The Master of Science in Nursing-Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program trains you to enter clinical practice as a primary care family nurse practitioner and prepares you to:

• Practice in an advanced nursing role in a variety of settings
• Practice independently and collaboratively to improve the health of individuals and their families, especially for under-served and vulnerable populations
• Provide competent, comprehensive, culturally appropriate care to individuals and their families across the life span
• Educate paraprofessionals, professionals, clients, families and communities regarding health care issues of individuals and their families
• Participate in clinical research that incorporates evidence-based care and extends knowledge in advanced nursing practice relevant to individuals and their families
• Incorporate Christian values and ethical decision-making into clinical practice
• Assume leadership roles in influencing health policies that promote high quality, cost-effective care for individuals and their families