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In nursing, three letters on your name tag can make a world of difference. Regis College’s online Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) program, part of the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), can do more than help you establish your reputation as an expert in health care; it can help you master every aspect of pediatric patient care.

The U.S. Census Bureau estimates that by 2030 there will be 75.7 million children in the U.S., while the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) reports that only about 3% of nurse practitioners (NPs) are certified as PNPs , creating a critical shortage. Our online MSN PNP program is designed to help future advanced practice nurses enhance their knowledge, hone their skills, and meet the demand for advanced care for children and their families — all without interrupting their career.

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Credits: 39-63

Courses: 19

Duration: 26-38 months

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December 8, 2025

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January 5, 2026

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Why Choose Regis for Your Online PNP Program?

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100% online, flexible learning environment

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Complete in as few as 26-38 months

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Qualify to sit for PNCB certification

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Our students had an 83% overall 2019 NP exam pass rate*

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Transfer credits accepted

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*Based on Regis online and on-campus NP exam pass rates

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Benefits of an Online Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Program

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In as little as 26 months, students in the online MSN PNP program at Regis College can earn their degree and prepare for advanced pediatric nursing roles.

The Pediatric Nurse Practitioner program prioritizes flexibility, allowing you to complete your coursework online while meeting clinical requirements in your area — an ideal arrangement for nursing professionals with busy lives.

As part of our inclusive approach to nursing education, we also offer three entry points to the online PNP program, allowing us to meet learners where they are in their academic journey:

Associate Degree in Nursing to MSN
Non-Nursing Bachelor’s to MSN
Bachelor of Science in Nursing to MSN

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Master’s Programs Guide ranked Regis #16 in 50 Best Online Master of Science in Nursing Programs.

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Regis College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education

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Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)

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Ranked among the Top 25 Fastest-Growing Colleges by The Business Journals

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Nurse Practitioner Online ranked three Regis NP programs among the best nationally for 2025: PNP MSN (No. 1), Post-Master’s NP Certificates (No. 1), and WHNP MSN (No. 2)

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U.S. News & World Report ranks Regis College #89 among Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs

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U.S. News & World Report ranks Regis College #25 among Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs for Veterans

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What Can You Do with an Online PNP Degree?

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Treating children requires PNPs to be especially observant, as children are not always able to effectively communicate their health issues. PNPs interact with family members more than any other caregiving discipline and perform a wide range of duties, including:

Diagnosing, treating, and managing pediatric illnesses
Evaluating childhood growth patterns
Designing home care plans for families of children with special needs
Providing caregiver education about conditions and development

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Where Do Pediatric Nurse Practitioners Work?

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Like all nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners are in high demand due to changes in health care law, rising standards in primary care, and the need to replace retiring nurses. That means pediatric nurse degree holders can pursue a wealth of opportunities and take their expertise to a variety of work settings, including:

Hospital Outpatient Clinics
Outpatient Pediatric Specialty Clinics
Primary Care (school-based clinics, health departments, community clinics, and private primary care practices)
Pediatric Primary Care Mental Health
Physician Offices
Universities

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What Is the Typical Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Salary?

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Due to their expertise and the high demand for their services, pediatric nurse practitioners can earn competitive salaries.

The median annual salary for a pediatric nurse practitioner was approximately $96,300 in March 2023, according to Payscale. Several factors, such as setting and level of experience, can affect individual salaries.

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Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Job Outlook

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Nurse practitioners benefit from a strong job outlook. Fueled by growing demand for primary and preventive care, employment of nurse practitioners is projected to grow by 46% from 2021 to 2031, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). That translates into more than 112,000 new nurse practitioner jobs.

Additionally, a critical shortage in the number of PNPs, as reported by the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, means job opportunities for RNs trained as pediatric NPs will be plentiful.

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The online MSN is a virtual extension of our highly regarded on campus program, one of the largest nurse practitioner programs in Massachusetts. The Regis School of Nursing was the first in New England to be designated a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education and is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nursing.

At Regis, we work directly with active nursing professionals, which means our PNP program incorporates insider perspective on the leadership qualities the field demands to help you build those skills. With our MSN, you can develop important leadership qualities, such as critical thinking, professional and interpersonal communication, effective decision-making, patience, and more.

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Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Careers

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Work with newborns, infants, toddlers, and adolescents. Provide specialized levels of care.

