Distance Learning

Distance Programs

Family Nurse Practitioner

Post Master's Certificate

Delivery:
Internet

On-Campus Requirements:
None

Access:
Open to all (in-state, out-of-state, and international) who meet program requirements


The Family Nurse Practitioner Graduate Certificate is designed for the registered nurse who already holds a master degree in nursing -- and now wishes to add Family Nurse Practitioner Certification.

This online program consists of 22-33 credit hours, depending on prior coursework completed in the individual's master degree program.

Courses are delivered via the Internet. All courses are developed and taught by faculty of the College of Nursing, Indiana State University. No on-campus visits are required. The program can be completed in 16 months (from August until December of the following year).

Upon successful completion of program requirements, a certificate is awarded and students are eligible to apply for American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) certification.

Indiana State University's Nursing Program is approved by the Indiana State Board of Nursing and accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).

Program Requirements
Program requirements vary, depending on prior coursework completed in the individual's master degree program.

For a list of required courses, visit the following links:

Family Nurse Practitioner—22-27 credit hours (minimum):
For those with a prior nursing master degree that did include a nurse practitioner focus

Family Nurse Practitioner—33 credit hour (minimum):
For those with a prior nursing master degree that did not include a nurse practitioner focus


Course Delivery
All nursing courses are offered via the Internet. Clinical courses may be arranged in your community. On-campus visits are not required. This on-line program includes lectures delivered via video and audio. High-speed Internet connection is required (as well as a headset and microphone, and web camera). For details, see Computer Requirements.

Admission Requirements

Getting Started
Subsequent to reviewing Admission Requirements (above), please complete the following steps. For assistance, contact the Office of Distance Support Services at 1-888-237-8080 or studentservices@indstate.edu

Step 1: Admission

For applications and instructions, visit the Nursing Program.

Step 2: Registration
Once admitted, you will be contacted by an academic advisor who will provide information and assistance with registration.

Courses are listed in the Class Schedule.
Step 3: Starting Your Course
To access your online courses, log on to the MyISU Portal at http://isuportal.indstate.edu and click the My Courses tab. Typically, courses are not accessible until the first day.

Textbooks may be purchased (on-line or via telephone) through:

ISU Bookstore
http://indiana-state.bkstore.com

 

Academic Contact
Linda Moore
College of Nursing, Health, and Human Services
Indiana State University
1-888-293-4842
Linda.Moore@indstate.edu


The Catalog of Indiana State University is the document of authority for all students. The requirements given in the catalog supersede information issued by any academic department, program, college, or school. The University reserves the right to change the requirements at any time.

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