Overview
A family nurse practitioner meets the healthcare needs of the family by providing primary and specialty care for patients of all ages.
Classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays and the program can be completed in two-years of full-time study. Upon graduation, you are eligible to take the examination for board certification.
If you’re interested in becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), D’Youville College’s nursing program is an ideal place to start. Established in 1942, the Patricia H. Garman School of Nursing has an excellent reputation as one of the best in the region for high-quality, student-centered education.
What You'll Learn
As a student in D'Youville's master of science FNP program, you will:
- Learn to assess, diagnose and manage common acute and chronic illnesses;
- Gain skills in promoting healthy habits and educating patients about disease prevention;
- Get practical experience in women's health, pediatrics and adult settings;
- Benefit from the opportunity to work closely with faculty mentors and those from the nursing community.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Health Assessment
- Advanced Health Assessment Lab
- Health Promotion-Children & Families
- Health Promotion-Women
- Health Promotion Adults Aging Population
- Fnp Practicum in Pediatrics In Pediatrics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Duolingo English Test 105
Credits
30 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Family & Consumer Science Nursing View 739 other Masters in Nursing in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Duolingo English Test 105
Other requirements
General requirements
- Completed online graduate application for admission (no application fee).
- Completion of a baccalaureate degree in nursing from a CCNE or NLNAC (ACEN) accredited program at a college or university in the US (or by the CNO in Ontario).
- Evidence of capability to succeed in a graduate program based on an overall undergraduate GPA of at least a 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
- Official transcripts from all college/ universities attended.
- An overall G.P.A. of at least 3.0.
- Active unencumbered licensure as a registered nurse in New York or in Ontario for Canadian students.
- A current CPR certification with a psychomotor component.
- One year of practice as a registered nurse with a baccalaureate degree is required.
- Baccalaureate-level health assessment, pathophysiology and pharmacology courses or equivalent.
- Applicants who work full-time are not eligible for planned 2-year completion of the Family Nurse Practitioner track.
Tuition Fee
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International
16530 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1102 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
16530 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1102 USD per credit during 24 months.
Living costs for Buffalo
920 - 1560 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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