Athabasca University - Graduate Programs

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Nursing Practitioner

Athabasca University - Graduate Programs

Faculty:Centre for Nursing and Health Studies
Degree:Master; Online
Field of Study:Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
Course Based:Yes
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $19,426

Fee is for entire program.

Careers:Nurses (RNs)

Description:

The Master of Nursing – Nurse Practitioner prepares you to diagnose and treat common illnesses and injuries in clients of all ages. You will get theoretical and clinical preparation for your advanced nursing practice. Please note that this program does not prepare nurse practitioners to work in acute care settings or to focus on a clinical specialty. If you are a registered nurse seeking initial nurse practitioner licensure, you should apply to this program.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    By the application deadline, applicants for admission to the Master of Nursing – Nurse Practitioner (MN-NP) program must be registered nurses who are graduates of a 4-year Canadian (or equivalent) baccalaureate degree program in nursing from an accredited/recognized university. Applicants in the MN-NP program require a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.5 in their final 30 credits of graduate or undergraduate study. MN-NP applicants must have recently obtained a minimum of 5,000 verified hours of full-time equivalent direct clinical practice as a registered nurse prior to application. Applicants without a Bachelor of Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing are not eligible to apply to the MN-NP program.
    Test Scores:
    • CanTEST or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration)
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    Applicants must provide a copy of transcripts from all previous post-secondary institutions.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on April 24, 2023