Become the primary care provider for your patients.
Specialize as a family nurse practitioner.
FNP courses built for working nurses like you.
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), and Post-Graduate NP Certificate programs at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
BUILT-IN FLEXIBILITY
Choose from six start dates (including midterm starts). Work with your advisor to create a plan for decelerated or accelerated study.1
ONLINE + HANDS-ON LEARNING
Master new skills through immersive virtual simulations and one required hands-on intensive in our state-of-the-art Centers for Innovative Clinical Practice.
ONE-ON-ONE SUPPORT
We encourage your success through practicum support, tutoring, mentorship, writing assistance and more.
MULTIPLE NURSING PROGRAMS FOR EARNING YOUR FNP.
With your FNP credential, you can serve as a primary care provider, diagnosing conditions, prescribing certain medications and treating acute and chronic illnesses. Family nurse practitioners are expert healthcare providers: registered nurses with advanced classroom and clinical education in family practice.
754 practicum contact hours for MSN and PG-C, 1,334 practicum hours for DNP
One three-day hands-on clinical intensive
Ready to open more doors in your nursing career?
FNP-focused programs and certificates
No matter where you are in your career, we have a program to help you accomplish your goal of becoming a family nurse practitioner.
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Role Specialty
Online coursework + one required on-campus clinical intensive
RN to MSN
10 trimesters (3.3 years)1
59 credit hours + 754 practicum contact hours
BSN to MSN
8 trimesters (2.7 years)1
50 credit hours + 754 practicum contact hours
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Family Nurse Practitioner Role Specialty
Online coursework + one required on-campus clinical intensive
BSN to DNP
12 trimesters (4 years)1
71 credit hours + 1,334 practicum contact hours
Post-Graduate Nursing Certificates (PG-C)
Family Nurse Practitioner Role Specialty
Online coursework + one required on-campus clinical intensive
5 trimesters (1.7 years)1
31 credit hours + 754 practicum contact hours
Specialize as an FNP and elevate your career.
WE SET THE NEXT STANDARD IN HEALTH SCIENCES EDUCATION
The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) is a graduate institution that offers degree programs in nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, healthcare education, as well as continuing education programs.
Founded in 1979, USAHS has locations in San Marcos, California; St. Augustine, Florida; Miami, Florida; Austin, Texas; and Dallas, Texas.
USAHS is institutionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), 1080 Marina Village Parkway, Suite 500, Alameda, CA 94501, (510) 748-9001, www.wscuc.org.
San Marcos, CA | St. Augustine, FL | Miami, FL | Austin, TX | Dallas, TX
1 Time to completion may vary by student, depending on individual progress, traditional versus accelerated pathway, credits transferred and other factors.
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