North Dakota Nurse Practitioner Programs
The North Dakota Board of nursing has specific requirements for initial advanced licensure (Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Practice Registered Nurse), which include a possession of a current unencumbered North Dakota RN license or a compact state license, graduate degree with a nursing focus that is accredited by a national accrediting body, national nursing certification in an advanced nursing role appropriate to the graduate education completed and submit an application with a scope of practice statement. More detailed information can be found on the North Dakota State Board of Nursing website.
The purpose here is to present the schools offering nurse practitioner programs in the state of North Dakota that hold national accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). These programs can be found below along with their specific accreditation and contact information.
There are 3 universities based in North Dakota offering family nurse practitioner programs. Online nurse practitioner programs are available with some additional nurse practitioner specializations. Online formats do require practicums, which are often arranged with the assistance of a nursing school advisor and a clinical facility professional. Every effort is made to arrange for these practicums to be completed in the student's local region or community. In some cases, a student may be required to attend a weekend or few day session on campus. Courses are completed primarily online and interaction with students and faculty occur via web-cast, email, phone, teleconference or other medium. Online courses allow for flexibility of schedule and convenience while pursuing higher education, which means busy registered nurses can create a balance between coursework and the demands of work and family. You may find that one of the online nurse practitioner programs listed below is right for you.
The Advance for Nurse Practitioners 2007 Salary Survey found that the average annual salary for Nurse Practitioners in North Dakota was $78,181. Salary data can vary significantly by education, experience, facility, geographic location and other factors including that this number is from 2007. One of the best ways to learn about salary information for your local geography is to check the local job boards or listings in the paper. Nurse practitioners are in demand throughout North Dakota from the urban locations to the rural clinic setting and the pay should be quite good in either area. Many nurse practitioners also choose to apply their education and experience in the form of teaching at entry level nursing programs. This has become a popular second job and some nurse practitioners in other states have reported making as much as $20,000 in additional annual income by teaching part-time. Based on this information, this is a good time to take the first step. Find a nurse practitioner program below and request information to learn more about application and admissions requirements.
You may also want to read about additional master's in nursing programs in North Dakota.
Nurse Practitioner Online Programs Offered in North Dakota
Georgetown University School of Nursing & Health Studies - Online
The Georgetown University School of Nursing & Health Studies Graduate nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education (ACME) accredits the certificate and graduate nurse-midwifery education programs. These programs are enrolling now. Request information today.
Programs Offered Online: MSN - (Specializations: Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Midwifery/Women's Health Nurse Practitioner)
- Click Here to request information from Georgetown University School of Nursing & Health Studies.
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)
- Click Here for information about the University of Cincinnati Online MSN programs.
Saint Joseph's College of Maine Online Division of Graduate & Professional Studies
The Saint Joseph's College of Maine Online RN to BSN and MSN Nursing Programs are Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredited. The MSN/EDU and MSN/Admin degree programs can be combined as joint degrees, MSN/MHA or MSN/MBA. These programs are accepting applications now.
Programs Offered: Online RN to BSN, Online MSN - (Tracks: Administration, Education and Family Nurse Practitioner)
- Click Here to request information about the Saint Joseph's College of Maine Online MSN programs.
Kaplan University
Programs Offered: RN to BSN, RN to MS in Nursing, MS in Nursing - (Tracks: Adult Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Administrator, Nurse Educator, Nurse Informatics), Graduate Certificate - (Tracks: Adult Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Administrator, Nurse Educator, Nurse Informatics)
- Click Here to request information about the Kaplan University Nursing Programs.
Spring Arbor University
The Spring Arbor University MSN programs are in the accreditation process with the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and are accredited by the The Higher Learning Commission (HLC). The MSN - Nurse Practitioner program is designed to prepare graduates to sit for National certification as an Adult and/or Gerontology Nurse Practitioner. Request information about these MSN programs today.
Programs Offered: Online MSN - (Concentrations: MSN/MBA, MSN/Education, MSN/Nurse Practitioner)
- Click Here to request information from Spring Arbor University.
Frontier Nursing University - Distance Education
The Frontier Nursing University 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) , Online MSN - (Tracks: Nurse Midwifery), DNP (Online)
- Click Here for more information about the Frontier Nursing University distance education programs.
Graceland University - School of Nursing
The RN-BSN, RN to BSN/MSN and MSN programs are CCNE and NLNAC accredited. 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 and MSN - (Specializations: Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator), Post-Graduate Certificate (Specializations: Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Education), Doctor of Nursing Practice DNP (Online)
- Click Here to request information from Graceland University.
Regis University - Loretto Height School of Nursing
The Regis University School of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
Programs Offered: RN to BSN, RN to MS in Nursing (Tracks: Leadership in Health Care Systems - Management or Education), Online DNP - (Tracks: Advanced Practice Nursing, Advanced Leadership in Health Care)
- Click Here to request information about the Online DNP program.
Philadelphia University - Distance Education
The Midwifery Institute is accredited by the American Commission for Midwifery Education.
Programs Offered: MS Completion Program - Midwifery, MS in Disaster Medicine and Management, MS - Midwifery.
- Click Here for information about the Philadelphia University's Online Master's in Disaster Medicine & Management Program.
- Click Here for information about the Online MS - Midwifery Programs.
Universities Based in North Dakota Offering Nurse Practitioner Programs
North Dakota State University
The North Dakota State University nursing programs are approved by the North Dakota State Board of Nursing and accredited by the CCNE.
Programs Offered: Pre-Licensure BSN , LPN-BSN, RN to BSN, MSN - (Tracks: Clinical Nurse Specialist and Nurse Educator), DNP
- North Dakota State University - Department of Nursing-Dept #2670, PO Box 6050 / 136 Sudro Hall, Fargo, ND 58108-6050, PH: 701-231-7772
University of Mary
The baccalaureate program is CCNE accredited and approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing.
Programs Offered: BSN, LPN-BSN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN (Track: Nurse Administrator), MSN - (Nurse Administrator, Nurse Educator, Family Nurse Practitioner) On-site and online options.
- University of Mary, 7500 University Dr, Bismarck ND 58504, PH: 701-255-7500
University of North Dakota
The baccalaureate program is CCNE accredited and approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing.
Programs Offered: BSN, Accelerated BSN, LPN-BSN, RN to BSN, RN to MS, MSN - (Specializations: Nurse Anesthesia, Family Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, Public/Community Health Nursing, Gerontology Nursing, and Nurse Education), Post Master's Certificates - (Specializations: Nurse Anesthesia, Family Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing-CNS, Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing-NP, Nurse Education)
- University of North Dakota, Box 9025, Grand Forks ND 58202, PH: 701-777-4173
