Students examine the political, legal, and regulatory issues impacting healthcare organizations and environments. Students analyze the effects of healthcare policy on health care practice and service delivery, with particular emphasis on the strategies used to monitor and maintain legal and regulatory compliance. Students also identify and apply healthcare policy and law concepts that promote organizational improvement. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. Prerequisite(s): BHA3004 or MHA5001 or NHS4000 or NURS4000 or NURS6201 or completion of or concurrent enrollment in NHS5004. RN-to-MSN Care Coordination, Nursing Education, Nursing Informatics, and Nursing Leadership and Administration students must have completed NHS5004, NURS5003, NURS5005, NURS5007.
4 quarter credits
Students develop and demonstrate concepts, principles, issues, and trends in healthcare economics and the economic decision-making practices employed in the healthcare environment. Students analyze the political, legal, regulatory, organizational, and demographic implications of business decisions on healthcare economics; explore the ways economic and stakeholder influences affect operational planning and decision making; and practice applying performance monitoring and process management measures as part of the decision-making process. Students also examine cost-effective problem solving; community- and population-based orientation; and effective use of healthcare market research, analysis, and assessment. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. Prerequisite(s): MHA5001 or NURS6201 or completion of or concurrent enrollment in NHS5004. RN-to-MSN Care Coordination, Nursing Education, Nursing Informatics, and Nursing Leadership and Administration students must have completed NHS5004, NURS5003, NURS5005, NURS5007.
4 quarter credits
Students acquire an understanding of the nature of evidence and its relative value and weight in making clinical decisions that impact patient and population outcomes. In particular, students assess appropriate methods and analytic approaches in order to investigate, evaluate, and synthesize the best available evidence for potential solutions and innovations. For BSN and MSN students only. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. Prerequisite(s): NHS4000 or NURS4000 or NURS6201 or completion of or concurrent enrollment in NHS5004. RN-to-MSN Care Coordination, Nursing Education, Nursing Informatics, and Nursing Leadership and Administration students must have completed NHS5004, NURS5003, NURS5005, NURS5007.
4 quarter credits
Students investigate the role of the advanced practice nurse. Students analyze principles related to leadership, autonomy, scope of practice, and role development. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer.
4 quarter credits
Students gain an understanding of the theoretical basis for the competencies of the nurse practitioner and cultivate skills in comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and clinical management of commonly occurring acute and chronic illnesses and conditions impacting individuals across the lifespan. Students build upon their knowledge of advanced pathophysiology, pharmacology, and health assessment while learning the role of the nurse practitioner in primary care. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6301 must be taken concurrently with NURS6302. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6206, NURS6207. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Masters Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis.
4 quarter credits
Students analyze pathophysiologic processes and their effect on body systems across the lifespan. Students build on their foundation of anatomy and physiology to enhance clinical decision-making in the advanced practice role. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6201. MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner students must have completed NHS6004, NHS6008, NURS6016, NURS6011.
4 quarter credits
This course focuses on concepts, principles, issues, and trends in health care economics and the economic decision-making practices employed in the health care environment. Learners analyze the political, legal, regulatory, organizational, demographical, and multicultural implications of business decisions on health care economics; evaluate the ways economic and stakeholder influences affect operational planning and decision making; and demonstrate performance monitoring and process management measures as part of the decision-making process. Learners also examine cost-effective problem solving; community- and population-based orientation; and effective use of health care market research, analysis, and assessment.
4 quarter credits
Students gain an understanding of the theoretical basis for the competencies of the nurse practitioner, focusing on comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and clinical management of reproductive health. Students build upon their knowledge of advanced pathophysiology, pharmacology, and health assessment while learning the role of the nurse practitioner in primary care. For MSN Family Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6403 must be taken concurrently with NURS6404. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6401, NURS6402.
4 quarter credits
In this clinical course, students apply clinical judgment in the management of complex acute and chronic illnesses and conditions across the lifespan. This course requires 125 practicum hours. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6304 must be taken concurrently with NURS6303. Special permission is required for registration. Grading for this course is S/NS. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6301, NURS6302.
