The Master of Science in Nursing – Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (MSN-PNP) is a 64-credit online graduate program designed to prepare registered nurses for a career as primary care pediatric nurse practitioners. With a focus on healthcare for infants, children, and adolescents, the program combines academic flexibility with hands-on clinical experience.
Why Choose This Program?
CCNE Accreditation: Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring top-tier nursing education.
Pathway Options: Choose the Accelerated RN to MSN curriculum or opt to earn your BSN along the way with the RN to BSN to MSN track.
Clinical Training: Complete hands-on clinical practicum experience with guaranteed clinical placement to prepare for real-world pediatric care.
Flexible Format: 100% online coursework designed to accommodate working professionals without compromising academic quality.
Dual Credit Opportunity: Earn credits toward a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) while pursuing the MSN-PNP program.
Quick Paths for Faster Graduation: Benefit from transfer credits, stackable credentials, and adaptive learning technology to reduce cost and program duration.
Career-Focused Curriculum: Build expertise in leadership and management, community and public health nursing, and specialized pediatric care.
Comprehensive Support: Access academic advising, tutoring, technical support, and lifelong career coaching for continuous professional development.
Herzing University is an accredited, private nonprofit institution with 11 campuses across eight states and an online division. Located in the heart of Milwaukee and founded in 1965, more than 45,000 alumni have graduated from Herzing's career-focused, flexible, and comprehensive master's, bachelor's, and associate degree, and diploma programs. The University's School of Nursing includes a competitive Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program. Students can also major in a variety of other fields including healthcare, technology, business, and public safety. For 11 consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has recognized Herzing University as a leading institution and for some of the top online programs in the nation. Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.