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GuIDE to DegreeSMCan't decide on a DNP or PHD? We're here to explain your options.
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AboutAre you considering applying for a Doctoral program? Not sure which program is right for you? The Guiding Initiative for Doctoral Education, (GuIDE), is a program to guide and support Advanced Practice Nurses as you consider moving forward with your career development. The GuiDE to DegreeSM program fosters and supports this cadre of pre-doctoral students toward successful admission into doctoral programs and result in an increased number of doctorally-prepared nurse faculty. The GuiDE to Degree program is a uniquely crafted program for pre-doctoral health professionals. Participants will gain the maneuverability between practice and academe, be recognized for practice-based accomplishments, and experience the collegiality and collaborative skills needed to begin on their career paths from BSN to doctoral degree. |
This short video showcases best practices in preparing your doctoral and graduate applications for any program. |
National League for Nurses Announces 2020 Award Winners
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The National League for Nursing Awards, named for three luminaries in nursing education, will be presented at the NLN 2020 Virtual Education Summit, part of a special Honors Convocation on Friday, Sept. 25. The annual NLN Awards honor individuals and organizations of stature and distinction within nursing education and the wider stage of American health care.
The NLN Mary Adelaide Nutting Award For Outstanding Teaching or Leadership in Nursing Education Laura Adrian Taylor, PhD, RN, FAAN, ANEF |
Dr. Taylor appears at 1:22
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With more than 26 years in the transplant nursing community, and 34 years in nursing education, Dr. Laura Adrian Taylor has earned national and international recognition as a strong leader who shapes practice, policy and education. She offers disruptive instructional approaches to research intensive universities that value interprofessional collaboration and education to drive the imaginative integration of IT with the science of nursing and nursing education. Laser focused on improving care outcomes, she guided the design and implementation of innovative information technologies to ensure that nurses around the world had access to current resources on a wide variety of technology platforms.
The Uniformed Services University motto of commitment to “learning to caring for those in harm’s way” has inspired Dr. Taylor in multiple ways that, taken together, have fostered her work to provide high quality, safe patient care and to guide global change within numerous health care educational settings, aligning with Ms. Nutting’s legacy to strive for meaningful educational and health care policy reform.
See the complete list of award winners.
The Uniformed Services University motto of commitment to “learning to caring for those in harm’s way” has inspired Dr. Taylor in multiple ways that, taken together, have fostered her work to provide high quality, safe patient care and to guide global change within numerous health care educational settings, aligning with Ms. Nutting’s legacy to strive for meaningful educational and health care policy reform.
See the complete list of award winners.
What It Is
The GuIDE to Degree Bootcamp offers one and a half days of interactive discussion with colleagues and expert faculty on the distinct differences in the two major Doctoral education opportunities: DNP and PhD.
Discussion on how to choose the optimal doctoral program/university for you |
"Must-Do's" to maximize your application strengths |
Impact of strong mentorship teams |
Balancing family/work/school demands |
Past Participants
These are just some of the comments from past participants ...
"The Guide workshop gave me the tools I need to stand out on my graduate application! The presenters were full of energy the encouraging! I feel lucky to have had this experience!"
"This was a game changer. The course allowed insight into this exciting yet intimidating next step. It built confidence in myself and likely all others because it was full of tangible tools as well as supportive conversation." "You mentioned one your mentors is the North Star, that’s how I see you! You are an inspiration and a role model." "Loved it! The whole topic was broken down into manageable pieces to help process a very serious life altering decision.". "The most valuable elements were, the availability of the faculty, and the sense of community created among the attendees." "Prior to attending the graduate workshop, I was unsure of my options to obtain a PhD or DNP. In addition, I had no idea, which program to choose, .... I learned a great deal about the differences between the DNP and PhD, which I am now able to select wisely on my educational path. The eye opener for me was the self-SWOT analysis on my weaknesses, strengths, threats and opportunities. This was truly an eye opener exercise." |
"The generosity of Dr. Taylor and Dr. Terhaar in their time, wisdom, and guidance was a gift. The impact that these hours have had on me, prior to applying for a doctoral program, is significant." "I appreciate your holistic approach and positive affirmations." "I left there feeling as if the mental barriers to furthering my education were beginning to lift." "I had doubt about myself being not smart enough to get accepted for a DNP before attending the workshop, but through discussion about barriers, my confidence certainly increased for being successful to get in the program and get it done." "Prior to this program, I thought I would pursue the DNP, but I discovered that the PhD program was a better fit! I was also concerned about money for scholarship, but the presentation highlighted many different avenues for covering the costs. I was surrounded by colleagues who are also interested in doctoral education, so having a cohort and academic team who can provide support and bolstering was very encouraging!" |
"Thank you for bringing your brilliance, creativity, mindfulness and authenticity to the team!"
Who We Are
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Laura A. Taylor, PhD, RN, ANEF, FAAN
Dr. Laura Taylor received her undergraduate and graduate degrees in Nursing from the University of Maryland School of Nursing. She received her PhD from the Catholic University of America School of Nursing, and a Post-Doctoral Fellowship from the Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing.
Dr. Taylor is an expert in the use of computer-based information technologies to advance both research and education She is a recipient of Faculty of the Year Awards, Outstanding Dissemination of Health Information Award from the Maryland Nursing Association, Health Information Technology Scholar (National League for Nursing. Dr. Taylor is a Professor in the Daniel K. Inouye Graduate School of Nursing and Family Nurse Practitioner Program at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. She is a Academy of Nurse Educators Fellow (ANEF), a Fellow in the American Academy of Nurses (FAAN), and President-Elect of the International Transplant Nursing Society (INTS). |
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