2 quarter credits
Students analyze advanced principles of health assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and advanced practice skill acquisition across the lifespan. Students acquire knowledge and skills necessary to perform focused and comprehensive examinations, advanced primary care skills, and office procedures, and to interpret diagnostic testing in preparation for the nurse practitioner student's role in the clinical setting. Students build on prior knowledge to enhance clinical decision-making and diagnostic reasoning, in preparation for the advanced practice nursing role in primary care. Content is delivered in both asynchronous and synchronous formats. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6205 must be taken concurrently with NURS6204. Grading for this course is S/NS. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. Prerequisite(s): NURS6201, NURS6202, NURS6203.
2 quarter credits
In this clinical course, students apply clinical judgment in the management of prenatal and postpartum patients. This course requires 125 practicum hours. For MSN Family Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6404 must be taken concurrently with NURS6403. Special permission is required for registration. Grading for this course is S/NS. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6401, NURS6402.
2 quarter credits
Students investigate health promotion, disease prevention, and risk reduction across the lifespan. Students examine epidemiological factors, psychosocial influences, and variations in health to promote wellness for individuals, families, and communities. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. Special permission is required for registration. NURS6206 must be taken concurrently with NURS6207. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6201, NURS6202, NURS6203, NURS6204, NUIRS6205.
4 quarter credits
Students gain an understanding of the theoretical basis for the competencies of the nurse practitioner, focusing on comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and clinical management of commonly occurring acute and chronic illnesses and conditions in the pediatric population and family-centered care. Students build upon their knowledge of advanced pathophysiology, pharmacology, and health assessment while learning the role of the nurse practitioner in primary care. For MSN Family Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6401 must be taken concurrently with NURS6402. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6303, NURS6304.
4 quarter credits
In this clinical course, students apply clinical judgment in the management of commonly occurring acute and chronic illnesses and conditions across the lifespan. This course requires 125 practicum hours. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6302 must be taken concurrently with NURS6301. Special permission is required for registration. Grading for this course is S/NS. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6206, NURS6207.
2 quarter credits
Students analyze advanced principles of pharmacology as they relate to the treatment and management of illnesses and conditions across the lifespan. Students build on their foundation of pharmacology to enhance clinical decision-making in the advanced practice role to safely, legally, ethically, and therapeutically prescribe, administer, and counsel patients regarding medication therapy and regimes. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Masters Certificate students only. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for learners in the Post-Master¿s Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Special Permission is required for registration. Prerequisite(s): NURS6201, NURS6202.
4 quarter credits
Students develop and demonstrate competence in the design, implementation, and evaluation of interprofessional quality improvement initiatives. Students investigate models for quality improvement, with an emphasis on outcome identification and measurement. Students also examine quality within the context of patient safety through adverse event and near-miss analyses. For BSN and MSN students only. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. Prerequisite(s): NHS4000 or NURS4000 or NURS6201 or completion of or concurrent enrollment in NHS5004. RN-to-MSN Care Coordination, Nursing Education, Nursing Informatics, and Nursing Leadership and Administration students must have completed NHS5004, NURS5003, NURS5005, NURS5007.
4 quarter credits
Students gain an understanding of the theoretical basis for the competencies of the nurse practitioner and cultivate skills in comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and clinical management of complex acute and chronic illnesses and conditions impacting individuals across the lifespan. Students build upon their knowledge of advanced pathophysiology, pharmacology, and health assessment while learning the role of the nurse practitioner in primary care. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6303 must be taken concurrently with NURS6304. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6301, NURS6302. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Masters Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis.
4 quarter credits
In this clinical course, students apply clinical judgment in the management of commonly occurring acute and chronic illnesses and conditions in the pediatric population. This course requires 125 practicum hours. For MSN Family Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6402 must be taken concurrently with NURS6401. Special permission is required for registration. Grading for this course is S/NS. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6303, NURS6304.
