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The MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner Degree From Mary Baldwin University

at Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences School of Nursing

Become a Transformational Healthcare Leader

The Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP) program at Mary Baldwin University is designed for nurses who are ready to step into bigger roles. The program equips you with the advanced clinical knowledge and hands-on experience to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Designed for working nurses, this hybrid FNP degree program blends the flexibility of online coursework with essential in-person clinical experiences, allowing you to balance your education with professional and personal commitments.

Why Earn Your MSN-FPN at MBU?

At Mary Baldwin, our MSN-FNP is a concentration offered within the MSN program. The degree prepares graduates to become healthcare leaders, providing culturally competent care that improves patient outcomes. Benefits of the program include:

  • Flexible format. Our full-time FNP degree program combines online courses with on-campus, hands-on learning intensives.
  • Clinical experience. Our students gain valuable clinical experience in various primary care settings, including family practice, pediatrics, internal medicine, women’s health, geriatrics and telehealth. MBU assists students with clinical placements.
  • Experienced faculty. Gain insights from seasoned educators and industry leaders.
  • Advanced skills. Our program equips nurses to deliver culturally competent, evidence-based care with professionalism and integrity.
  • Supportive community. Join a network of like-minded professionals and benefit from personalized guidance throughout your journey.

Curriculum Highlights

The MSN-FNP curriculum prepares you to take on advanced roles in healthcare leadership. 

Core MSN courses include:

  • Organization/Systems Leadership
  • Theoretical Found For Adv. Nursing
  • Managing Outcomes – Informatics
  • Policy, Ethics, Legal Perspectives
  • Population Health & Collaboration

MSN-FNP concentration courses include:

  • Advanced Physiology and Pathophysiology for the APRN
  • Advanced Pharmacology and Therapeutics
  • Advanced Health Assessment and Intensives
  • Advanced Practice Nursing: Pediatric Primary Care
  • Advanced Practice Nursing: Adult Primary Care I, II, & III
  • Advanced Practice Nursing: Clinical I, II, & III

Graduates from the FNP degree program complete 600 clinical hours.

Admissions Requirements for the MSN FSN Program

Requirements for the MSN-FNP program include:

  • Current unrestricted RN license in the Commonwealth of Virginia or state participating in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA).
  • Current resume or curriculum vitae.
  • Official transcripts.
  • Earned BSN from an accredited CCNE or ACEN School of Nursing with a GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale.
  • Completion of undergraduate or graduate Statistics and Leadership courses with a grade of “C” or higher.
  • Minimum of one year (2,080 hours) of full-time nursing experience.
  • Current BLS certification.

Ready to Find Out More About MBU Online Degree Programs?

If you have questions, reach out to discuss your goals and explore how this program aligns with them. Our admissions team is dedicated to supporting you every step of the way – from selecting your degree and completing your application to preparing for your first day of class.

We’re excited about the opportunity to help you take the next step in your academic journey.

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Those interested in the MSN program may also have interest in the Post-MSN Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate program that offers nurses the opportunity to gain the knowledge and expertise needed to pass the National Certification Examination (NCE) in 20 months.

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