Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Emphasis
FNP graduates are prepared for advanced clinical practice with the expertise to function in an autonomous and collaborative role as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) who provides primary care to families in a variety of settings.
Graduates are qualified to apply for national certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and to be recognized as an Advanced Practice Nurse by the State Board of Nursing with all the rights and privileges associated with this title.
Part-time study only. Health policies, OSHA requirements, CPR, ACLS certification, and criminal background check and drug screen are required. Completion of a master's thesis is an option.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Nursing M.S.N. — Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Emphasis