Models for doctoral programs. First professional degree or terminal degree?
Patricia R. Forni
Abstract
Patricia R. Forni
Abstract
Forni summarizes the history and the present status of the doctoral degree in nursing. She surveys the critical issues, such as terminal versus first professional degree, academic versus professional focus, and the relationship of the doctoral degree to a master's degree.
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Forni summarizes the history and the present status of the doctoral degree in nursing. She surveys the critical issues, such as terminal versus first professional degree, academic versus professional focus, and the relationship of the doctoral degree to a master's degree.
Key concepts: Degree (music), Professional degree, Terminal (telecommunication), Psychology, Medical education, Medicine, Computer science, Physics