The post-master’s certificate for Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) is offered by the Western New Mexico School of Nursing and is awarded after the completion of 18 credit hours as outlined below. The FNP certificate is focused on educating students who reside and practice in the southwestern region of the United States, preparing them for national certification and employment as advanced practice FNPs committed to the same geographic region.

An earned master’s degree in nursing and active licensure as a Registered Nurse are required. Participation in the post-master’s certificate option will require in-person attendance at the WNMU campus in Truth or Consequences, NM with clinical agency experiences throughout the region.