Full Program
4-18 Months – 10-37 Semester Credits
Program Description
4-18 Months – 10-37 Semester Credits
The Family Nurse Practitioner is designed to expand the knowledge of the nurse as it relates to the role of the family nurse practitioner and advanced nursing practice. Family nurse practitioners serve as the primary health care providers in many diverse practice settings including, but not limited to, private medical offices, health clinics and acute care settings. The Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master program integrates theory and practical application through lecture, laboratory, and clinical experiences to address a wide range of primary care needs, order diagnostic tests, apply evidence-based research when caring for the family and manage common acute, chronic health problems of individuals from infancy through late adulthood. The FNP program focuses on developing the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver nursing care to persons of all ages across primary care settings. This program prepares the successful and licensed graduate for an entry level position as an advanced practice nurse.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the general admission requirements and procedures, applicants wishing to be considered for admission to the Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master Certificate program must:
Prerequisite Requirements
Successful completion of the Ethics, Information Literacy and Professional Writing Seminar prior to starting the program.
General Program Information
Applicants accepted into the Family Nurse Practitioner Post Master’s Certificate program may be required to complete additional background checks and drug screenings during or at the completion of the program.
Credential Issued
Post Master’s Certificate
Programmatic Accreditation Status
The Post-Master’s Certificate nursing program at Miami Regional University located in Miami Springs is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Post-Master’s Certificate nursing program is Initial Accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at
http://www.acenursing.us/accreditedprograms/programSearch.htm
Student Achievement Data
Post-Master Certificate, Family Nurse Practitioner | ||
Graduation Rate | Placement Rate | Licensure Rate |
---|---|---|
2019 – 2020 | ||
66.67% (n=9) | 100% (n=9) | 100% (n=2) |
Graduation Rate | Placement Rate | Licensure Rate |
2018 – 2019 | ||
NA | NA | NA |
Delivery Mode
This program is offered face-to-face (onsite).
Preceptorship
A clinical preceptorship is required throughout various courses in the program. Students are required to secure their own preceptor. Preceptors must be approved by the Office of Academic Affairs prior to the start of the preceptorship. Please refer to the student handbook for additional information. Students who do not provide a preceptor will be appointed one by the University, for an additional fee.
Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master Certificate Degree Plan
Family Nurse Practitioner Post‐Masters Certificate | |||
Semester I | CREDITS | HOURS | |
---|---|---|---|
MSN5150 | Advanced Pathophysiology | 3 | 45 |
MSN5200 | Advanced Health Assessment | 3 | 45 |
MSN5350 | Advanced Pharmacology | 3 | 45 |
Semester I Total: | 9 | 135 | |
Semester II | CREDITS | HOURS | |
MSN5550 | Health Promotion: Prevention of Disease | 3 | 45 |
MSN5600 | Diagnosis, Symptom and Illness Management (Includes Lab) | 3 | 60 |
MSN5700 | Advanced Practice in Primary Care (Includes Clinical) | 6 | 180 |
Semester II Total: | 12 | 285 | |
Semester III | CREDITS | HOURS | |
MSN6050 | Advanced Practice in Primary Care – Women’s Health (Includes Clinical) | 5 | 165 |
MSN6150 | Advanced Practice in Primary Care – Pediatrics (Includes Clinical) | 5 | 165 |
Semester III Total: | 10 | 330 | |
Semester IV | CREDITS | HOURS | |
MSN6400 | Role Development in Family Practice: Clinical Integration (Includes Clinical) | 6 | 210 |
Semester IV Total: | 6 | 210 | |
Program Totals: | 37 | 960 |
*Current Certified Nurse Practitioners
Applicants must hold a current nurse practitioner certification. Following a gap analysis, applicants may only need to complete 10-16 credits depending on their current certification specialty. Each applicant will be considered individually based on transcripts from their previous nurse practitioner program, their current board certification and clinical experience as a nurse practitioner. Certifications Currently Considered include:
The following courses may be required based on review of individual transcripts, certification and experience:
Family Nurse Practitioner College Credit Certificate Currently Certified Nurse Practitioners | |||
Semester I | CREDITS | HOURS | |
---|---|---|---|
MSN5700 | Advanced Practice in Primary Care (Includes Clinical) | 6 | 180 |
MSN6050 | Advanced Practice in Primary Care – Women’s Health (Includes Clinical) | 5 | 165 |
MSN6150 | Advanced Practice in Primary Care – Pediatrics (Includes Clinical) | 5 | 165 |
MSN6400 | Role Development in Family Practice: Clinical Integration (Includes Clinical) | 6 | 210 |
Program Totals: | 22 | 720 |
All candidates must have evidence of graduate coursework in advanced health assessment, advanced pathophysiology and advanced pharmacology.
Graduate Nursing Concentration Course Failure
Only one repeat of the SAME nursing concentration course (MSN) is permitted for students enrolled in the nursing program. A second failure of the SAME nursing concentration course (MSN) will result in the student being dismissed from the nursing program. Failing two nursing concentration courses (MSN) of any combination, including courses repeated, will result in the student being dismissed from the nursing program. A grade of “WF” is treated as a course failure. Students with two “W” grades for the same course shall be considered as a single course failure. A student with a total of three “W” grades in the same course or with a total of three “W” grades in any combination of nursing concentration courses shall be dismissed from the nursing program.
Specific Course Grading Requirements
Students must successfully pass all components of nursing (MSN) concentration courses to receive a passing grade. Failing any component (lecture, lab, simulation and externship) will result in a recorded grade of “F” for all components of the course attempted.
Failure to Complete Required Practicum Hours
Students must complete all required practicum hours with a University approved preceptor. Failure to complete all required hours prior to the last day of the course shall result in a course failure to include all associated course components (Lecture/Lab, etc.). Failure to complete all practicum requirements such as logs, case lists, documentation, or failure to submit a completed end of course evaluation signed by the preceptor, clinical instructor and student by the last day of the course shall result in a course failure. Falsification of time logs, misrepresenting practicum hours or false documentation to include client encounters shall result in course failure and further disciplinary action up to and including program dismissal.
A Post-Master’s Certificate will be issued to each student who successfully completes the program requirements and satisfies graduation requirements: