Nursing (MSN) – Family Nurse Practitioner

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College of Nursing and Health Sciences

Diagnose and Treat Family Members of All Ages

Family Nurse Practitioner Program (MSN)

Name: Auburn University at Montgomery
Address: 7430 East Drive, Montgomery, AL, 36117, US
Telephone: 334-244-3000

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Auburn University at Montgomery offers a fully online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a concentration in Family Nurse Practitioner.

As a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), you’ll be empowered to:

Provide comprehensive care: Treat a wide range of patients, from infants to the elderly.
Diagnose and treat illnesses: Serve as a primary care provider for families.
Promote health and wellness: Educate patients on healthy lifestyle habits and disease prevention.
Lead and innovate: Participate in research, health policy implementation, and education initiatives.

AUM’s MSN-FNP program prepares you for a rewarding career in family nursing. Our online curriculum offers flexibility, while intensive on-campus experiences provide hands-on learning opportunities.

Two other MSN program concentrations are offered by the AUM School of Nursing: Nurse Educator and Health Systems Leader.

Ready to take your nursing career to the next level? Apply to AUM’s online MSN in Family Nurse Practitioner today!

Get to know the MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner track

How will this program impact my career? Your MSN degree often results in expanded leadership opportunities in a hospital or private practice setting. As an FNP, you’ll have more responsibilities and opportunities for better pay. You’ll most likely work in a family, primary care or urgent care practice.
What kind of academic background do I need? You need to have earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree with an upper division nursing major from an accredited program. See “Admissions Requirements” below.
Can I afford this program? Tuition at AUM is lower than many other major universities, and scholarships and graduate assistantship opportunities are available.

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Program Requirements

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Auburn University at Montgomery are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

100%

AUM’s Graduate Pass Rate of the Family Nurse Practitioner Certification Exam. AUM’s Family Nurse Practitioner graduates sit for either the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) or American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Certification Exam.

Why AUM?

Affordable, Career-Focused Education

At AUM, you’ll find small class sizes, personalized learning, and valuable professional networks. Our programs are practical and designed to help you advance your career.

Program Requirements

Master of Science in Nursing Program:

Requirement - 1

Hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree

Hold an earned Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree with an upper division nursing major from a program accredited by either the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) or the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing(ACEN), formerly known as the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).

Requirement - 2

Registered Nurse License

Evidence of an unencumbered registered nurse license in the applicant’s state with license number to practice.

Requirement - 3

Current Professional Resume

Include the following:

Educational background including institutions, degree(s) awarded, degree(s) in progress, dates of degree(s) awarded, and/or anticipated date of receiving degree(s), if applicable
Relevant employment history, including job title (including unit), job description, and relevant duties performed for each position. Also include the following:
- Employment dates of each position
- Location of employer for each position
- Community service or volunteer experience
- Any awards, publications, presentations, certifications, and professional organization memberships
- Evidence of leadership and career progression

Requirement - 4

Personal Statement

Both the writing style (i.e. grammar, punctuation, spelling, word use) and content of the personal statement will be considered in the overall evaluation of the application to the program. Please double space, Times New Roman 12 inch font, one inch margins. The personal statement should address:

Career goals after attaining a MSN degree
Reflection on candidate’s plan for success in the MSN program
Potential contributions to the profession after attaining a MSN

Requirement - 5

Official Transcripts

From all colleges or universities attended, including community colleges, even if a degree was not awarded

Minimum GPA of a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for both the nursing courses and overall GPA

Requirement - 6

Three Professional References

Examples of professional references:

A current clinical supervisor or nurse manager who has direct knowledge of the candidate’s skills in the clinical setting and how those skills will translate into the role of advanced practice Family Nurse Practitioner or Nurse Educator.
professor, faculty member, or academic advisor who can provide a meaningful assessment of the candidate’s academic record. If the candidate has been out of school for five years or more, a nurse educator or clinical instructor can provide the academic
recommendation.
A practicing clinical nursing professional, or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), who has served as a mentor and can address the candidate’s abilities as a registered nurse and the candidate’s potential to become an advanced practice Family Nurse
Practitioner or Nurse Educator.

Requirement - 7

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score is required if English is not the first language

Auburn University at Montgomery TOEFL code is 1036. Please see admission requirements for AUM Graduate Studies for International students under Admission Graduate Studies International Students for further information.

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Ask Us Anything

What is the difference between a nurse practitioner and a family nurse practitioner?

The profession of nurse practitioner (NP) covers a spectrum of specialties, including pediatrics, health, women’s health, and adult-geriatric care. A family nurse practitioner (FNP) is a nurse practitioner who specializes in family medicine

Is the FNP test hard?

Our Family Nurse Practitioner curriculum helps to prepare you to sit for either the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) or American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Certification Exam. Our graduates have an outstanding pass rate.

How much money do nurse practitioners make?

It depends on several factors, like education level, job title, and work experience, but according to the BLS, master’s-prepared nurses who work as nurse practitioners earn an average of $123,780 as of April 2022.

Can I earn my MSN while I work full time?

Yes, many of our MSN candidates work as RNs full time. The program is online, but students will come to campus at pre-arranged times for intensive experiences such as orientation, evaluation, and simulation experiences.

Degree Options

Rewarding Occupations and Job Growth

With this master’s degree, you have many career possibilities. Here is a sampling of the future job growth and salaries according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (or another source, if noted).

Career/Job Title	Entry-Level Education Requirements	Job Growth 2021 - 2031	Annual Median Salary
Medical and Health Services Manager	Master’s degree	28% (Much faster than average)	$123,780

Note: Salaries vary depending on several factors including your level of experience, education, training, demographics, and industry. Available data represents job titles across industries and may not be specific to your job category.

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Quick Facts

College of Nursing and Health Sciences

At AUM’s College of Nursing and Health Sciences, you will have hands-on learning experiences, working side by side with scholars and researchers using state-of-the-art laboratories and equipment.

Our academic departments include the School of Nursing, Medical and Clinical Laboratory Sciences, and Communication Disorders. To help you pay for college, you might qualify for one of our scholarships.

Official Degree Name

Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Family Nurse Practitioner

Modality

The Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Family Nurse Practitioner is fully online.

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