Family Nurse Practitioner Programs in Colorado

Colorado FNP Programs

We found 1 Family Nurse Practitioner Program in Colorado, but there are multiple universities with campuses in Colorado that have MSN programs. You may also consider an online FNP program that is currently accepting applicants into its MSN program.

Online MSN programs in Colorado

The following schools offer Master of Science in Nursing programs. There are many programs available in Colorado, but the following emphasize online learning.

Aspen University

This program offers five tracks: Forensic Nursing, Informatics, Administration and Management, Nursing Education, or Public Health. Students work self-paced, full or part-time. All tracks are offered online. Aspen University also offers an RN- MSN option.

University of Colorado

This program offers twelve tracks, including Adult Gerontology, Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse- Midwifery, and Health Care Informatics. Students can complete all tracks online, full-time, or accelerated. Each track involves a specific population focus.

Regis University

This program offers five tracks: Family Nurse Practitioner, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Leadership in Health Care Systems, Certified Nurse Practitioner, and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Students can complete all tracks online with some classroom courses. Program lengths vary.

Nursing Licensure in Colorado

The Colorado Board of Nursing requires that all APRN applicants first receive a registered nurse license. After attending an undergraduate program approved by the Colorado Board of Nursing, registered nurse applicants must earn a passing score on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Colorado Registered Nurses may apply for a multi-state license. APRNs may not.

Nursing Licensure in Colorado

The Colorado Board of Nursing requires that all APRN applicants first achieve national certification through an approved APRN licensure certification organization and exam. The Board approves APRNs for four different roles: Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP), Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM), or Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS). APRNs must choose a specialty focus when applying.

Prescriptive licenses for APRNs are available in the State of Colorado. They require a separate application and additional education.

MSN and FNP Salaries in Colorado

The United States Bureau of Labor reports that the annual mean wages for a Nurse Practitioner in Colorado are $111,210. This amount is less than the nationwide median yearly salary of $113, 930 for Nurse Practitioners. Nurse Anesthetists report $172,700 annually. Nurse Midwives report $107,100.00.

The United States Bureau of Labor reports the job outlook for Nurse Practitioners to grow by 26% from 2018 to 2028. This growth is much faster than the average growth rate of 5% for all occupations.