Expand Care. Empower Communities. Advance Your Career.

Unlock your potential with our Post-Master’s Certificate as a Family Nurse Practitioner—a clinically focused program designed for advanced practice nurses seeking to broaden their scope of care. Whether you're a nurse educator, administrator, or clinical specialist, this certificate equips you with the skills to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered primary care across the lifespan.  This program prepares experienced nurses to meet the growing demand for primary care providers, particularly in underserved and rural communities. With a curriculum grounded in evidence-based practice, health promotion, and disease prevention, you’ll be ready to lead in today’s evolving healthcare landscape.

Why Choose Our Program?

Career Prospects: According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of nurse practitioners is projected to grow 40% from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations [1]. This growth is driven by increased demand for healthcare services, a growing emphasis on preventive care, and expanded scope of practice for nurse practitioners in many states.

Competitive Salaries

Nurse practitioners earned a median annual wage of $132,050 in May 2024[1]. FNPs, in particular, are highly valued in primary care settings, with opportunities in family medicine, urgent care, community health, and telehealth.

Program Highlights:

• Designed for nurses who already hold a master’s degree in nursing 
• Prepares graduates for national FNP certification and state licensure 
• Emphasis on primary care, chronic disease management, and health promotion 
• Clinical placements in diverse family practice and community health settings 
• Flexible course delivery to accommodate working professionals 

How This Certificate Enhances Your Career

This post-master’s certificate is more than a credential—it’s a strategic pathway to advanced clinical practice. Whether you’re expanding your role or transitioning into primary care, this program will help you:

• Strengthen Clinical Expertise: Gain advanced skills in diagnosis, treatment, and patient education across the lifespan. 
• Advance Toward Certification: Prepare for national certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC or FNP-C). 
• Improve Patient Outcomes: Deliver holistic, evidence-based care in a variety of healthcare settings. 
• Expand Your Role: Position yourself for leadership in primary care, community health, or integrated care teams. 
• Serve with Impact: Address healthcare disparities and improve access to care in underserved populations. 

Join a community of nurse leaders committed to advancing health equity and excellence in care. Your journey to becoming a certified Family Nurse Practitioner starts here.
[1]: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics – Nurse Practitioners

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NursingGrad@SouthernCT.edu

College of Health and Human Services

Department of Nursing

Application Requirements

Application Submission
Application Fee ($50)
Official Transcripts
Essay
Two Letters of Recommendation
Resume/CV
RN License

Cost of Program

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