The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) in Family Nurse Practitioner program is an accelerated 64-credit graduate program designed for Registered Nurses (RNs) to become Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs). The program provides essential skills and knowledge to care for patients across the lifespan, focusing on advanced pathophysiology, pharmacology, and health promotion.

Why Choose This Program?

• CCNE Accreditation: The program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
• Clinical Placement Pledge: Herzing pledges your clinical placement, providing a hands-on experience with 630 clinical hours and 500 patient encounters.
• 100% Online Coursework: The program is offered completely online, with inter-professional educational opportunities to enhance your learning.
• Dual Credit Toward DNP: Earn dual credit towards a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), or follow the RN to BSN to MSN-FNP pathway for additional qualifications.
• Accelerated Pathway: Go from ADN to FNP in our accelerated RN to MSN program, or earn your BSN along the way in the RN to BSN to MSN-FNP track.
• Career-Focused Curriculum: The program covers key topics such as pathophysiology, pharmacology, health promotion, adult, geriatric, and pediatric healthcare, providing you with a solid foundation for your FNP career.
• Flexible Schedule: Designed for busy, non-traditional students, offering the flexibility needed to balance education with personal and professional commitments.
• Virtual Services: Benefit from extensive virtual services, including academic advising, tutoring, support services, technical support, and library resources.
• Lifelong Support: Comprehensive, personalized student services and career coaching for ongoing career advancement after graduation.