The College of Nursing and the University of New Mexico has course work, clinical opportunities, and faculty available to assist students in this process, if necessary, prior to entering the program. The FNP concentration requires a full-time commitment since the specialty courses are offered sequentially and only once per year. However, it is recommended that the core be taken early in the program as it is foundational to other courses. The core curriculum is offered each semester, and sometimes during the summer session. However, their applications are considered along with all other applications.
Students carry out an independent research project under the direction of a faculty committee.
Minimum of 51 credits. Plan II requires a comprehensive examination in the final semester. This examination covers the core courses and specialty content. Over 1,000 hours of clinical experience is included in the program. The curriculum consists of general core courses required of all graduate students, primary care concentration core courses required of all family nurse practitioner and nurse-midwifery students, and specialty courses.