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Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

ONLINE MSN-FNP & POST MASTER’S FNP CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

In today’s expanding nursing field, possibilities abound for your career advancement. The Carson-Newman FNP program prepares you with the knowledge and skills to work as a family nurse practitioner in primary care. Like all Carson-Newman graduate programs, this program was designed for students working full time, so you can earn your Master of Science in Nursing online. Stress-free clinical placements introduce you to the nursing process and give you practical experiences in community nursing, women’s health, pediatrics, and primary care. 

The Master of Science in Nursing programs include an MSN-FNP and Post-Master’s FNP Certificate option, allowing you to complete your MSN Program on a schedule that suits your busy lifestyle and responsibilities. Learn more.


ACCREDITATION

The Carson-Newman FNP program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org) and is approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing.

Available MSN Track:

Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)

AT A GLANCE

Master of Science in Nursing-FNP Program

Total Credits: 46 Credits 

Total Clinical Hours: 660-690 

32 months

Complete the program online (Online students are required to participate in a three-day residency on campus when taking Health Assessment but will complete clinical experiences in their local area.)

Interested in a certificate? Carson-Newman also offers a post-master’s FNP certificate

DID YOU KNOW?

Living out our mission at Carson-Newman, you’ll have access to opportunities to serve others. Some MSN students will benefit from the opportunity to serve the people of our immediate community, including clinicals in low-cost clinics for uninsured populations. The Master of Science in Nursing at Carson-Newman will help you achieve your career goals.

VALUE

A graduate degree is an investment in your future, and we want to equip you to succeed.

• As a graduate student at Carson-Newman you’ll receive access to the full Microsoft Office suite.

• Graduate students enrolled in at least 4.5 credit hours qualify to apply for federal financial aid. If you qualify, you can borrow up to $20,500 per year, which is more than enough to cover the total program cost.

• You’ll be assigned a personal faculty advisor, who will help draft a course plan tailored to your specific goals.

PAYMENT PLANS

Our no interest payment plans help reduce up-front costs. Enrolling in a payment plan allows you to make monthly payments on your direct charges instead of paying your full balance before classes start.

Our Office of Financial Aid is available to guide you through the many options available to graduate students at Carson-Newman.

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