Graduate – Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), WellStar Family Nurse Practitioner
The WellStar Primary Care Nurse Practitioner MSN Program will prepare you to function as a primary caregiver. With this designation, you can enjoy more career autonomy and have increased earning potential. You’ll also be prepared to sit for national certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
Shortest Nurse Practitioner Program in Georgia
The program is conducted on KSU’s Kennesaw, Ga., campus on alternate weekends and is the shortest nurse practitioner in Georgia, only five semesters full-time or eight semesters part-time.
Emphasis on Precepted Practicum Experiences
The Primary Care Nurse Practitioner content provides hands-on training and in-depth knowledge with a heavy emphasis on precepted practicum experiences. Courses explore healthcare theory, pharmacology, research, assessment, clinical management, diversity and other concepts necessary for success as an NP. The program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
Welcoming Learning Environment
The Nurse Practitioner learning environment at KSU is welcoming, with small classes which promote collaboration with classmates and faculty. The program has a broad array of preceptor practicum sites in north Georgia so you can put your skills to work and expand your professional network. The courses are taught by expert doctoral faculty who are experienced educators with relevant real-world experience.
No GRE, One Year of Experience Required
The need for skilled and experienced nurse practitioners has increased dramatically in recent years, thus this program does not require a GRE. It does require one year of full-time professional experience as a Registered Nurse (which must have occurred within the last five years and have involved direct patient care). You must also have a baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) from a nationally accredited institution with a satisfactory grade-point average of at least 3.0. Program admission is very competitive so be sure to submit your application, application fee and all required documents by the program priority deadline: Jan. 15.
MSN Nurse Practitioner Salary and Career Information
You Can Take Advantage of 38% Job Growth
Because of changes in healthcare delivery, nurse practitioners’ job outlook is very promising. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 38 percent job growth for nurse practitioners from 2022-2032. With a highly-regarded KSU Nurse Practitioner MSN, you’ll have the credentials, experience and network needed to advance in your career.
Practice types where KSU NP graduates have found employment in the past few years include family practice, cardiology, fast track ED, neurology, ENT, internal medicine, urology, urgent care, GYN oncology and pulmonology
Annual Averages Salaries
The Median Annual Pay for Family Nurse Practitioners in 2023 was $129,480. The annual
salary range varies according to state, job site, specialty, role, degree and experience.
Entry level salaries tend to be lower and increase with experience and responsibility.
2023 Bureau of Labor Statistics
MS in Nursing Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Degree Benefits at Kennesaw State
- Well-Respected in the Marketplace – KSU nursing graduates have been sought after by Georgia’s top-tier healthcare employers for the past 45+ years
- Affordability – KSU’s nurse practitioner program is offered at a far lower cost than private universities and for-profit programs
- Valuable Hands-on Components – The program has established relationships with a broad array of preceptor practicum sites in north Georgia
- Tuition Reimbursement - Many local healthcare employers offer tuition reimbursement for graduate study. Check with your employer’s human resources personnel to find out if you qualify.
- Class Schedule – All classes are offered in an online or hybrid format with a maximum of one weekend a month in on-campus classes and labs.
Department Contact Information
Wellstar School of Nursing
Kennesaw State University
520 Parliament Garden Way NW., MD# 4102
Kennesaw, GA 30144-5591
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