Sacred Heart University Online
MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner
Fairfield, USA
MSc
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
Key Summary
About : The MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner program prepares advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) to provide comprehensive care across the lifespan. You'll engage in clinical practice, research, and practical training, obtaining essentials to assess, diagnose, and manage patients' healthcare needs. The program has a strong emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention.
Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue roles like Family Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, or leadership positions in healthcare settings. Opportunities exist in various environments such as hospitals, clinics, and community health organizations, where you'll play a vital role in improving patient care and health outcomes.
Coursework in the Family Nurse Practitioner specialization prepares nurses for an advanced practice role that focuses on providing primary care to patients of all ages. Students learn to perform physical examinations and health assessments to diagnose and treat common diseases and injuries. Our MSN graduates are qualified to sit for the national certification exams offered through the ANA and the AANP.
Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).