Welcome, Members of Tennessee Nurses Association!

Carson-Newman University is proud to offer our accredited and respected online MSN-FNP and Post-Master's FNP Certificate programs to members of Tennessee Nurses Association.

The following benefits are available to TNA members:
• Waived Application and Transcript Evaluation Fees
• Military Discounts Available
 

Why Choose Carson-Newman for Your Online FNP Program?

• 100% Online Coursework (not including clinicals or residency)
• Designed for Full-time Working Nurses
• Clinical placements and preceptors provided - so you can focus on your studies and work 
• Exceptional Support from a dedicated Student Success Advisor
• Evidence-Based Nursing Programs that integrate Faith and Learning
• Accredited and Affordable - Our respected program saves you up to $200 per credit hour compared to national competitors

Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner

MSN-FNP Program Highlights and Outcomes

• Graduate ready to take the national FNP certification exam
• Stress-free clinical placement support in your local area
• Position you to serve as an autonomous primary caregiver, and even in your own practice in some states
• Graduate in as few as 32 months
• One 3-day on-campus residency, allowing you to meet your classmates and instructors in person
• Learn from expert nursing faculty who are active nurse practitioners in their communities
• Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing
• BSN Required

Post-Master's Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate

PMC-FNP Program Highlights and Outcomes

• Graduate ready to take the national FNP certification exam
• Stress-free clinical placements for most clinical courses in your regional area
• Position you to serve as an autonomous primary caregiver, and even in your own practice in some states
• Graduate in less than 24 months
• One 3-day on-campus residency, allowing you to meet your classmates and instructors in person
• Learn from expert nursing faculty who are active nurse practitioners in their communities
• Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing
• MSN Required

The Carson-Newman Online Experience is Designed for Working Nurses

The Carson-Newman online nursing programs allow you to earn your nursing degree at a pace that works for you. 

• Accessible and Supportive. Materials are available 24/7 and Carson-Newman's faculty is extremely responsive in providing support and real-time feedback to students. A dedicated Student Success Advisor provides guidance and acts as a resource to round out a supportive learning experience.

• Faith and Learning. Through an intimate online learning experience, professors connect with you on your college journey in a caring, Christian community. Through faith and learning, Carson-Newman provides a life-changing education where students come first.

• An Intimate Learning Environment. The online learning environment promotes a sense of community and connection. You’ll interact with peers, professors, and faculty. In the process of earning your degree, you’ll build a lifelong career network.

• Evidence-Based Practice. Carson-Newman students are taught to use evidence-based practice to make informed decisions about patient care. You’ll integrate research, clinical expertise and the best evidence on hand to conduct assessments and provide the most effective care possible. 

• ​​​​A Holistic Approach. Carson-Newman nursing students are active participants in caring for patients. Carson-Newman nursing students do more than support recovery, they take a holistic approach. Our graduates provide extra care for patients by promoting a healthy lifestyle and finding resources that positively affect patients’ lives.

Next Term:

• MSN-FNP: May 10, 2021
• PMC-FNP: May 10, 2021
• Application Deadline: April 19, 2021