Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner

The CCNE-accredited online Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN program at the University of West Florida provides the knowledge necessary to help primary care patients of all ages and advance into high-demand nursing roles. This accelerated program can be completed in just 30 months and prepares students for a national certification exam through the American Nurses Credentialing Center or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.The coursework is taught by nurse educators with years of experience in nursing and healthcare. The curriculum is fully online, allowing nurses to keep up their schedules while studying in a flexible format. Graduates understand the theoretical and clinical principles for health assessment; how to evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients’ health problems; how diverse populations influence health issues and more.Additionally, nurses will complete 600 practicum hours to explore diagnosis, management, and assessment for the long-term health needs of patients. Upon completion, students are prepared to work in a variety of advanced nursing areas.