2 quarter credits
Students analyze advanced principles of health assessment and diagnostic reasoning as they relate to individuals across the lifespan. Students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to perform a comprehensive health history, physical and psychosocial assessment, and interpretation of pathophysiological changes. Students build on their foundation of physical assessment to enhance clinical decision-making in the advanced practice role. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6204 must be taken concurrently with NURS6205. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6201, NURS6202, NURS6203. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Masters Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis.
4 quarter credits
Students synthesize concepts from previous courses in preparation to deliver fully accountable care. Students also engage with concepts that support the transition to practice. For MSN Family Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6405 must be taken concurrently with NURS6406. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6403, NURS6404.
2 quarter credits
In this clinical course, students develop advanced health assessment skills for clients throughout the lifespan. This course requires 125 practicum hours. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6207 must be taken concurrently with NURS6206. Special permission is required for registration. Grading for this course is S/NS. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6201, NURS6202, NURS6203, NURS6204, NURS6205.
2 quarter credits
In this clinical course, students synthesize concepts from previous courses in preparation to deliver fully accountable care. This course requires 125 practicum hours. For MSN Family Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6406 must be taken concurrently with NURS6405. Special permission is required for registration. Grading for this course is S/NS. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6403, NURS6404.
2 quarter credits
Practicum: Minimum of 750 practicum hours
Core: Complete at least 40 quarter credits
Specialization: At least 28 quarter credits
Total: At least 68 quarter credits
One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.
Learners enrolled in the MSN, Family Nurse Practitioner specialization are required to maintain a current, unrestricted RN license throughout their program.
Capella University is not currently accepting applications for the MSN, Family Nurse Practitioner specialization from California, Louisiana, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, or District of Columbia residents.
Learners enrolled in a Capella nursing program in the FlexPath learning format will become ineligible to enroll in the MSN – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (MSN-AGPCNP) or MSN – Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP) specializations if they progress through certain coursework in any of the following courses: NHS-FP6004, NHS-FPX6004, NHS-FP6008, NHS-FPX6008, MSN-FP6011, NURS-FP6011, NURS-FPX6011, MSN-FP6016, NURS-FP6016 or NURS-FPX6016. FlexPath courses cannot be transferred into the MSN-AGPCNP or MSN-FNP specializations. To learn more, contact a Capella coach or call enrollment services at 1.866.736.1751.
Capella University cannot guarantee eligibility for licensure, endorsement, other professional credential, or salary advancement. State licensing regulations and professional standards vary; learners are responsible for understanding and complying with the requirements of the state in which they intend to work. For more information, see the professional licensure disclosures for this program.
Practicum
Learners enrolled in the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program with a specialization in Care Coordination; RN-to-MSN Care Coordination; Care Coordination, FlexPath option; RN-to-MSN Care Coordination, FlexPath option; Nursing Education; RN-to-MSN Nursing Education; Nursing Education, FlexPath option; RN-to-MSN Nursing Education, FlexPath option; Nursing Leadership and Administration; RN-to-MSN Nursing Leadership and Administration; Nursing Leadership and Administration, FlexPath option; or RN-to-MSN Nursing Leadership and Administration, FlexPath option are required to complete 100 documented hours of hands-on practicum experience. Learners enrolled in the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program with a specialization in Nursing Informatics; RN-to-MSN Nursing Informatics; Nursing Informatics, FlexPath option; or RN-to-MSN Nursing Informatics, FlexPath option are required to complete 200 documented hours of hands-on practicum experience. Learners enrolled in the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program with a specialization in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner or the Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master’s Certificate are required to complete 750 documented hours of hands-on practicum experience.
The practicum experience requires learners to synthesize and expand the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the program by applying evidence-based methods to practice. Learners are responsible for finding an appropriate preceptor to oversee the practicum experience. With their preceptors, learners engage in in-depth work within a practice environment that reflects course outcomes. The practicum experiences offer learners an environment in which to apply their knowledge and skills. Practicum takes place at a professional site at which learners, with the support of program faculty and their on-site preceptors, participate in advanced practice initiatives. These could include program evaluation, quality improvement, and advanced practice techniques. Learners use the practicum experience to help them achieve the MSN program outcomes and competencies and the learning objectives related to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing’s The Essentials of Master’s Education in Nursing.
