APRN - Nurse Practitioner Programs in Connecticut
Nurse practitioners in Connecticut are required to complete a master's level degree program in nursing or a related field that is recognized by the nurse practitioner certifying bodies for certification as a nurse practitioner. Online and campus based nurse practitioner programs offered in Connecticut that meet this requirement can be found below.
The State of Connecticut also requires that Nurse Practitioners have 30 hours of pharmacology education to enter advanced practice. Most often a nurse practitioner master's program will incorporate pharmacology into the curriculum, but make sure to inquire with any program you are considering as to if this requirement will be met.
Nurse Practitioners and all other areas of the nursing field are regulated by the Connecticut Department of Public Health. In addition to the afore mentioned requirements, nurse practitioners in Connecticut must have a current Connecticut Registered Nurse License (also a requirement for most Nurse Practitioner programs) and have national certification as a nurse practitioner. National certifying organizations for nurse practitioners include the American Nurses' Association, The National Certification Corporation for the Obstetric, Gynecological and Neonatal Nursing Specialties, The National Certification Board of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and Nurses, and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Learn more about NP specializations and certification at these organization's websites.
(Sources: Connecticut Department of Public Health)
According to the Advance for Nurse Practitioners 2007 Salary Survey, Nurse Practitioners in Connecticut made an average annual salary of $82,918. You may also be interested in other MSN Programs offered in CT.
Accredited Nurse Practitioner Programs in Connecticut
Brandman University - School of Nursing and Health Professions
Brandman University School of Nursing and Health Professions is part of the nonprofit Chapman University System. Applications are being taken now for January, 2011 enrollment. The DNP programs do require eight immersion sessions of 3 to 4 days each at the Irvine, CA campus. Request information from Brandman University to learn more.
Programs Offered Online: RN to BSN, BSN to DNP - (Specialties: Adult Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Family Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Gerontological Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner), Post-Master's to DNP for Registered Nurses with a Master's in Advanced Practice or Registered Nurses with a MSN not in Advanced Practice or who would like to move to another APN specialty - (Specialties: Adult Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Family Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Gerontological Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner)
- Click Here to request free information from Brandman University School of Nursing and Health Professions.
University of Cincinnati - College of Nursing
The University of Cincinnati - College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The MSN - Nurse Midwifery online program is accredited by the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM).
Programs Offered Online: MSN - (Specializations: Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, Adult Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Midwifery, Clinical Nurse Specialist - Nurse Educator)
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Felician College
The Master of Science in Nursing and Post-Master's Certificate programs offered by Felician College are fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and the New Jersey State Board of Nursing. Felician College Nursing faculty help you select your clinical preceptors and clinical practicum site. Click below to request free information. Select "Master of Science in Nursing (Online)" for the MSN NP programs.
Programs Offered: Online MSN - (Tracks: Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult Nurse Practitioner), Post-Master's Certificate - Adult Nurse Practitioner, Post-Master's Certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner
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Frontier School of Midwifery & Family Nursing - Distance Education
The Frontier School of Midwifery and Family Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of College and Schools. They offer online MSN Programs with post masters certificates in the following areas: Certified Nurse Midwifery (accredited by ACME), Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner (accredited by the NLNAC). FSMFN also offers an online DNP program accredited by the AACN.
Programs Offered: Online ADN - MSN (Tracks: Nurse Midwifery, Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner) , Online MSN - (Tracks: Nurse Midwifery, Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner), DNP
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Graceland University - School of Nursing
The RN-BSN and RN to BSN/MSN programs are CCNE and NLNAC accredited. The RN to BSN and RN to BSN/MSN programs are designed for Registered Nurses who want to advance their education and career opportunities. RN to BSN and RN to BSN/MSN program Practicums can be completed in the student's community.
Online Programs Offered: RN to BSN, RN to BSN/MSN - (Specializations: Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator)
- Click Here and select "Online RN to BSN/MSN" to request information about the FNP program at Graceland University.
