The online FNP program (Family
Nurse Practitioner), one of the Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) degree
concentrations at MTSU, offers advanced practice opportunities for nursing
professionals. The FNP collaborates with individuals, families, and other
healthcare disciplines to deliver holistic and comprehensive primary healthcare
services to individuals of all ages with acute and chronic health conditions.
The Family Nurse Practitioner plays an increasingly vital role in the
healthcare system by providing health care services in multiple settings,
especially in rural and underserved communities. Family Nurse Practitioners
(FNPs) work in a variety of settings and fulfill distinct roles including: Assessment,
diagnosis, and treatment of acute and chronic health conditions, Ordering or
performing diagnostic tests, prescribing medications, conducting wellness exams,
providing health education focusing on health promotion and disease prevention.
Career Path
The Master of Science in Nursing
programs prepare professional registered nurses to practice as advanced clinicians,
to teach in entry-level nursing programs or graduate programs in the area of
specialty, or manage professional practice workplaces. Graduates work in a
variety of settings including hospitals, long-term care facilities, urgent care
clinics, businesses, private medical practices, HMOs, schools and community
centers.
Middle Tennessee State University will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit
1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.
