Herzing University Online Nurse Practitioner Programs – FNP, PMHNP, AGPCNP

Herzing University offers an online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with BSN and ADN entry points in three specializations: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP). In addition, Post-Master’s Certificates are offered in the FNP and PMHNP specializations. These programs offer 100 percent online coursework with no campus visits, and preceptorships take place at approved locations near the student. Upon graduation, students are eligible to take their respective nurse practitioner certification exams through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Program (AANPCP) or the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

One of the Herzing tenets is that students are never alone, and as such, they have dedicated clinical coordinators who help students secure approved clinical sites and preceptors for clinical practicums. In the same vein, in addition to the required courses and clinical practicum experiences, students have access to two preparation courses that will contribute to their overall success: the Clinical Readiness Course prepares students to be successful in the five clinical practicums and the Virtual Bootcamp helps prepare students for the certification exams.

Family nurse practitioners are prepared to serve populations across the lifespan in preventive medicine, and acute and chronic illnesses. Psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioners also work with patients across the lifespan with mental health and behavioral health needs. Adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioners work with adolescents through adults and older adults with acute and chronic illness, preventive medicine, and improving the quality of life. NPs are able to assess, diagnose, and treat patients, as well as work with care teams to provide comprehensive care for their patients. NP program outcomes include the application of scientific evidence to practice, ethical leadership skills, critical decision-making, effective interpersonal communication skills, and the use of technology and informatics in care delivery.

Nurse Practitioners may work in family practice clinics, primary care clinics, public healthcare services, schools, rehabilitation centers, counseling centers, women’s healthcare clinics, government facilities, home health care situations, hospitals, and nursing homes. Holding a nurse practitioner degree allows for a wide range of care situations with various populations and settings available.

Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). The online NP programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Herzing University’s online nurse practitioner programs are based out of Menomonee Falls, WI.

What to Expect from the Herzing University Online NP Programs

Admission Requirements: Applicants to the Herzing online NP programs must have a current, unrestricted RN license in the state in which they live, or have a multi-state, compact state license for residents of compact license states. All applicants complete an interview with an admissions representative or the graduate program chair. As part of the admissions process, students must have the proper immunizations, pass health checks, required drug tests, and background checks. Online applications include an application fee, transcripts, resume, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement. In addition, students must provide a copy of their RN license. No GRE or GMAT is required.

  • Program Specific Admission Requirements
  • MSN: Hold a BSN from an accredited institution with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA; it is expected that licensed RNs have clinical experience
  • Accelerated RN to MSN: Hold an associate’s degree in nursing (ADN) or nursing diploma from an accredited program with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
  • Post-Master’s NP Certificate: Hold an MSN degree from an accredited institution; it is expected that licensed RNs have clinical experience

State Restrictions: Herzing University accepts students from most states into the NP programs, however, in certain states it has not been determined whether the programs meet state requirements. The following states are undetermined for all specializations: Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Puerto Rico, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. In addition, Herzing University has not determined eligibility for the PMHNP and AGPCNP specializations in the following states: Arizona, Louisiana, Massachusetts, North Dakota, and Tennessee. As always it is the student’s responsibility to verify enrollment eligibility with the institution as well as verify practicum requirements with their state Board of Nursing.

Study Plan: The Herzing University online NP programs offer start dates six times per year. The MSN – FNP and AGPCNP programs can be completed in just 20 months or five semesters on a full-time basis. The MSN – PMHNP takes about 24 months.

The accelerated RN to MSN program takes 24 months to complete. Students do not earn a BSN in this accelerated program. There is also an RN to BSN to MSN program pathway for students interested in earning both a BSN and MSN degree which takes about 32 months to complete.

The Post-Master’s Certificate FNP program takes 16 to 20 months, with 16 months for full-time, and 18 to 20 months for part-time. The PMHNP Post-Master’s Certificate takes 20 months to complete.

Herzing University has dedicated clinical coordinators who help students secure approved clinical sites and preceptors for clinical practicums. This is possible through their Clinical Guidance Process along with established relationships with healthcare providers across the country. Students complete the required courses online and participate in 585 to 675 hours of clinical practicum depending on their specialization. Each specialization features a 180-hour immersion experience that prepares graduates to earn their first job as a nurse practitioner.

