WEST VIRGINIA WESLEYAN COLLEGE · UNITED STATES
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
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Level
- 48Credit Hours
- 24Months Duration (Suggested)
- Online and HybridLearning Format
- On-campus residencies requiredResidency
- Practicum in home communityClinical Experience
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program with a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) concentration at West Virginia Wesleyan College prepares advanced practice nurses to provide comprehensive primary healthcare. FNPs are equipped to diagnose and manage both acute and chronic health conditions, focusing on health promotion and disease prevention. This program emphasizes autonomous practice and collaboration within healthcare teams. The curriculum is delivered through a combination of online and hybrid learning methods, with required short on-campus residencies. Practicum experiences are arranged in the student's home community. Upon completion, graduates are eligible to sit for the national certification examination as Family Nurse Practitioners.
Curriculum
The MSN program requires 48 credit hours, including core nursing courses, advanced practice foundation courses, and specific Family Nurse Practitioner specialty coursework. A suggested plan of progression is provided for two years.
- Year 1
- Human Diversity and Health Promotion for Advanced Practice NursingNURS 523
- Pathophysiology for Advanced Practice NursesNURS 551
- Pharmacology and Drug Therapy for Advanced Practice NursesNURS 552
- Advanced Nursing Research for Evidence-Based PracticeNURS 565
- Applied Data Analysis and Interpretation for Advanced Practice NursesNURS 563
- Advanced Leadership and Health Policy in Complex Health SystemsNURS 570
- Advanced Health AssessmentNURS 525
- Theoretical Foundations for Nursing ScienceNURS 555
- Year 2
- Primary Care of Families INURS 544
- Primary Care of Families I PracticumNURS 544L
- Advanced Practice Role SeminarNURS 569
- Primary Care of Families IINURS 554
- Primary Care of Families II PracticumNURS 554L
- Primary Care of Families IIINURS 557
- Primary Care of Families III PracticumNURS 557L
- Integrated Behavioral Health CareNURS 520
Careers
Graduates of the Family Nurse Practitioner program are prepared to practice autonomously and collaboratively in various healthcare settings. They can diagnose and manage a wide range of patient needs, focusing on primary care, health promotion, and disease prevention.
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Primary Healthcare Provider
Entry requirements
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)From an accredited program.
GPA3.0 or higher in all previous college work.
TOEFLNot specified
Admission is competitive and students are admitted as a cohort group for Fall. Students must complete the program within five years. Applicants will not be accepted for January admission. The program is unable to accept students from Alabama, California, Louisiana, New York, Tennessee, and Washington for online/hybrid programs.
Fees
Tuition (international)Not specified
Tuition (home)Not specified
LivingNot specified
Tuition and living costs are not specified on the provided pages.
How to apply
1. Complete ApplicationFill out the application for graduate admission to the MSN program. The application is available online.
2. Submit Personal StatementProvide a personal statement outlining your goals and objectives for pursuing this program.
3. Provide TranscriptsSubmit official transcripts for all collegiate coursework completed.
4. Submit Resume/CVProvide a current resume or curriculum vitae.
5. Submit RecommendationsSubmit three professional recommendations using the Graduate Admission forms. These should be from professional supervisors or faculty members.
6. Provide RN LicenseSubmit validation of an unencumbered RN license.
7. English ProficiencyIf you are a non-native English speaker, submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).
Accreditation
West Virginia Wesleyan College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission. The MSN Programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).