Capella University FNP Programs

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School of Public Service Leadership

Capella University School of Public Service Leadership established in 2009
Faculty Chair: Steven Barthelmeus, EdD
Faculty: 1,600+ faculty members throughout the country
Students: Approximately 35,000 students currently enrolled with forty-seven percent pursuing master’s degrees
Accreditation: The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA)
Fun Fact: Capella students can be found in 56 foreign countries

MSN Programs at Capella University

Capella University offers two MSN programs for students interested in specializing in family care. Graduate-level nursing programs are offered online. These programs cover advanced nursing concepts such as health care policy and regulations, management and leadership in professional nursing practice, ethical and legal standards in health care, and other timely subjects. Additional program information includes:

Curriculum is modeled on the Essentials of Master’s Education for Advanced Practice Nursing established by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing
Five additional concentrations offered as part of the Nurse Educator specialization
Nurse Educator Specialization: 56 quarter credits required
Nurse Educator Bridge: 84 quarter credits required
Prepares graduates for board certification examination

Nurse Practitioner Programs from Capella University

Top Online FNP Degree Programs

It was not always possible to earn a family nurse practitioner degree online, but shifts in education have allowed more accredited schools these programs entirely online. While online FNP programs are still relatively new, dozens of master and doctoral nurse programs are available. To see if a school offers the right program for you, use the links below to contact a school to learn more.

MSN in FNP Specialization	Georgetown University — Georgetown University is one of the few schools offering an online program for student pursuing a career as a family nurse practitioner. Established in 1789, Georgetown is one of America's oldest institutions for higher education and now offers over 100 programs through its eight schools from business to medicine and healthcare. School Info Click Here
MSN in Nurse Practitioner	Kaplan University — In addition to its several online nursing programs, Kaplan University has a Master of Science in nursing practice. Originally the American Institute of Commerce founded in 1937, Kaplan is one of the largest online schools with 70 campuses across the country and offers almost 200 online programs at the associate, bachelor, master, and doctoral levels. School Info Click Here
MS in Nursing MSN in Health Education MSN in Health Informatics	University of Phoenix — The University of Phoenix offers more than 200 online programs with dozens available in the nursing field such as an MSN in Health Informatics program. Founded in 1976, Phoenix has become a massive higher-learning institution with over 200 campus locations worldwide. School Info Click Here
MSN in Nurse Educator MSN in Educator Bridge	Capella University — Capella University is an accredited school based in Minneapolis offering 46 undergraduate and graduate degrees in 146 areas of study online. This includes several nursing degrees like the MSN in Nurse Education (bridge option also available). Capella was founded in 1991, but has already amassed over 37,000 students from almost 60 countries. School Info Click Here
MS in Midwifery	Philadelphia University — An online MSN in Midwifery degree from Philadelphia University is a great option for students wanting to become family nurse practitioner. Founded over 100 years ago, PHU is an accredited college with three schools and undergraduate and graduate programs in over 40 areas of study from design and commerce to science and healthcare. School Info Click Here