Family Nurse Practitioner Program in Georgia - GA

By Lindsay Maddox, allied health world contributing writer
Published: January, 6 2011

The state of Georgia ranks 5th in the nation for birth rate, according to statemaster.com. With so many families created and expanded on every day, there is a continual need for family practice specialists. One option for entering the family practice field is to become one of Georgia’s family nurse practitioners.

Students enrolled in family nurse practitioner programs in Georgia come from a variety of education and career backgrounds. Fortunately, there are several different types of programs to choose from. Typically, students entering one of Georgia’s family nurse practitioner programs have earned a bachelor’s in science, hold an RN certification, and have practiced as an RN. Other students have a non-science bachelor’s. For these career-switching students, there are programs that help them fulfill their science prerequisites before transitioning into the advanced nursing program.

In addition, there are several accredited online family nurse practitioner programs in Georgia that allow individuals to further their education without interrupting their careers. These programs are as demanding as traditional MSN programs and require a significant amount of self-discipline. A list of Georgia Board of Nursing approved programs is available on the state’s website.

To become a family NP, an individual achieves a Masters of Science in Nursing. This involves coursework and clinical experience that spans two-to-four years. During this time, students receive hands-on experience to put their book knowledge to practice. Students enrolled in online programs also receive this same training, as they are matched with a local medical facility in order to complete their clinical requirements.

Family Nurse Practitioner Schools in Georgia

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University of Phoenix

[Campus]

Locations:

• Atlanta
• Jacksonville
• Duluth
• Macon
• Marietta
• McDonough
• Snellville
• Sandy Springs

Programs:

• MS in Nursing (RN Required)
• BS in Nursing (RN Required)
• MS in Nursing/Master of Health Administration

Quick Summary: At University of Phoenix, we believe everyone deserves access to higher education.

Keiser University Campus

[Campus]

Locations:

• Tallahassee

Programs:

• Nursing, BS (Online Only)
• Nursing, MS (Online Only)
• Nursing, AS

Quick Summary: Keiser University offers degrees in fields that are in high demand and provides job placement assistance to all its students and alumni.

South University - Campus

[Campus]

Locations:

• Savannah

Programs:

• Nurse Educator (MS)
• Family Nurse Practitioner (MS)
• Nursing (RN-MSN)

Quick Summary: As a student at South University, you will learn from accomplished faculty members who have real-world experience in the subjects that they teach. Our small class sizes allow you to receive personalized attention from instructors, and the encouragement to recognize your goals for the future and the means to achieve them.

Sanford-Brown Institute

[Campus]

Locations:

• Jacksonville

Programs:

• Nursing

Quick Summary: Turn your love of medicine into a rewarding career at Sanford-Brown Institute. Learn more today.

Everest Institute

[Campus]

Locations:

• Jonesboro

Programs:

• Patient Care Technician (Diploma)

Quick Summary: Reach your career goals with a degree or diploma from Everest Institute.