Overview

The Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner programme at Walden University provides registered nurses with the advanced clinical skills necessary to deliver high-quality primary care to diverse populations. This Master's degree focuses on a holistic approach to health and wellness, preparing graduates to assess, diagnose, and treat patients from birth through adulthood. By integrating theoretical knowledge with practical application, the curriculum ensures that students are ready to meet the evolving demands of the modern healthcare environment.

Why Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner at Walden University?

Walden University is a recognised leader in nursing education, offering a CCNE-accredited programme that combines academic rigour with professional flexibility. Students benefit from learning under a faculty composed entirely of doctoral-level educators and practising nurse practitioners. The university provides immersive learning experiences through interactive simulations and virtual skills labs, ensuring students are well-prepared for their clinical placements. Furthermore, the Practicum Pledge® offers dedicated support to help students secure suitable clinical sites and preceptors, reducing the barriers to completing essential field experience.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 41185 per full
National fee: USD 41185 per full
Local fee: USD 41185 per full

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to build advanced clinical reasoning and leadership skills. Modules may include:

Interprofessional Organisation & System Leadership
Primary Care of Adults
Primary Care of Adolescents and Children
Primary Care of Women and Diverse Populations
Role Transition for Advanced Practice
Population Health Nursing
Patient Safety and Quality Improvement

Careers with Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner

Graduates are academically prepared to sit for national certification exams, such as those offered by the ANCC and AANPCB, to become certified Family Nurse Practitioners. This qualification opens doors to diverse clinical settings, including primary care practices, community health centres, urgent care facilities, and schools. Professionals in this field often take on roles as primary care providers, working independently or within collaborative healthcare teams to manage chronic conditions and promote preventative wellness. The demand for these specialists continues to grow as healthcare systems seek cost-effective, high-quality patient care solutions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Pathophysiology

Pharmacology

Health Assessment

Care of Adults in Acute Settings

Practice Care of Older Adults

Diagnostic Reasoning

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-11-30 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-05-25 00:00:00

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More details

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Language

English

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Credits

58 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Minneapolis, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor's degree or higher.

To be considered for this master’s program, you must have a valid RN license.

Completed online application and transcripts.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20592 USD / year

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Out-of-State

20592 USD / year

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In-State

20592 USD / year

≈ 20592 USD / year

Funding

Paying for your education can be a challenge, but Walden helps you identify the many funding options that are available to you, including scholarships, grants, and federal and private loans. You can also check with your employer to see if they offer tuition reimbursement for your courses. A Walden enrollment advisor can help you determine which funding options are available to you. Additionally, you can save time and money by transferring credits earned previously.

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Scholarships Information

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