Keywords

Education, Doctor of Philosophy, Nursing, Bachelor

Abstract

Background: To address the shortage of PhD-prepared nursing faculty, universities in the United States of America offer direct entry BSN-to-PhD nursing programs. Little research has been done to explore students’ perceptions of these programs and formally evaluate the successes and opportunities for growth of this academic track. Methods: Focusing on the perceptions and experiential reflection of BSN-to-PhD education, a survey with open-ended questions was distributed among voluntary participants who are current BSN-to-PhD students or recent graduates (years) from various universities in the country. Textual data were analyzed using a qualitative descriptive approach with thematic analysis. Results: This article elaborates on opportunities, challenges, and suggestions related to this educational route as recognized by 21 participants from seven universities. Conclusion: The findings of the study may facilitate discussion among nurse educators to revise programs to be congruent with the needs of current students while paving the way for future scholars.

Original Publication Citation

Peterson, N. E., Moss, K. O., Milbrath, G. R., von Gaudecker, J.,R., Park, E., & Chung, M. (2015). Qualitative analysis of student perceptions of bachelor of science-to-doctor of philosophy in nursing programs. Journal of Nursing Education, 54(10), 542-549. doi:10.3928/01484834-20150916-01

Document Type

Peer-Reviewed Article

Publication Date

2015-09-22

Permanent URL

http://hdl.lib.byu.edu/1877/3740

Publisher

Healio

Language

English

College

Nursing

University Standing at Time of Publication

Assistant Professor

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