Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Family Nurse Practitioner Bridge Program (AD to MSN)

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Degree:Master; Online
Field of Study:Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
Nursing Practice
Length:3 Year(s)
Careers:Nurses (RNs)

Description:

The coursework for this three-year, part-time program is offered entirely online with clinical experience in your community, giving you the flexibility to continue to work. As you complete the elements of the bridge program and move into the MSN-FNP portion, you'll expand your education and clinical experience to provide safe, effective, and advanced primary care nursing to individuals and families. When you graduate, you'll be eligible to sit for the Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certification Exam. The program begins in the fall.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*60
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    For admission to the program, an applicant must have:

    • Earned an associate's degree in nursing from a state-approved program
    • A minimum GPA requirement of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale in arts and sciences courses and a cumulative GPA of 3.0
    • RN licensure in the state in which the student intends to perform clinical hours
    • Official transcripts from all schools and colleges attended
    • A resume or curriculum vitae (CV)
    • A personal statement
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
    • Statement of Research Interests
    • Work Experience

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * 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.

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