Master the art and science of patient-centered care.
Experts predict a shortage of no less than 100,000 family medicine doctors by 2025. That means millions of Americans will turn to family nurse practitioners for high-quality, affordable care. Gain the credentials to serve them now with an online MSN-FNP degree from Bradley University.
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More About Our MSN-FNP CurriculumWith our online nursing degrees, you can:
Learn 100 percent online with no campus residency requirements.
Choose your preceptors.
Complete clinicals locally.
Prepare yourself for the ANCC or AANP certification exam.
US News & World Report.
Higher Learning Commission
The master’s degree program in nursing, Post-Graduate APRN Certificate program and the Doctor of Nursing Practice program are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Washington DC 20001; (202)887-6791; http://www.ccneaccreditation.org.
Which path is right for you?
Depending on your entry-level education, Bradley offers two options to earn your online Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner degree.
RN to MSN-FNP
If you are a RN with an ADN, nursing diploma or non-nursing bachelor’s degree, we offer bridge courses that can start you on the path toward an MSN-FNP.
Earn your degree in as few as
59Credit Hours*
3.3Years
750Hours
*Includes 9 undergraduate hours from RN completion courses
BSN to MSN-FNP
If you already have your BSN, you may be eligible to start working toward your MSN- FNP right away. No bridge courses are required for this entry path.
Earn your degree in as few as
50Credit Hours
2.7Years
700Hours
Why earn an online MSN-FNP degree?
Demand for primary care services in the U.S. continues to rise — while supply of the family physicians able to provide them continues to shrink. What does this mean for a talented RN like you? It means there’s never been a better time to specialize your expertise as a family nurse practitioner.
- Acquire a big-picture, interprofessional view of the modern health care marketplace.
- Expand your expertise in advanced nursing theory, patient-centered care and evidence-based practice.
- Provide high-quality care to individuals and families throughout the life continuum.
- Gain the autonomy to conduct exams, diagnose illness and treat clients across the life span.
- Acquire the high-level leadership skills to thrive in nearly any health care setting.
Many states now allow nurse practitioners to work without a supervising physician. Complete your path to greater autonomy now; enroll in our online MSN-FNP program today.
Is an online family nurse practitioner degree right for you?
Need help deciding if an online MSN-FNP degree aligns with your current needs and future goals? We can help.
The online MSN-FNP program is an ideal choice if:
- You’re passionate about family medicine.
- You want to establish yourself as a leader in primary care.
- You’re a nurse ready to broaden your scope of practice.
- You wish to advance your professional career and eventually earn your DNP.
- You’re ready to earn an advanced credential that can position you for financial growth.
Here are a few other ways to know if an online MSN from Bradley is the right choice for you:
- You want to collaborate with and learn from other aspiring nurse practitioners.
- You want a flexible online learning environment that fits your busy schedule.
- You’re eager to learn from a faculty of passionate and experienced clinicians.
Learn from innovative nursing leaders.
The dedicated faculty members who lead our online MSN-FNP program are committed to helping you succeed as you take the next step in your nursing career. They each bring a broad base of clinical expertise and professional experience into our online classrooms each day, and they are eager to share their knowledge with you.
*The Master’s Degree Program in nursing, Post-Graduate APRN Certificate Program, and the Doctor of Nursing Practice Program are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education,
655 K Street NW,
Washington DC 20001;
(202)887-6791;
http://www.ccneaccreditation.org.
For more than 60 years, Bradley University has been setting the standard for excellence in nursing education. Our graduates work as advanced practice nurses and leaders in clinical and non-clinical settings across the country. They’re transforming the way health care is delivered in the 21st century — and so can you.
Make the next step in your nursing career a focused one. Earn an advanced nursing degree online from Bradley University.