MSN to FNP Online Bridge Pathway
MSN to FNP Online Bridge Pathway
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The bridge pathway (Master of Science in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner) from GCU makes it possible for experienced RNs to pursue their educational and career goals. This MSN to FNP online bridge pathway, offered by the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions, is designed for nurses with a bachelor’s degree in another field who seek to take on advanced nursing studies and pursue a career as a family nurse practitioner. The prerequisite courses that comprise the pathway provide an essential foundation for master’s-level nursing studies.
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Read through some of the most frequently asked questions to learn more about completing an MSN to FNP bridge pathway and pursuing a career as an FNP.
In order to become a nurse practitioner (NP), you must hold a bachelor’s degree, have an active license as a registered nurse (RN), complete a master’s or doctoral-level program designed specifically for NPs and successfully pass a national NP board certification exam to obtain NP licensure.
Nursing bridge pathways are designed for individuals who already work as nurses and hold a nursing degree but want to achieve the next level in their careers. Bridge pathways for nurses build upon existing skills and knowledge and make it easier, faster and often more affordable to earn a higher nursing degree.
Yes, there are a few different ways you can bridge from an associate degree in nursing (ADN) to a master’s in nursing (MSN). This option offers graduates two valuable credentials in less time and at a lower cost than other traditional programs.
Online: $340 per credit [More Info]
Up to 90 credits, only 84 can be lower division
Credits: Fill out the Lopes Eval to find out what will transfer
Admission Requirements (Bachelor's)
OR 2.5+ Unweighted GPA and
Admission requirements may differ based on degree level, program and modality, or transfer status. Some programs of study may require a higher GPA and/or other qualifying criteria for admission. Please review full admission and program requirements in the University Policy Handbook.
*Math and reading only on a 1600 point scale (test date after 3/1/2016). SAT score of 1380 required for 2400 point scale (test date before 3/1/2016).
In the MSN to nurse practitioner bridge pathway, you will complete seven prerequisite courses.
These courses include:
Foundations of professional nursing
Health assessment
Interpretation and evaluation of statistics and statistical methods
Nursing and healthcare industry research
Caring for diverse populations
Advances in assessment and pathophysiology
Reviewing current research and application of evidence-based practices to patient care
Get started on your FNP journey by enrolling in an MSN to FNP bridge pathway. Fill out the form to get in contact with a university counselor.
