Master of Science in Nursing- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)

The Master of Science with a major in nursing program's FNP track, through an interprofessional learning model, will graduate FNPs who will be prepared to provide quality, holistic, scientifically sound, and patient-centered care while optimizing the health and well-being of diverse populations and communities for the betterment of humanity.

The focus of the FNP track is to prepare FNP graduates who will provide patient-centered quality care to individuals and families across the lifespan. The FNP role includes preventative health care, as well as the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of acute and chronic illness and preventative health care for individuals and families.

BS in Nursing from an accredited institution, a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale for baccalaureate nursing degree and subsequent graduate work.
An unencumbered New York State RN license.
Nursing clinical experience: Prior to entering the clinical coursework of the MS program in the fall of year 2, a minimum of two years of current clinical experience is required.
Verification of a basic health assessment course.
Verification of a statistics course.
AHA Certification: current copy of ACLS certification.
A resume that includes relevant work experiences (including dates of employment by month and year), evidence of community service, examples of leadership and commitment to the profession of nursing, and memberships in professional nursing organizations.
Three letters of recommendation submitted through the online recommendation form, accessible through the online application. Letters can be from the following sources, attesting to the applicant's capacity and potential for master's study:
The director or a faculty member from the most recent academic program attended (if the applicant has been a nursing student in the last five years),
The applicant's current immediate manager, and,
A person who can attest to the applicant's professional work.
A pre-admission interview.
One essay.
Comprehensive background check.
Student Health Requirements: Proof of physical examination within one year of application, student NP liability insurance, and health insurance, current immunizations for MMR, Chickenpox, Hepatitis B, Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis.
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