Rhode Island FNP Programs
Consider a sponsored online program currently accepting applicants.
| School | Level | Program | Admissions |
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| Georgetown University | Master | Online Master's in Nursing
Nursing@Georgetown delivers Georgetown University’s MS in Nursing program online, preparing RNs with a BSN to pursue certification in an APRN specialty: AG-ACNP, FNP, NM/WHNP, or WHNP. |
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| Simmons University | Master | Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program
Scholarships are available for the online Family Nurse Practitioner program at Simmons University. |
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| St. John Fisher University | Master | Master of Science in Nursing
4 program options: PCFNP, PMHNP, AGACNP, AGPCNP. Part-time and accelerated tracks available. The Wegmans School of Nursing is ranked among the top 100 nursing schools nationally, and is No. 6 in New York state. |
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We do not currently have any FNP programs in our directory in Rhode Island, but there are a few MSN programs available.
The Rhode Island 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 three different roles: Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP), Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) or Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS). APRNs may practice as a primary or acute care provider and must choose a population focus.
Online MSN programs in Rhode Island
The following schools offer Master of Science in Nursing programs. There are many programs available in Rhode Island, but the following emphasize online learning.
The University of Rhode Island
This program offers four tracks: Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. All tracks can be completed full time in 2.5 years and part-time in 3. The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredits all programs offered at this University. Graduates may pursue certification through an approved certification organization.
Rhode Island College
This program offers three tracks: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, or Acute Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS). Students may choose full or part-time study. The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredits all programs offered at this college.
Salve Regina University
This program offers one track: Family Nurse Practitioner. Classes are taught in a hybrid method. Graduates are eligible to pursue certification through an approved certification organization. The program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and the New England Commission of Higher Education.
Consider a sponsored online program currently accepting applicants.
| School | Level | Program | Admissions |
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| University of Texas at Arlington | Master | Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner
CCNE accredited. This accredited nursing program features 100% online lectures and clinical rotations can be completed in your geographical area. |
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| Ohio University | Master | MSN Family Nurse Practitioner
CCNE Accredited. Experience didactic and clinical performance courses as you prepare to sit for the AANP or ANCC exam and become certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner. |
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| Texas A&M International University | Master | Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner
Learn to assess, diagnose and manage common acute and chronic health conditions across the lifespan, while emphasizing evidence-based practice, health promotion and disease prevention. |
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| Texas State University | Master | Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner
Elevate your nursing career with the online MSN – FNP program and develop the expertise to lead in advanced nursing practice. |
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| Youngstown State University | Master | Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
CCNE Accredited. UWF trains registered nurses to provide primary care to patients across the lifespan. Gain in-depth knowledge and leadership skills needed to provide top-quality, family-centered healthcare as a nurse practitioner. |
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| George Mason University | Master | Online MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner
CCNE Accredited. Prepare to sit for exams from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). |
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| University of West Florida | Master | Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
CCNE Accredited. UWF trains registered nurses to provide primary care to patients across the lifespan. |
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FNP Programs in Rhode Island
View all programs in Rhode Island below.| School | Program | Accreditation | Location |
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| Rhode Island College | Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) | CCNE | Providence |
| University of Rhode Island | Master of Science in Nursing | CCNE | Kingston |
Nursing Licensure in Rhode Island
The Rhode Island Board of Nursing requires that all APRN applicants first receive a registered nurse license. After attending an undergraduate program approved by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing, registered nurse applicants must earn a passing score on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) and then apply with the Rhode Island State Board of Nursing for licensure. Rhode Island does not participate in multi-state licensure for nurses of any level.
MSN and FNP Salaries in Rhode Island
The United States Bureau of Labor reports that the annual mean wages for a Nurse Practitioner in Rhode Island are $108,630. This amount is less than the nationwide median yearly salary of $113,930 for Nurse Practitioners. Registered Nurses report $76,650.00.
The United States Bureau of Labor reports the job outlook for Nurse Practitioners to grow by 26% from 2018 to 2028.