Family Nurse Practitioner Clinical Specialization prepares the student for advanced practice in family primary care nursing. The Course of Study is five semesters which includes one six-week summer session. The curriculum has 59 required credits with 787.5 practicum hours.
Enrollment is limited.
Completed applications must be submitted by January 15 for fall admission. A successful interview by the Admissions Committee is a part of the admission process. The program utilizes a clinical preceptorship model to provide the FNP student the opportunity to obtain extended clinical experiences in a primary care setting. The preceptorship bridges theory and actual practice and allows the student to try new skills and develop the nurse practitioner role. Students are provided the opportunity to socialize into the nurse practitioner role by becoming a health care team member with the preceptor providing guidance as a role model, mentor, and resource person.