Students also have access to two preparation courses to improve their success: the Clinical Readiness Course prepares students to be successful in the five clinical practicums; the Virtual Bootcamp helps prepare students for the NP certification exams.

MSN Curriculum: The online MSN program concentrations comprise 48 credits. FNP students complete at least 675 clinical hours, AGPCNP students complete 585 clinical hours, and PMHNP students complete 540 clinical hours. Core courses and direct care courses for all specializations include Health Policy and Management; Theoretical Foundations for Nursing; Technology in Nursing Informatics in Advanced Practice; Organizational Systems and Behaviors; Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice; Advanced Health Assessment; Advanced Pathophysiology; and Advanced Pharmacology.

FNP concentration courses include Health Promotion Across the Lifespan; Adult Health Care; Roles for Nurse Practitioners; Geriatric Health Care; Health Care of Women Across the Lifespan; and Health Care of Infants, Children, and Adolescents.

AGACNP concentration courses include Health Promotion Across the Lifespan; Roles for Nurse Practitioners; Women’s Health for the Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner; Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner I-II; and AGPCNP Practicum.

PMHNP concentration courses include Roles for Nurse Practitioners; Advanced Psychopharmacology and Health Promotion; Clinical Decision-Making in Psychiatric Mental Health; Counseling and Psychotherapy; Psychiatric Mental Healthcare I-II; and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Practicum.

Accelerated RN to MSN Curriculum: The accelerated RN to MSN program with FNP, AGPCNP, and PMHNP concentrations comprises 64 credits including the entire MSN curriculum plus the following bridge courses: English Composition II; Statistics; Nursing Leadership and Management; Community Health Nursing; and Dimensions of Advanced Nursing Practice. Graduates of this program do not earn a BSN. Those interested in earning both a BSN and MSN should check into the RN to BSN to MSN program.

Post-Master’s FNP and PMHNP Certificate Curriculum: The online Post-Master’s FNP and PMHNP Certificate programs require completion of 33 credits and at least 675 clinical hours for FNPs and 540 for PMHNPs. There is no AGPCNP certificate offered at this time. Direct Care courses include Advanced Health Assessment; Advanced Pathophysiology; and Advanced Pharmacology. FNP and PMHNP concentration courses follow the MSN pathways as listed above.

Online Experience: Herzing University FNP students begin with an online orientation to familiarize themselves with the online platform. Herzing utilizes Canvas as its online Learning Management System (LMS). Courses are mainly delivered asynchronously with any synchronous sessions scheduled in advance. Resources may include recorded lectures, readings, assignments, assessments, discussion forums, video conferencing, and chat rooms. Student services include admissions counseling and faculty office hours, an online library, an online bookstore, career counseling, online tutoring, and 24/7 technical support.

On-Site Requirements: There are no on-site requirements as the program courses are 100 percent online with practicums completed locally. Students are welcome to visit one of the Herzing University campuses around the country and to participate in graduation.

Paying for the Herzing University Online NP Programs

Herzing University online nurse practitioner program tuition costs are listed in the tables below. Interested students should contact the admissions department for cost clarifications and updates.

Graduate students have access to federal Stafford loans and Graduate PLUS Loans according to the FAFSA. Herzing University may also offer scholarships to students who had a high GPA in their undergraduate program, or through the Nursing Pathway to Success Scholarship. Nursing students may also inquire with their employers concerning a tuition reimbursement program or tuition discounts. Herzing University students may also seek outside opportunities for funding including outside scholarships and grants.

Herzing University

Herzing University offers MSN, RN to MSN, and Post-Master's Certificate programs with FNP, PMHNP, and AGPCNP specializations, 100% online courses, local practicums, and no campus visit requirements.