Graceland University
All MSN and Post-Graduate Certificate nursing programs at Graceland University are CCNE and NLNAC accredited. Graceland University is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. MSN program Practicums are completed in the student's community.
Online Programs Offered: MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN - Nurse Educator, Post-Graduate Certificate Family Nurse Practitioner, Post-Graduate Certificate in Nurse Education
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Rush University - College of Nursing
Nursing students may be eligible to complete all or a portion of their clinical site requirements at a clinical site near their home. If not, there are a number of clinical sites in the Chicago area that faculty will assist in setting up for the student. The Rush University - College of Nursing received accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
Programs Offered Online: Advanced Generalist MSN, MSN - Combined Adult and Gerontological Nurse Practitioner, Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD)
- Click Here for information about Rush University College of Nursing Online Nurse Practitioner programs.
Liberty University - Department of Nursing
Liberty University's Online MSN - Clinical Nurse Specialist Acute Care Track is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools. Graduates are prepared for national certification as a CNS and work as practitioners and/or educators. This program is enrolling now. Request information today!
Program Offered: MSN - Acute Care Track Online
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Drexel University Online
The Drexel University Online College of Nursing is accredited by the National League for Nursing (NLN). Admission to the Adult Acute Care NP program is restricted to students who will seek nurse practitioner clinical placements in the following states: Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, Maryland, Washington DC, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. Students who are residents of New York may apply, but they may not do their clinical in the state of New York. Learn more about this program today.
Programs Offered: Online MSN (Tracks: Adult Acute Health Nurse Practitioner)
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South University - School of Health Professions
The South University MSN program is CCNE accredited and graduates are prepared for a career and national certification as an Adult Health Nurse Practitioner. South University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. These programs are enrolling now. Contact South University to learn more about their programs and to speak with an admissions representative.
Programs Offered: Online RN to BSN, Online RN to MSN - (Tracks: Adult Health Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator), MSN - (Tracks: Adult Health Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator)
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Colleges and Universities Based in Connecticut Offering Nurse Practitioner Programs
Quinnipiac University Department of Nursing
The Quinnipiac University BSN and MSN programs are Accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), and are approved by the Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing.
Programs Offered: BSN, Accelerated BSN, Part-time MSN, MSN - (MSN Specializations: Adult Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner), Post-Master's Certificate
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275 Mount Carmel Avenue, Hamden, CT 06518
Fairfield University - School of Nursing
The MSN Programs are approved by the Connecticut State Board of Examiners for Nursing.
Programs Offered: Family Nurse practitioner Track, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Track
- Fairfield University, 1073 North Benson Road, Fairfield, Connecticut 06824, PH: 203-254-4000
Sacred Heart University - School of Nursing
Programs Offered: MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner, Post-Master's Certificate FNP
- Sacred Heart University, 5151 Park Avenue, Fairfield, CT 06825-1000, PH: 203-371-7999
Southern Connecticut State University - Dept. of Nursing
Programs Offered: MSN Family Nurse Practitioner
- Southern Connecticut State University - Nursing Department, 501 Crescent Street, New Haven, CT 06515, PH: 203-392-6475
University of Connecticut - School of Nursing
Programs Offered: MSN - Adult Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, MSN - Adult Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, MSN - Neonatal Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
- University of Connecticut - School of Nursing, 231 Glenbrook Rd. U-2026, Storrs, CT 06269-2026, PH: 860-486-3716
Western Connecticut State University - Nursing
Programs Offered: MSN - Clinical Nurse Leader, MSN - Adult Nurse Practitioner
- Western Connecticut State University, 181 White Street, Danbury, Connecticut 06810, PH: 203-837-8556
Yale University - School of Nursing
Programs Offered: Master's in Science with specialty options in Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Oncology Nurse Practitioner, Adult Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, Gerontological Nurse Practitioner, Women's Health Primary Care Nurse practitioner, Nurse-Midwifery, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
- Yale University - School of Nursing, P.O. Box 9740, New Haven, CT 06536-0740, PH: 203-785-2389
