Nursing (MSN-FNP), Master of Science Degree - Family Nurse Practitioner Track

_{*Program length may vary. WCU distance education programs may not be available to residents in all states.}   

_{Clinical Hour Requirement:  this track requires a total of 600 precepted clinical hours.}  

Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) Code: 29-1141.00, 25-1072.00, 29-1171.00

College of Nursing Mission:

The mission of the College of Nursing is to provide evidence-based and innovative nursing education to culturally diverse learners; preparing nurses to provide quality and compassionate care that is responsive to the needs of the community and the global society.

Family Nurse Practitioner Program Purpose:

The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) is a registered nurse educated at the Master’s level as a nurse practitioner. The focus of care for the FNP is children and adults of all ages, in the context of the family unit. The FNP is educated to provide high-quality, continual, and comprehensive wellness and illness care to children and adults by providing preventive health services, patient education, disease management, and illness prevention. The FNP is prepared to implement evidence-based practice guidelines and to critically analyze and adapt healthcare interventions based on individualized assessments of individual/family needs. The FNP practices in the context of community, with broad knowledge, sensitivity, and awareness of the specific needs of people from diverse populations and cultural backgrounds. Family nurse practitioners practice primarily in ambulatory care settings

Total Credit Hours: 53.0

Program Credit Distribution

MSN with Family Nurse Practitioner Track

MSN with Family Nurse Practitioner Track Program Costs

For program costs, please see the Graduate Tuition and Fees section.