Florida Southern College—School of Nursing
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School of Nursing
Nursing is a growing field where more nurses with specific and advanced skills are needed. Florida Southern College students can earn their bachelors of science in nursing to become a Registered Nurse (RN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) to work in a specific area of nursing or become a nurse educator.
Overview
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Website: www.flsouthern.edu
Featured Programs & Degrees
Master of Science in Nursing – MSN
The MSN at Florida Southern College allows students to focus on a specific area of advanced nursing. Courses are designed for working nursing professional with courses meeting one day a week, and the option to take two courses. Faculty are experts in the field and offer personalized attention to each student.
MSN Tracks:
- Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
- Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Nurse Educator
- Family Nurse Practitioner
Program Options
Courses meet one evening a week, with the option to take up to two courses.
Admissions
Applicants must have proof of active licensure as a Registered Nurse in Florida, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from a state-approved and regionally accredited program, and a minimum of one year experience as a registered nurse. Learn about all of the MSN admission requirements here.
Program Contact Information
Kimberly Smith
Admission Counselor and Advisor
863-680-3090 ksmith@flsouthern.edu
Post-Master’s Certificates in Nursing
Choose your track! CCNE accredited Florida Southern College offers Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP).
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
The post-master’s certificate for family nurse practitioner is designed for those master’s prepared nurses who desire to provide and direct care to families, including adults and children. Graduates are prepared for the national certification examination as a family nurse practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
The post-master’s certificate for adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioner is designed for those master’s prepared nurses who desire to diagnose and treat adult patients, and direct primary or acute care. Graduates are prepared for the national certification examination as an adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
Program Options
Courses are offered on weekday evenings on Florida Southern campus.
Admissions
Learn more about the application process for the post master’s certificate here.
Program Contact Information
Kimberly Smith
Admission Counselor and Advisor
863-680-3090 ksmith@flsouthern.edu
Contact Florida Southern College—School of Nursing
Contact Admissions
Adult and Graduate Education
(863) 680-4111
Main Campus
111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 680-4111