Family Nurse Practitioner
MSN
The NDMU Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program prepares advanced practice nurses to manage care for individuals of all ages in primary care settings. With caring at the center of nursing practice, you will learn to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions with consideration for the whole person. Beyond managing disease, our program emphasizes wellness coaching to reduce the risk for chronic diseases linked to lifestyle choices.
Program Location
MSN Programs at NDMU
NDMU healthcare programs share a common focus on compassionate care with consideration for the whole person. Our MSN programs develop nurses and leaders committed to promoting health in their communities.
Support
When you enroll in the FNP program at NDMU, you will progress through the program in a cohort, a group that supports one another along the way.
In-Person, Part-Time Format
Our part-time format is designed for nurses in practice to complete the program within 27 months.
Courses
The program offers a range of interactive coursework, simulations, and extensive clinical practice experiences totaling 750 practicum hours.
Accreditation
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing degree programs at Notre Dame of Maryland University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
Class Schedules
During each 14-week semester, students take between 5-8 credits (usually 2 courses). The program offers an in-person learning environment, which meets two times a week in the evening.
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Practicum Experience
Distinct practicum courses are built into the FNP program, providing experiential learning opportunities with diverse populations across the life span.
ANEW Grant Tuition Support
Notre Dame of Maryland University offers tuition support through the ANEW Program Grant for students pursuing the Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner programs who are interested in working with vulnerable and underserved populations. Funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), the tuition support program helps students to manage financial stressors during the time-intensive clinical practicum portion of the program. Award recipients receive tuition support up to the $10,000 and a living stipend of $5,000 during the final 3 semesters of the program. Interested students may apply for the ANEW Grant through NDMU after being accepted to one of the population-focused Nurse Practitioner programs.
Accreditation
Notre Dame of Maryland University is accredited by the Middle States Commission for Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA19104, 267-284-5000.
Student
Shadawn Scott Simmons
A Personalized Learning Environment
Student, NDMU Class of 2025
Family Nurse Practitioner
The faculty is exceptional, providing engaging instruction and invaluable real-world insights. There’s an emphasis on hands-on clinical training, with amazing simulation experiences. NDMU also finds clinical sites for students - something many FNP programs don't offer. I love the supportive, personalized learning environment. I believe the program is comprehensively preparing me for a rewarding career as a Family Nurse Practitioner.