Six Ways the Common Core is Good For Students. As the Common Core debate heats up, weâve heard a lot from policy makers, politicians, and even TV talk show hosts about the challenges posed by the new standards and whether theyâll help or hurt education.
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NP: A masterâs degree is required to practice in any state. However, the American Association of Colleges of Nursing has suggested that in future, nurse practitioners receive the Doctor of Nursing Practice, or DNP, but this has not yet happened. For now, a graduate degree suffices.