Family Nurse Practitioner Track
The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) track is designed to prepare nurses with advanced practice nursing skills. Advanced Practice Registered Nurses are needed to meet the growing regional demand for health care, as well as to address critical shortages of primary care providers. These nurses will provide and enhance access to health care for the community, improving the delivery of health care in the regional area, and ultimately, the health of its citizens. Faculty assist students with finding clinical placements. Complete 750 clinical hours under the guidance of faculty members and preceptors. This degree qualifies graduates to sit for one of the two national FNP certification exams: ANCC or AANP
Nursing Education Track
The Nursing Education track will prepare you for faculty roles at universities and colleges, addressing the existing nationwide shortage of nurses and well-prepared nursing faculty. This track also prepares nurses to function as staff educators for various healthcare institutions and community health settings. The Nursing Education Track requires a complete 300 practicum hours.
Nursing Administration Track
The Nursing Administration track will enable you to function in advanced level management positions requiring an advanced nursing degree. Hospitals, clinics, surgery centers, extended care facilities, and nurse managed health centers, as well as a multitude of community agencies, are potential employers of advanced degree nurses. The Nursing Administrative Track requires a complete 300 practicum hours.
Post-Master’s Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate
The Post-MSN graduate certificate option is available if you already hold an MSN degree and are seeking to become certified in an additional specialty area. A post-MSN certificate is available in the FNP only. The number of credit hours required to earn the certificate varies based on your previous education. Faculty assist students with finding clinical placements. Complete 750 clinical hours under the guidance of faculty members and preceptors. This degree qualifies graduates to sit for one of the two national FNP certification exams: ANCC or AANP.
