Nurse Practitioner Programs in Pennsylvania

According to the Pennsylvania Board of Nursing, there are two requirements for becoming a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP). One is to complete a master’s or post-master’s certificate nurse practitioner program. The second is to successfully pass a national certification exam in the area of specialization that the nurse practitioner will be practicing in. To be eligible for CRNP prescriptive authority in the state of Pennsylvania one must complete at least 45 hour of advanced pharmacology course work and provide a collaborative agreement. This page focuses on the initial master’s or post-master’s nurse practitioner programs requirement. Listed below are the nurse practitioner online programs as well as the campus based nurse practitioner programs offered in the state of Pennsylvania.

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Online nurse practitioner programs offered in Pennsylvania offer a flexible option for the full-time, professional nurse. Most of the campus based nurse practitioner programs in Pennsylvania offer many of the NP program courses online and each year the number of offerings increases. The benefit of the nursing schools dedicated to online education is that they have worked out the majority of kinks and only require students to attend a campus session one or two times. The full-time nurse and the rural based nurse can earn their master’s or post-master’s certificate at their own pace in their own community. Clinical sites can be arranged with the assistance of an advisor or faculty in the student’s local geography, which again offers a convenience that a campus program may not be able to offer their students. The nurse practitioner online programs listed below have also earned accreditation from either the NLNAC or CCNE. Request information from these schools to learn more about their programs and the benefits of an online education.

As health care organizations in Pennsylvania continue to develop better quality and more cost-effective patient care, the role of the nurse practitioner will play an integral part. The 2008-2009 Bureau of Labor Statistics – Occupational Handbook predicts that advanced practice nurses, including nurse practitioners, will be in “high-demand.” The 2007 Advance for Nurse Practitioners Salary Survey found that the average annual salary for nurse practitioners in Pennsylvania was $77354. Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner salaries in Pennsylvania vary significantly by facility, education, experience, geographic location and other factors. Based on the previously mentioned statistics, pursuing a nurse practitioner master’s or post-master’s program can be a personally and professionally rewarding choice. Locate nurse practitioner programs in Pennsylvania that fit your needs and contact the schools to learn more.

Nurse Practitioner Programs Offered in Pennsylvania

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Maryville University

Maryville University – St. Louis offers two CCNE accredited online MSN Nurse Practitioner Programs: Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner.

Programs Offered Online: MSN – (Family Nurse Practitioner -FNP, Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner – AGNP)

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)

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)

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.

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)

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)

Villanova University College of Nursing

The Baccalaureate and Master’s nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). All core courses are offered in a distance learning format.

Programs Offered: Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Second Degree BSN, BSN Express, RN to BSN/MSN, MSN – (Tracks: Adult Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, Geriatric Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Health Care Administration, Nursing Education, Nurse Anesthetist), Post-Master’s Certificates available in the above concentrations, Joint Degree Health Care Administration, PhD

Villanova University College of Nursing,
800 E. Lancaster Avenue,
Villanova, PA 19085

Saint Xavier University – School of Nursing

The Saint Xavier University MSN – Clinical Nurse Leader program is CCNE accredited. Graduates are eligible to sit for the AACN national CNL certification exam.

Programs Offered: Online MSN – Clinical Nurse Leader

Nursing Schools Based in Pennsylvania Offering Nurse Practitioner Programs

Drexel University College of Nursing and Health Professions

Drexel University College of Nursing and Health Professions is accredited by the National League for Nursing (NLN).

Programs Offered: MSN – (Specializations: Adult Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, MSN in Clinical Trials Research, MSN in Nursing Education & Faculty Role, MSN Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner, MSN in Innovation and Intra/Entrepreneurship in Advanced Nursing Practice, MSN in Nursing Leadership in Health Systems Management Women’s Health MSN Completion Program for Nurse Practitioners), RN-MSN Bridge Program, Post-Master’s Certificate – (Specializations: Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Nursing Education & Faculty Role , Innovation and Intra/Entrepreneurship in Advanced Nursing Practice, Medical Family Therapy

P.O. Box 34729,
Philadelphia, PA 19101,
PH: 877-215-0009

University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing

The Master’s in Nursing Nurse Practitioner programs are accredited by the CCNE and approved by the Pennsylvania Board of Nursing.

Programs Offered: Master’s in Nursing – (Specializations: Adult Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Adult Health Nurse Practitioner, Adult Nurse Practitioner: Advanced Practice Oncology Nursing, Family Health Nurse Practitioner, Gerontology Nurse Practitioner, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Acute/Chronic Care Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Critical Care Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Oncology Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Women’s Health Care Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Specialist Programs: Adult Health Clinical Nurse Specialist Nurse Anesthesia, Nurse-Midwifery, Psychiatric Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist, Administration Programs: Health Leadership Master’s, Nursing and Health Care Administration Program)

University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing,
Claire M. Fagin Hall,
418 Curie Boulevard,
Philadelphia, PA 19104-4217,
PH: 215-898-8281

Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania

York College of Pennsylvania is accredited by the Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).

Programs Offered: MSN – (Concentrations: Community Health Specialization, Adult Health and Illness Specialization, Adult and Family Nurse Practitioner Specialization, Nursing Administration Specialization, MSN Program for Individuals Holding Professional Certification as Nurse Midwife, Nurse Anesthetist, or Nurse Practitioner, MSN Program for Certified School Nurses)

Bloomsburg University,
Bloomsburg PA 17815-1301,
PH: 570-389-4015

Clarion University School of Nursing

The MSN programs are offered in cooperation with Slippery Rock and Edinboro Universities. The nursing programs are accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)

Programs Offered: RN to MSN, MSN – (Concentrations: Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator)

Clarion University of Pennsylvania,
840 Wood Street,
Clarion, PA 16214,
PH: 800-672-7171

La Salle University School of Nursing

Programs Offered: RN to MSN, MSN – (Concentrations: Adult Health and Illness Clinical Nurse Specialist – option for gerontological clinical nurse specialist, Clinical Nurse Leader, Nursing Administration / MBA, Nursing Service Administration (must have an MBA), Nurse Anesthetist, Primary Care of Adults-Nurse Practitioner, Primary Care of Families-Nurse Practitioner, Public Health Nursing)

9801 Frankford Avenue,
Philadelphia, PA 19114-2094,
PH: 215-637-7700, Ext. 3292

Penn State University School of Nursing

The MSN programs are NLNAC accredited and approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.

Programs Offered: MSN – (Concentrations: Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist)

The Pennsylvania State University School of Nursing Graduate Programs,
210 Health and Human Development East,
University Park, PA 16802,
PH: 814-863-2211

Temple University

The MSN programs are CCNE accredited.

Programs Offered: MSN – (Concentrations: Adult Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator)

3307 N. Broad Street,
Philadelphia, PA 19140,
PH: 215-707-4800

University of Scranton Department of Nursing

The MSN programs are CCNE accredited.

Programs Offered: RN to MS, MSN – (Concentrations: Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult Health Nursing, Nurse Anesthesia)

Department of Nursing – The University of Scranton,
800 Linden Street,
Scranton, PA 18510,
PH: 570-941-7673

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