Additionally, learners are required to document their practice practicum experience in associated online coursework. The associated practicum courses provide systematic opportunities for feedback and reflection. Practicum hours are considered complete once all program required practicum hours have been successfully achieved. Partial completion of practicum hours requirements cannot be verified for licensure or transfer of credits.
Complete at least XX quarter credits.
This course focuses on concepts, principles, issues, and trends in health care economics and the economic decision-making practices employed in the health care environment. Learners analyze the political, legal, regulatory, organizational, demographical, and multicultural implications of business decisions on health care economics; evaluate the ways economic and stakeholder influences affect operational planning and decision making; and demonstrate performance monitoring and process management measures as part of the decision-making process. Learners also examine cost-effective problem solving; community- and population-based orientation; and effective use of health care market research, analysis, and assessment.
4 quarter credits
Students examine the political, legal, and regulatory issues impacting healthcare organizations and environments. Students analyze the effects of healthcare policy on health care practice and service delivery, with particular emphasis on the strategies used to monitor and maintain legal and regulatory compliance. Students also identify and apply healthcare policy and law concepts that promote organizational improvement. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. Prerequisite(s): BHA3004 or MHA5001 or NHS4000 or NURS4000 or NURS6201 or completion of or concurrent enrollment in NHS5004. RN-to-MSN Care Coordination, Nursing Education, Nursing Informatics, and Nursing Leadership and Administration students must have completed NHS5004, NURS5003, NURS5005, NURS5007.
4 quarter credits
Students develop and demonstrate concepts, principles, issues, and trends in healthcare economics and the economic decision-making practices employed in the healthcare environment. Students analyze the political, legal, regulatory, organizational, and demographic implications of business decisions on healthcare economics; explore the ways economic and stakeholder influences affect operational planning and decision making; and practice applying performance monitoring and process management measures as part of the decision-making process. Students also examine cost-effective problem solving; community- and population-based orientation; and effective use of healthcare market research, analysis, and assessment. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. Prerequisite(s): MHA5001 or NURS6201 or completion of or concurrent enrollment in NHS5004. RN-to-MSN Care Coordination, Nursing Education, Nursing Informatics, and Nursing Leadership and Administration students must have completed NHS5004, NURS5003, NURS5005, NURS5007.
4 quarter credits
Students acquire an understanding of the nature of evidence and its relative value and weight in making clinical decisions that impact patient and population outcomes. In particular, students assess appropriate methods and analytic approaches in order to investigate, evaluate, and synthesize the best available evidence for potential solutions and innovations. For BSN and MSN students only. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. Prerequisite(s): NHS4000 or NURS4000 or NURS6201 or completion of or concurrent enrollment in NHS5004. RN-to-MSN Care Coordination, Nursing Education, Nursing Informatics, and Nursing Leadership and Administration students must have completed NHS5004, NURS5003, NURS5005, NURS5007.
4 quarter credits
Students develop and demonstrate competence in the design, implementation, and evaluation of interprofessional quality improvement initiatives. Students investigate models for quality improvement, with an emphasis on outcome identification and measurement. Students also examine quality within the context of patient safety through adverse event and near-miss analyses. For BSN and MSN students only. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. Prerequisite(s): NHS4000 or NURS4000 or NURS6201 or completion of or concurrent enrollment in NHS5004. RN-to-MSN Care Coordination, Nursing Education, Nursing Informatics, and Nursing Leadership and Administration students must have completed NHS5004, NURS5003, NURS5005, NURS5007.
4 quarter credits
Students investigate the role of the advanced practice nurse. Students analyze principles related to leadership, autonomy, scope of practice, and role development. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer.
4 quarter credits
Students analyze pathophysiologic processes and their effect on body systems across the lifespan. Students build on their foundation of anatomy and physiology to enhance clinical decision-making in the advanced practice role. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6201. MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner students must have completed NHS6004, NHS6008, NURS6016, NURS6011.
