the unique needs of each patient and family.

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Practice Advanced Skills in a State-of-the-Art Clinical Performance Lab

Prepare for the realities of advanced nursing practice through immersive, hands-on training in Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­’s 20,000-square-foot Clinical Performance Lab. Located just blocks from campus at Swedish Cherry Hill Medical Center, the lab features high-, mid- and low-fidelity manikins, three simulation suites and trained actors who help bring realistic patient scenarios to life.

Through immersive simulation experiences, you’ll apply classroom knowledge, strengthen clinical judgment and build confidence navigating real-world care situations in a safe, supportive environment designed to prepare you for practice.

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Features and Simulations

To provide safe, hands-on training, the CPL is equipped with several patient simulator models, three simulation suites and more.

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A Path for Career Changers: Advanced Practice Nursing Immersion to DNP

Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­’s Advanced Practice Nursing Immersion (APNI) to DNP pathway is designed for individuals with a bachelor’s degree in another field who are ready to pursue a career in nursing and advanced practice. This four-year pathway combines prelicensure nursing coursework, preparation for the NCLEX-RN exam and doctoral-level education, preparing you to become an advanced registered nurse practitioner in your chosen specialty.

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Prepare for National CNM Certification

Gain the knowledge and clinical preparation needed to pursue certification through the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB). Graduates of Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­’s Certified Nurse-Midwifery DNP program are eligible to sit for the AMCB certification exam.

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Expand Your Impact in Women’s Health Care

Are you looking for a nurse practitioner career focused on women’s health but aren’t sure which path is right for you? In addition to our Certified Nurse-Midwifery specialization, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ also offers a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) DNP program. As a WHNP, you’ll provide patient-centered primary and specialized care for women and individuals across the gender spectrum, from puberty through adulthood.

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Accreditations

Certified Nurse-Midwifery ACME Accreditation

The CNM Doctor of Nursing Practice program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education (ACME),2000 Duke Street, Suite 300 Alexandria, Virginia, 22314; 703-835-4565.

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) CCNE Accredited

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program and post-graduate APRN certificate program at Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

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    The Advanced Practice Nursing Immersion (APNI) direct-entry option offers college graduates with a non-nursing degree the opportunity to begin their Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).

    • Doctor of Nursing Practice

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    Major

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    • Bachelor of Science

  • Nurse Practitioner, Adult-Gerontology Acute Care, DNP

    Doctorate

    Prepare for advanced practice in acute care settings, including inpatient and critical care units. Build advanced clinical skills through immersive learning and 200+ clinical hours per semester.

    • Doctor of Nursing Practice

  • Kinesiology, BS

    Major

    As a kinesiology major, you’ll help people improve their health through exercise. You’ll explore the theory and practice of exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor control and exercise psychology.

    • Bachelor of Science

  • Kinesiology, MS

    Master's

    The MS in Kinesiology blends human performance and data science, offering flexible tracks in performance data analytics and research to prepare students for impactful, data-driven careers.

    • Master of Science

  • Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, DNP

    Doctorate

    The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Doctor of Nursing Practice program prepares you to deliver compassionate, evidence-based primary care for individuals and families across the lifespan.

    • Doctor of Nursing Practice

  • Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Mental Health, DNP

    Doctorate

    Prepare for advanced practice in mental health care. Build expertise in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis and treatment while caring for patients across the lifespan.

    • Doctor of Nursing Practice

  • Nurse Practitioner, Women’s Health, DNP

    Doctorate

    Our Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner DNP program prepares you for certification as a WHNP, enabling you to provide patient-centered primary and specialized care from puberty through the lifespan.

    • Doctor of Nursing

  • Nurse-Midwifery, DNP

    Doctorate

    Prepare for advanced practice as a certified nurse-midwife. Gain the knowledge and clinical experience to support patients through pregnancy, birth and postpartum care in diverse health care settings.

    • Doctor of Nursing

  • Nurse-Midwifery, Post-Doctoral Certificate

    Professional

    Learn from faculty committed to trusted midwifery traditions and the highest academic standards to prepare for the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) certification exam.

    • Certificate

  • Nursing, BS

    Major

    You’ll be prepared to take the NCLEX-RN licensing examination and lead as a nurse in health care. Your BSN education centers social justice as a way to care for people and populations holistically.

    • Bachelor of Science

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We’re here to help. For information about DNP degrees at Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, contact:

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