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Master of Science in Nursing
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
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If you're a registered nurse looking to expand your scope of practice and step into a more advanced clinical role, Beal University’s online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) specialization can help you reach your professional goals.
Designed with working nurses in mind, the online MSN-FNP program offers the flexibility and convenience you need to advance your education while balancing work and personal commitments. The program can be completed quickly, with only one week of on-campus training, making it both efficient and accessible.
Why Choose Beal University’s Online MSN-FNP program?
Designed with working nurses in mind, the online MSN-FNP program offers the flexibility and convenience you need to advance your education while balancing work and personal commitments. The program can be completed quickly, with only one week of on-campus training, making it both efficient and accessible.
Why Choose Beal University’s Online MSN-FNP program?
- Flexible Online Format: Designed for busy professionals, our online program lets you balance your education with work and life responsibilities—on your schedule.
- Experienced Faculty: Learn from experienced instructors who specialize in family practice and are dedicated to helping you succeed in the field.
- Accelerated Completion: Graduate in as little as 20 months* and start making a greater impact, sooner.
- Accreditation: Our program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), ensuring a rigorous, high-quality education that meets nationally recognized standards.
Online Master In Family Nurse Practitioner Program at Beal University
Gain the Knowledge and Skills You Need to Succeed
The Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP) program at Beal University is designed for experienced registered nurses who are ready to advance their practice and take on a greater role in patient care. This graduate-level program builds on your existing clinical expertise, combining advanced theoretical knowledge with hands-on learning experiences.
Throughout the program, you’ll gain the skills and confidence needed to provide comprehensive primary care to individuals and families across the lifespan. Coursework emphasizes key areas such as advanced physical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, treatment planning, and medication management—preparing you to make informed, evidence-based decisions in a variety of healthcare settings.
Rooted in the National League for Nursing’s Core Values—caring, diversity, integrity, and excellence—the MSN-FNP program fosters both clinical competence and compassionate leadership.
As the demand for Family Nurse Practitioners continues to rise, your MSN-FNP degree from Beal University will position you to meet this growing need and thrive in a dynamic, high-impact career focused on improving health outcomes for communities and families.
Throughout the program, you’ll gain the skills and confidence needed to provide comprehensive primary care to individuals and families across the lifespan. Coursework emphasizes key areas such as advanced physical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, treatment planning, and medication management—preparing you to make informed, evidence-based decisions in a variety of healthcare settings.
Rooted in the National League for Nursing’s Core Values—caring, diversity, integrity, and excellence—the MSN-FNP program fosters both clinical competence and compassionate leadership.
As the demand for Family Nurse Practitioners continues to rise, your MSN-FNP degree from Beal University will position you to meet this growing need and thrive in a dynamic, high-impact career focused on improving health outcomes for communities and families.
Core Courses in the Family Nurse Practitioner Program
During the Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner Program, you’ll take core courses such as:
- Advanced Health Assessment
- Health Promotion of Family and Population Health
- Advanced Pharmacology
- Diagnostic Reasoning and Procedures
- Management of Acute and Chronic Health Conditions in Infants, Children and Adolescents
- Health Promotion and Primary Care of the Adult/Older Adult
Program Outcomes
At the completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Apply principles of advanced practice nursing, clinical reasoning, and related sciences to provide high quality, safe, and culturally competent care across the lifespan.
- Evaluate healthcare outcomes using data and technology to improve clinical decision making and quality of care across diverse patient populations.
- Utilize research while integrating theory, evidence-based practice, clinical judgment, and interprofessional perspectives to improve practice and associated health outcomes to enhance patient care.
- Assume leadership roles in the effective provision of culturally responsive, high-quality nursing care while collaborating with interprofessional teams to coordinate and manage advanced practice care of patients across the lifespan.
- Propose quality initiatives, recognizing the value of interprofessional contributions that improve health outcomes across the continuum of care where the advanced practice nurse serves as a change agent.
- Engage in lifelong personal and professional growth through reflective practice and commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
- Advocate for policies that improve the health of the public while employing collaborative strategies in the design, coordination, and evaluation of patient-centered care.
- Design patient-centered and culturally responsive strategies in the delivery of clinical prevention and health promotion interventions and/or services to individuals, families, communities and various diverse populations.
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An On-Campus Experience, From Home
100% Online Program
Beal University designed the Master of Science Nursing- Family Nurse Practitioner program with a student-centric approach to allow the freedom of remote learning. Students are never alone—Beal’s dedicated support system is designed to help you succeed throughout the program and well into your professional career.
Students won’t miss out on the traditional learning experience—interactive projects, discussions, and real-world assignments bring the curriculum to life. Plus, online learners have full access to campus resources like the writing center, library, tech support, and career services.
Students won’t miss out on the traditional learning experience—interactive projects, discussions, and real-world assignments bring the curriculum to life. Plus, online learners have full access to campus resources like the writing center, library, tech support, and career services.
MSN-FNP Career Opportunities
Find your Perfect Career Fit
With advancements in healthcare technology and a growing emphasis on preventive care, the demand for Family Nurse Practitioners is on the rise. This dynamic and rewarding field offers strong career growth, meaningful patient impact, and expanded clinical opportunities.
Careers to Explore
Upon successful completion of the program, your MSN-FNP degree can be used as an entry point into multiple careers including:
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Primary Care Provider
- Clinical Nurse Leader
- Clinical Program Director
- Nurse Educator
- Occupational Health Nurse
- And more!
High Demand for Nurse Practitioner
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of nurse anesthetists, nurse midwives, and nurse practitioners is projected to grow 40% from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations**. Feel confident you’re getting relevant skills to enter an in-demand career with plenty of opportunities.
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A new career is right around the corner
* Program length when completed in normal time.
** https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/nurse-anesthetists-nurse-midwives-and-nurse-practitioners.htm#tab-6
** https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/nurse-anesthetists-nurse-midwives-and-nurse-practitioners.htm#tab-6