4 quarter credits
Students analyze advanced principles of pharmacology as they relate to the treatment and management of illnesses and conditions across the lifespan. Students build on their foundation of pharmacology to enhance clinical decision-making in the advanced practice role to safely, legally, ethically, and therapeutically prescribe, administer, and counsel patients regarding medication therapy and regimes. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Masters Certificate students only. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for learners in the Post-Master¿s Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Special Permission is required for registration. Prerequisite(s): NURS6201, NURS6202.
4 quarter credits
Students analyze advanced principles of health assessment and diagnostic reasoning as they relate to individuals across the lifespan. Students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to perform a comprehensive health history, physical and psychosocial assessment, and interpretation of pathophysiological changes. Students build on their foundation of physical assessment to enhance clinical decision-making in the advanced practice role. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6204 must be taken concurrently with NURS6205. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6201, NURS6202, NURS6203. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Masters Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis.
4 quarter credits
Students analyze advanced principles of health assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and advanced practice skill acquisition across the lifespan. Students acquire knowledge and skills necessary to perform focused and comprehensive examinations, advanced primary care skills, and office procedures, and to interpret diagnostic testing in preparation for the nurse practitioner student's role in the clinical setting. Students build on prior knowledge to enhance clinical decision-making and diagnostic reasoning, in preparation for the advanced practice nursing role in primary care. Content is delivered in both asynchronous and synchronous formats. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6205 must be taken concurrently with NURS6204. Grading for this course is S/NS. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. Prerequisite(s): NURS6201, NURS6202, NURS6203.
2 quarter credits
Students investigate health promotion, disease prevention, and risk reduction across the lifespan. Students examine epidemiological factors, psychosocial influences, and variations in health to promote wellness for individuals, families, and communities. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. Special permission is required for registration. NURS6206 must be taken concurrently with NURS6207. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6201, NURS6202, NURS6203, NURS6204, NUIRS6205.
4 quarter credits
In this clinical course, students develop advanced health assessment skills for clients throughout the lifespan. This course requires 125 practicum hours. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6207 must be taken concurrently with NURS6206. Special permission is required for registration. Grading for this course is S/NS. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6201, NURS6202, NURS6203, NURS6204, NURS6205.
2 quarter credits
Practicum: Minimum of 750 practicum hours
Core: Complete at least 40 quarter credits
Specialization: At least 28 quarter credits
Total: At least 68 quarter credits
One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.
Learners enrolled in the MSN, Family Nurse Practitioner specialization are required to maintain a current, unrestricted RN license throughout their program.
Capella University is not currently accepting applications for the MSN, Family Nurse Practitioner specialization from California, Louisiana, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, or District of Columbia residents.
Learners enrolled in a Capella nursing program in the FlexPath learning format will become ineligible to enroll in the MSN – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (MSN-AGPCNP) or MSN – Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP) specializations if they progress through certain coursework in any of the following courses: NHS-FP6004, NHS-FPX6004, NHS-FP6008, NHS-FPX6008, MSN-FP6011, NURS-FP6011, NURS-FPX6011, MSN-FP6016, NURS-FP6016 or NURS-FPX6016. FlexPath courses cannot be transferred into the MSN-AGPCNP or MSN-FNP specializations. To learn more, contact a Capella coach or call enrollment services at 1.866.736.1751.
Capella University cannot guarantee eligibility for licensure, endorsement, other professional credential, or salary advancement. State licensing regulations and professional standards vary; learners are responsible for understanding and complying with the requirements of the state in which they intend to work. For more information, see the professional licensure disclosures for this program.
Practicum
Learners enrolled in the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program with a specialization in Care Coordination; RN-to-MSN Care Coordination; Care Coordination, FlexPath option; RN-to-MSN Care Coordination, FlexPath option; Nursing Education; RN-to-MSN Nursing Education; Nursing Education, FlexPath option; RN-to-MSN Nursing Education, FlexPath option; Nursing Leadership and Administration; RN-to-MSN Nursing Leadership and Administration; Nursing Leadership and Administration, FlexPath option; or RN-to-MSN Nursing Leadership and Administration, FlexPath option are required to complete 100 documented hours of hands-on practicum experience. Learners enrolled in the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program with a specialization in Nursing Informatics; RN-to-MSN Nursing Informatics; Nursing Informatics, FlexPath option; or RN-to-MSN Nursing Informatics, FlexPath option are required to complete 200 documented hours of hands-on practicum experience. Learners enrolled in the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program with a specialization in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner or the Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master’s Certificate are required to complete 750 documented hours of hands-on practicum experience.