APRN Programs

MSN – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
MSN – Family Nurse Practitioner
MSN – Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Post-Master's Certificate – Family Nurse Practitioner
Post-Master's Certificate – Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
RN to MSN – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
RN to MSN – Family Nurse Practitioner
RN to MSN – Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Campus Address

W140N8917 Lilly Road
Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin 53051

Herzing University – MSN – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Program Essentials

Degree Level

MSN – Master of Science in Nursing

Specialization

AGNP – Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

Program Start Dates

6 start dates

100% Online?

Yes

Campus Visits Required

0

Credits Needed to Graduate

48

Clinical Hours Needed to Graduate

540

Program Accreditation

CCNE – Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

Program Admissions

Level of Education Required?

BSN – Bachelor of Science in Nursing

GRE or GMAT Required?

No GRE Required

GPA Required?

3.0 or higher

State Restrictions? (Will Not Accept From…)

AZ, LA, MA, MN, NY, ND, OR, PR, SD, TN, UT, WA

Program Tuition

Credit Hours

48

Average Cost Per Credit (state resident)

$755.00

Estimated Total Tuition (state resident)

$36,240.00

Average Cost Per Credit (non-resident)

$755.00

Estimated Total Tuition (non-resident)

$36,240.00

Herzing University – MSN – Family Nurse Practitioner

Program Essentials

Degree Level

MSN – Master of Science in Nursing

Specialization

FNP – Family Nurse Practitioner

Program Start Dates

6 start dates

100% Online?

Yes

Campus Visits Required

0

Credits Needed to Graduate

48

Clinical Hours Needed to Graduate

585

Program Accreditation

CCNE – Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

Program Admissions

Level of Education Required?

BSN – Bachelor of Science in Nursing

GRE or GMAT Required?

No GRE Required

GPA Required?

3.0 or higher

State Restrictions? (Will Not Accept From…)

AR, DC

Program Tuition

Credit Hours

48

Average Cost Per Credit (state resident)

$755.00

Estimated Total Tuition (state resident)

$36,240.00

Average Cost Per Credit (non-resident)

$755.00

Estimated Total Tuition (non-resident)

$36,240.00

Herzing University – MSN – Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Program Essentials

Degree Level

MSN – Master of Science in Nursing

Specialization

PMHNP – Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Program Start Dates

6 start dates

100% Online?

Yes

Campus Visits Required

0

Credits Needed to Graduate

48

Clinical Hours Needed to Graduate

540

Program Accreditation

CCNE – Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

Program Admissions

Level of Education Required?

BSN – Bachelor of Science in Nursing

GRE or GMAT Required?

No GRE Required

GPA Required?

3.0 or higher

State Restrictions? (Will Not Accept From…)

AZ, LA, MA, MN, NY, ND, OR, PR, SD, TN, UT, WA

Program Tuition

Credit Hours

48

Average Cost Per Credit (state resident)

$755.00

Estimated Total Tuition (state resident)

$36,240.00

Average Cost Per Credit (non-resident)

$755.00

Estimated Total Tuition (non-resident)

$36,240.00

Herzing University – Post-Master's Certificate – Family Nurse Practitioner

Program Essentials

Degree Level

Post-Master Certificate – Post-Graduate (Post-MSN) Nursing Certificate

Specialization

FNP – Family Nurse Practitioner

Program Start Dates

6 start dates

100% Online?

Yes

Campus Visits Required

0

Credits Needed to Graduate

33

Clinical Hours Needed to Graduate

585

Program Accreditation

CCNE – Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

Program Admissions

Level of Education Required?

MSN – Master of Science in Nursing

GRE or GMAT Required?

No GRE Required

GPA Required?

3.0 or higher

State Restrictions? (Will Not Accept From…)

AR, DC

Program Tuition

Credit Hours

33

Average Cost Per Credit (state resident)

$755.00

Estimated Total Tuition (state resident)

$24,915.00

Average Cost Per Credit (non-resident)

$755.00

Estimated Total Tuition (non-resident)

$24,915.00

Herzing University – Post-Master's Certificate – Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Program Essentials

Degree Level

Post-Master Certificate – Post-Graduate (Post-MSN) Nursing Certificate

Specialization

PMHNP – Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Program Start Dates

6 start dates

100% Online?

