The Walden MSN program offers two completion tracks, based on prior education, for students specializing in PNP primary care. Nurses with a BSN will have fewer courses to complete than nurses who have not yet earned a bachelor’s degree.The BSN to MSN-PNP program track requires 63 quarter credits. Core courses account for 23 credits and the remaining 40 credits are specialization courses.The RN to MSN-PNP program track requires 79 quarter credits. Nurses will need to complete 29 credits of foundational courses in addition to core courses (20 credits) and specialization courses (30 credits).Course topics include development and behavior, preventive healthcare, well-child care, and more for patients from birth to 21. In addition, students will also learn the leadership skills they need to manage a healthcare practice, or own and operate their own practice if that option is available in the state in which they plan to provide care.