The practicum experience requires learners to synthesize and expand the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the program by applying evidence-based methods to practice. Learners are responsible for finding an appropriate preceptor to oversee the practicum experience. With their preceptors, learners engage in in-depth work within a practice environment that reflects course outcomes. The practicum experiences offer learners an environment in which to apply their knowledge and skills. Practicum takes place at a professional site at which learners, with the support of program faculty and their on-site preceptors, participate in advanced practice initiatives. These could include program evaluation, quality improvement, and advanced practice techniques. Learners use the practicum experience to help them achieve the MSN program outcomes and competencies and the learning objectives related to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing’s The Essentials of Master’s Education in Nursing.
Additionally, learners are required to document their practice practicum experience in associated online coursework. The associated practicum courses provide systematic opportunities for feedback and reflection. Practicum hours are considered complete once all program required practicum hours have been successfully achieved. Partial completion of practicum hours requirements cannot be verified for licensure or transfer of credits.
Complete at least XX quarter credits.
Students gain an understanding of the theoretical basis for the competencies of the nurse practitioner and cultivate skills in comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and clinical management of commonly occurring acute and chronic illnesses and conditions impacting individuals across the lifespan. Students build upon their knowledge of advanced pathophysiology, pharmacology, and health assessment while learning the role of the nurse practitioner in primary care. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6301 must be taken concurrently with NURS6302. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6206, NURS6207. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Masters Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis.
4 quarter credits
Students gain an understanding of the theoretical basis for the competencies of the nurse practitioner and cultivate skills in comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and clinical management of complex acute and chronic illnesses and conditions impacting individuals across the lifespan. Students build upon their knowledge of advanced pathophysiology, pharmacology, and health assessment while learning the role of the nurse practitioner in primary care. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6303 must be taken concurrently with NURS6304. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6301, NURS6302. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Masters Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis.
4 quarter credits
Students gain an understanding of the theoretical basis for the competencies of the nurse practitioner, focusing on comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and clinical management of commonly occurring acute and chronic illnesses and conditions in the pediatric population and family-centered care. Students build upon their knowledge of advanced pathophysiology, pharmacology, and health assessment while learning the role of the nurse practitioner in primary care. For MSN Family Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6401 must be taken concurrently with NURS6402. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6303, NURS6304.
4 quarter credits
Students gain an understanding of the theoretical basis for the competencies of the nurse practitioner, focusing on comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and clinical management of reproductive health. Students build upon their knowledge of advanced pathophysiology, pharmacology, and health assessment while learning the role of the nurse practitioner in primary care. For MSN Family Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6403 must be taken concurrently with NURS6404. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6401, NURS6402.
4 quarter credits
Students synthesize concepts from previous courses in preparation to deliver fully accountable care. Students also engage with concepts that support the transition to practice. For MSN Family Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6405 must be taken concurrently with NURS6406. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6403, NURS6404.
2 quarter credits
Practicum: Minimum of 750 practicum hours
Core: Complete at least 40 quarter credits
Specialization: At least 28 quarter credits
Total: At least 68 quarter credits
One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.
Learners enrolled in the MSN, Family Nurse Practitioner specialization are required to maintain a current, unrestricted RN license throughout their program.
Capella University is not currently accepting applications for the MSN, Family Nurse Practitioner specialization from California, Louisiana, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, or District of Columbia residents.
