Online Family Nurse Practitioner Degree (MSN-FNP) - North Park University

Prepare for an impactful advanced nursing career as a family nurse practitioner. In our Master of Science in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner program, you’ll learn the skills to manage stable patients, patients with episodic illness, or those needing end-of-life care through on-site skills immersion and online curriculum. You’ll graduate prepared to take the family nurse practitioner certification exam and begin providing quality, evidence-based patient care.

Program Overview and Accreditation

The master’s degree program in nursing at North Park University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, (202) 887-6791. The program is designed to provide comprehensive training through a hybrid approach:

• 100% online coursework with on-site skills immersion.
• Clinical placement support for students.
• 3 day on-site skills immersion, where you’re given the chance to manage care for real-world patients.

Curriculum and Clinical Hours

Our in-depth curriculum features 21 courses and an on-site simulation lab on North Park’s campus. You’ll also complete 765 practicum hours, ensuring you graduate prepared for your career as an FNP. Course highlights include:

• Health Care Systems
• Population-Based Care
• Health and Wellness Promotion
• Advanced Health Assessment

Admissions and Eligibility Requirements

To apply to the MSN degree program at North Park today, candidates must meet specific eligibility requirements. The residency requirement states you must be an Illinois resident, and citizenship must be U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Prerequisite Coursework

Transcripts must show completion of the following prerequisite courses with a grade of “C” or higher:

1. Nursing Research
2. Statistics
3. Health Assessment

Application Process

The application process is quick and easy. Applicants must submit a completed NursingCAS application and official transcripts from all previous schools. Additional requirements include:

• 300-word essay that communicates your personal and professional nursing goals.
• A professional resume.
• Two recommendations from individuals in a health professional role who can evaluate your performance as a professional RN.

Before enrolling in the program, accepted students must have an academic advising appointment and submit proof of liability insurance, complete all required immunizations, health screenings, drug screenings, and background checks for clinical clearance.