| THE PROGRAM |
| Program Overview | This certificate program is for individuals who currently have a Master’s in Nursing and want to obtain a certificate which will allow them to sit for the National Certification Examination as a Family Nurse Practitioner in order to practice in that capacity. In addition, individuals who are nationally certified as ANP, PNP, GNP, CNM and WHNP may apply for this certificate program. Past education and current advanced practice experience will be considered in determining program requirements. |
| Special Notes about the Program | Certificate programs are not eligible for financial aid. Please visit the Financial Aid website for more information regarding eligibility.
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| ADMISSIONS |
| Application Information | This program accepts for the fall term only. |
| Application Deadlines | Fall Term . . . . . . . . March 15
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| Admission Requirements |
Masters degree in Nursing from a nationally accredited program
Minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale in the MSN degree program
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Florida (copy of actual RN license)
Two years employment as a registered nurse in a clinical setting within the last 4 years (resume 1-2 pages in length
that includes professional work experience with a brief explanation of each position’s responsibilities)
Written statement of academic and professional goals (typewritten in no smaller than 12pt font or equivalent with 1” margins (all sides), not to exceed 3 pages)
Successful completion of a health assessment course within the past 5 years; any course older than that will be considered by the program coordinator on a case-by-case basis (inquiries regarding such should be directed to that contact and not to admission representatives)
Clinical references and interview may be requested, but are not necessary unless specified by the program
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| PROGRAM CONTACT |
| Graduate Program Director & Advising Coordinator | |
| Program Website | FNP Certificate Program |
| INFORMATION |
Total Program
Credit Hours | 28 |
Average Length
of the Program | Two years |