Learners enrolled in a Capella nursing program in the FlexPath learning format will become ineligible to enroll in the MSN – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (MSN-AGPCNP) or MSN – Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP) specializations if they progress through certain coursework in any of the following courses: NHS-FP6004, NHS-FPX6004, NHS-FP6008, NHS-FPX6008, MSN-FP6011, NURS-FP6011, NURS-FPX6011, MSN-FP6016, NURS-FP6016 or NURS-FPX6016. FlexPath courses cannot be transferred into the MSN-AGPCNP or MSN-FNP specializations. To learn more, contact a Capella coach or call enrollment services at 1.866.736.1751.
Capella University cannot guarantee eligibility for licensure, endorsement, other professional credential, or salary advancement. State licensing regulations and professional standards vary; learners are responsible for understanding and complying with the requirements of the state in which they intend to work. For more information, see the professional licensure disclosures for this program.
Practicum
Learners enrolled in the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program with a specialization in Care Coordination; RN-to-MSN Care Coordination; Care Coordination, FlexPath option; RN-to-MSN Care Coordination, FlexPath option; Nursing Education; RN-to-MSN Nursing Education; Nursing Education, FlexPath option; RN-to-MSN Nursing Education, FlexPath option; Nursing Leadership and Administration; RN-to-MSN Nursing Leadership and Administration; Nursing Leadership and Administration, FlexPath option; or RN-to-MSN Nursing Leadership and Administration, FlexPath option are required to complete 100 documented hours of hands-on practicum experience. Learners enrolled in the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program with a specialization in Nursing Informatics; RN-to-MSN Nursing Informatics; Nursing Informatics, FlexPath option; or RN-to-MSN Nursing Informatics, FlexPath option are required to complete 200 documented hours of hands-on practicum experience. Learners enrolled in the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program with a specialization in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner or the Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master’s Certificate are required to complete 750 documented hours of hands-on practicum experience.
The practicum experience requires learners to synthesize and expand the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the program by applying evidence-based methods to practice. Learners are responsible for finding an appropriate preceptor to oversee the practicum experience. With their preceptors, learners engage in in-depth work within a practice environment that reflects course outcomes. The practicum experiences offer learners an environment in which to apply their knowledge and skills. Practicum takes place at a professional site at which learners, with the support of program faculty and their on-site preceptors, participate in advanced practice initiatives. These could include program evaluation, quality improvement, and advanced practice techniques. Learners use the practicum experience to help them achieve the MSN program outcomes and competencies and the learning objectives related to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing’s The Essentials of Master’s Education in Nursing.
Additionally, learners are required to document their practice practicum experience in associated online coursework. The associated practicum courses provide systematic opportunities for feedback and reflection. Practicum hours are considered complete once all program required practicum hours have been successfully achieved. Partial completion of practicum hours requirements cannot be verified for licensure or transfer of credits.
Complete at least XX quarter credits.
In this clinical course, students apply clinical judgment in the management of commonly occurring acute and chronic illnesses and conditions across the lifespan. This course requires 125 practicum hours. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6302 must be taken concurrently with NURS6301. Special permission is required for registration. Grading for this course is S/NS. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6206, NURS6207.
2 quarter credits
In this clinical course, students apply clinical judgment in the management of complex acute and chronic illnesses and conditions across the lifespan. This course requires 125 practicum hours. For MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6304 must be taken concurrently with NURS6303. Special permission is required for registration. Grading for this course is S/NS. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6301, NURS6302.
2 quarter credits
In this clinical course, students apply clinical judgment in the management of commonly occurring acute and chronic illnesses and conditions in the pediatric population. This course requires 125 practicum hours. For MSN Family Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6402 must be taken concurrently with NURS6401. Special permission is required for registration. Grading for this course is S/NS. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6303, NURS6304.
2 quarter credits
In this clinical course, students apply clinical judgment in the management of prenatal and postpartum patients. This course requires 125 practicum hours. For MSN Family Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6404 must be taken concurrently with NURS6403. Special permission is required for registration. Grading for this course is S/NS. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6401, NURS6402.
