Nurse Practitioner
Programs

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Continue to work while you earn your degree.

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Online Nurse Practitioner Degrees and Certificates

The demand for advanced practice nurses who can provide high-quality, specialized care has never been greater. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics ranks nurse practitioner as the second-fastest growing occupation nationally, with an anticipated 52% increase the number of jobs between 2019 and 2029. An online degree or post-master's certificate from Bradley University can prepare you to accelerate your career and take on a leading role in providing enhanced levels of patient care. Our innovative learning environment is highly immersive, extremely collaborative and flexible enough to fit into your busy life. Bradley’s online nurse practitioner program offers four areas of specialization with multiple entry points and degree options, so you can choose the path that aligns with your career goals and level of education.

  • Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
    • Master of Science in Nursing (ADN, Diploma, BSN and non-nursing bachelor's entry)
    • Doctor of Nursing Practice (BSN entry)
    • Post-Master's Certificate (MSN entry)
  • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
    • Master of Science in Nursing (ADN, Diploma, BSN and non-nursing bachelor's entry)
    • Doctor of Nursing Practice (BSN entry)
    • Post-Master's Certificate (MSN entry)
  • Family Nurse Practitioner
    • Master of Science in Nursing (ADN, Diploma, BSN and non-nursing bachelor's entry)
    • Doctor of Nursing Practice (BSN entry)
    • Post-Master's Certificate (MSN entry)
  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner 
    • Master of Science in Nursing (ADN, Diploma, BSN and non-nursing bachelor's entry)
    • Doctor of Nursing Practice (BSN entry)
    • Post-Master's Certificate (MSN entry)

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When you earn your online nurse practitioner degree or certificate from Bradley, you can be better positioned to:

  • Expand the scope of care you provide
  • Specialize in treating specific populations
  • Work more autonomously
  • Take on more responsibility
  • Qualify for higher earning potential