Yes

Campus Visits Required

0

Credits Needed to Graduate

33

Clinical Hours Needed to Graduate

540

Program Accreditation

CCNE – Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

Program Admissions

Level of Education Required?

MSN – Master of Science in Nursing

GRE or GMAT Required?

No GRE Required

GPA Required?

3.0 or higher

State Restrictions? (Will Not Accept From…)

AZ, LA, MA, MN, NY, ND, OR, PR, SD, TN, UT, WA

Program Tuition

Credit Hours

33

Average Cost Per Credit (state resident)

$755.00

Estimated Total Tuition (state resident)

$24,915.00

Average Cost Per Credit (non-resident)

$755.00

Estimated Total Tuition (non-resident)

$24,915.00

Herzing University – RN to MSN – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Program Essentials

Degree Level

MSN – Master of Science in Nursing

Specialization

AGNP – Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

Program Start Dates

6 start dates

100% Online?

Yes

Campus Visits Required

0

Credits Needed to Graduate

64

Clinical Hours Needed to Graduate

540

Program Accreditation

CCNE – Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

Program Admissions

Level of Education Required?

ADN – Associate Degree in Nursing

GRE or GMAT Required?

No GRE Required

GPA Required?

3.0 or higher

State Restrictions? (Will Not Accept From…)

AZ, LA, MA, MN, NY, ND, OR, PR, SD, TN, UT, WA

Program Tuition

Credit Hours

64

Average Cost Per Credit (state resident)

$755.00

Estimated Total Tuition (state resident)

$48,320.00

Average Cost Per Credit (non-resident)

$755.00

Estimated Total Tuition (non-resident)

$48,320.00

Herzing University – RN to MSN – Family Nurse Practitioner

Program Essentials

Degree Level

MSN – Master of Science in Nursing

Specialization

FNP – Family Nurse Practitioner

Program Start Dates

6 start dates

100% Online?

Yes

Campus Visits Required

0

Credits Needed to Graduate

64

Clinical Hours Needed to Graduate

630

Program Accreditation

CCNE – Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

Program Admissions

Level of Education Required?

ADN – Associate Degree in Nursing

GRE or GMAT Required?

No GRE Required

GPA Required?

3.0 or higher

State Restrictions? (Will Not Accept From…)

MN, NY, OR, PR, SD, UT, WA

Program Tuition

Credit Hours

64

Average Cost Per Credit (state resident)

$755.00

Estimated Total Tuition (state resident)

$48,320.00

Average Cost Per Credit (non-resident)

$755.00

Estimated Total Tuition (non-resident)

$48,320.00

Herzing University – RN to MSN – Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Program Essentials

Degree Level

MSN – Master of Science in Nursing

Specialization

PMHNP – Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Program Start Dates

6 start dates

100% Online?

Yes

Campus Visits Required

0

Credits Needed to Graduate

64

Clinical Hours Needed to Graduate

585

Program Accreditation

CCNE – Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

Program Admissions

Level of Education Required?

ADN – Associate Degree in Nursing

GRE or GMAT Required?

No GRE Required

GPA Required?

3.0 or higher

State Restrictions? (Will Not Accept From…)

AZ, LA, MA, MN, NY, ND, OR, PR, SD, TN, UT, WA

Program Tuition

Credit Hours

64

Average Cost Per Credit (state resident)

$755.00

Estimated Total Tuition (state resident)

$48,320.00

Average Cost Per Credit (non-resident)

$755.00

Estimated Total Tuition (non-resident)

$48,320.00

Tuition is calculated based on credits, at the published tuition rate. Rates may change, so please check here for the latest tuition information. For programs with variable tuition rates, we use the rates for part-time students. “Resident” and “non-resident” refer to the student’s school-recognized state residency status. Tuition number represents the cost of tuition for the entire program, not per semester or year. Estimated total tuition does not include additional fees.

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Sara Navratil is a freelance writer and a Certified Canfield Success Principles Trainer. She’s the owner of Sara Liza Life, a company dedicated to helping people rewrite their lives. She enjoys researching and writing about healthcare-related topics, including information on online NP programs. When not working she likes to read, bake, and spend time with her family.