MSN – Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)

The curriculum is much more "medical" and focused on clinical decision-making.

Advanced Pathophysiology: Studying the deep biological mechanisms of how diseases affect the human body at a cellular level.

Advanced Pharmacology: Focuses on prescribing drugs, managing long-term medication plans, and understanding complex drug-drug interactions.

Advanced Physical Assessment: Learning "Head-to-Toe" diagnostic techniques used by physicians to find hidden symptoms.

Lifespan Health Promotion: How to keep patients healthy from birth (Pediatrics) through old age (Geriatrics).

Clinical Practicum (600+ Hours): You work in a real clinic under the supervision of a Doctor or an experienced NP, acting as the primary provider for patients.

Healthcare Policy & Ethics: Understanding the laws of the US healthcare system and how to lead a medical team.