2 quarter credits
In this clinical course, students synthesize concepts from previous courses in preparation to deliver fully accountable care. This course requires 125 practicum hours. For MSN Family Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate students only. NURS6406 must be taken concurrently with NURS6405. Special permission is required for registration. Grading for this course is S/NS. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except for students in the Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing as approved through Faculty Gap Analysis. Prerequisite(s): NURS6403, NURS6404.
2 quarter credits
Practicum: Minimum of 750 practicum hours
Core: Complete at least 40 quarter credits
Specialization: At least 28 quarter credits
Total: At least 68 quarter credits
One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.
Learners enrolled in the MSN, Family Nurse Practitioner specialization are required to maintain a current, unrestricted RN license throughout their program.
Capella University is not currently accepting applications for the MSN, Family Nurse Practitioner specialization from California, Louisiana, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, or District of Columbia residents.
Learners enrolled in a Capella nursing program in the FlexPath learning format will become ineligible to enroll in the MSN – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (MSN-AGPCNP) or MSN – Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP) specializations if they progress through certain coursework in any of the following courses: NHS-FP6004, NHS-FPX6004, NHS-FP6008, NHS-FPX6008, MSN-FP6011, NURS-FP6011, NURS-FPX6011, MSN-FP6016, NURS-FP6016 or NURS-FPX6016. FlexPath courses cannot be transferred into the MSN-AGPCNP or MSN-FNP specializations. To learn more, contact a Capella coach or call enrollment services at 1.866.736.1751.
Capella University cannot guarantee eligibility for licensure, endorsement, other professional credential, or salary advancement. State licensing regulations and professional standards vary; learners are responsible for understanding and complying with the requirements of the state in which they intend to work. For more information, see the professional licensure disclosures for this program.
Practicum
Learners enrolled in the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program with a specialization in Care Coordination; RN-to-MSN Care Coordination; Care Coordination, FlexPath option; RN-to-MSN Care Coordination, FlexPath option; Nursing Education; RN-to-MSN Nursing Education; Nursing Education, FlexPath option; RN-to-MSN Nursing Education, FlexPath option; Nursing Leadership and Administration; RN-to-MSN Nursing Leadership and Administration; Nursing Leadership and Administration, FlexPath option; or RN-to-MSN Nursing Leadership and Administration, FlexPath option are required to complete 100 documented hours of hands-on practicum experience. Learners enrolled in the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program with a specialization in Nursing Informatics; RN-to-MSN Nursing Informatics; Nursing Informatics, FlexPath option; or RN-to-MSN Nursing Informatics, FlexPath option are required to complete 200 documented hours of hands-on practicum experience. Learners enrolled in the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program with a specialization in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner or the Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master’s Certificate are required to complete 750 documented hours of hands-on practicum experience.
The practicum experience requires learners to synthesize and expand the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the program by applying evidence-based methods to practice. Learners are responsible for finding an appropriate preceptor to oversee the practicum experience. With their preceptors, learners engage in in-depth work within a practice environment that reflects course outcomes. The practicum experiences offer learners an environment in which to apply their knowledge and skills. Practicum takes place at a professional site at which learners, with the support of program faculty and their on-site preceptors, participate in advanced practice initiatives. These could include program evaluation, quality improvement, and advanced practice techniques. Learners use the practicum experience to help them achieve the MSN program outcomes and competencies and the learning objectives related to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing’s The Essentials of Master’s Education in Nursing.
Additionally, learners are required to document their practice practicum experience in associated online coursework. The associated practicum courses provide systematic opportunities for feedback and reflection. Practicum hours are considered complete once all program required practicum hours have been successfully achieved. Partial completion of practicum hours requirements cannot be verified for licensure or transfer of credits.
Each unit consists of readings, discussions and other activities you will be expected to complete throughout the week. Most deadlines for coursework occur on Thursdays and/or Sundays but may vary by program and course. In each course, you will receive a detailed scoring guide that describes expectations for every graded assignment.
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Grades are based on your participation in weekly reading discussions and completion of assignments, based on criteria outlined in the rubric. You will also be assessed on your ability to demonstrate an understanding of expected outcomes for your program or specialization. These outcomes are based on the needs and performance standards of your field or discipline.