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Since the stages of child development are significantly different from those of adults, pediatrics is a specialized field that requires advanced knowledge of child growth and how medical treatments may affect it. Pediatric nurse practitioners (PNPs) specialize in delivering health care to individuals younger than 21 years old. It’s an incredibly rewarding career, often requiring a bit of playfulness and a lot of patience. PNPs typically deliver service under physician management. However, some operate their own private practices. They diagnose illnesses, may prescribe medication in many states, and perform annual checkups, in addition to requisitioning patient testing and consulting with clients and their family members.

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PNPs are in demand

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The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) reports that as of May 2021, there were 325,000 licensed nurse practitioners in the U.S., however only an estimated 3.2% of NPs are educated and certified as PNPs. With a rising demand for more nurse practitioners and few certified as PNPs, there are insufficient numbers of qualified professionals to address the complex health care needs of the nation’s children.*

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of children living in the U.S. is projected to increase from 74 million to 76.3 million between 2016 and 2030. This increase is expected to further intensify the need for pediatric nurse practitioners.

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Assessing growth patterns
Evaluating developmental milestones and educating parents about normal growth and development
Eliciting comprehensive health histories
Ordering and interpreting common laboratory and other diagnostic tests
Diagnosing and treating common acute illnesses
Prescribing medication
Ordering immunizations
Performing physical examinations, including school physicals, preparticipation sports physicals, and general well-child exams
Providing anticipatory guidance

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Pediatric offices
Private caregiving practice groups
Community hospitals
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School-based health centers
Community youth services
Surgical theatres
Pediatric oncology units
Medically underserved and rural practice settings

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The top clinical focus areas for PNPs are pediatrics and pediatrics in subspecialty and primary care.
The top practice settings for PNPs are hospital outpatient clinics, private group practices and hospital inpatient units.
The top diagnoses PNPs reported treating were abdominal pain, migraines and otitis media.

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Online Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Program Curriculum

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We’re here to support you. With several levels of student support, no GRE requirements, and a flexible learning environment, we’re breaking down barriers that often prevent bright minds from reaching their full potential in advanced practice.

The online Pediatric Nurse Practitioner program incorporates core MSN classes along with specialized coursework focused on pediatric care. You’ll study advanced health assessment, community-based nursing, and nurse leadership during the core curriculum, which also incorporates clinical hours. The pediatrics curriculum trains aspiring nurse practitioners in the primary care of the child through coursework and clinical seminars. You can also choose from several electives, such as Advanced Psychopharmacology and Care of the Childbearing Woman.

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We’re here to educate and support you. With several degrees of student support, no GRE requirements, and a flexible learning environment, we’re breaking down barriers that often prevent bright minds from reaching their full potential in advanced practice. Our inclusive approach to pediatric practice starts with three entry points:

Associate Degree in Nursing to MSN

Associate Degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited institution and accredited program
Must complete a college-level statistics course prior to the start of classes
Active unencumbered RN license
General education courses may be required, depending on your prior undergraduate coursework

Non-Nursing Bachelor’s to MSN

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education
Must complete a college-level statistics course prior to the start of classes
Active unencumbered RN license
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
General education courses are not required due to prior bachelor’s degree.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing to MSN

Bachelor’s degree in nursing from a regionally accredited nursing program
Must complete a college-level statistics course prior to the start of classes
Active unencumbered RN license

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MSN Core Curriculum Includes:

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NU 304 Health Assessment

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This course teaches the student to assess the health status of clients of any age in any setting. Students incorporate knowledge attained in the prerequisite courses, Introductory and Developmental Psychology, Sociology, Anatomy and Physiology, Chemistry, and Microbiology. The student learns verbal and non-verbal communication techniques used in obtaining a health history and the written communication techniques used in documenting the health assessment. Students acquire the basic psychomotor skills of inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation necessary when performing a physical examination. The effects of age, gender, culture, religion, socioeconomic status, lifestyle, and adaptation are identified.

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NU 629 Health Promotion - Disease Prevention

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This course will address health promotion and disease prevention across the lifespan. The focus will be in developing, evaluating, and educating populations on preventative health care behaviors. Populations served, including vulnerable populations, will be discussed in relation to how advanced practice nurses shape the development of community-based care and population-based systems delivery programs. Students will analyze the impact of social, cultural, ecological, and systems of care delivery factors on healthcare disparities across population groups. Emphasis is on application of sociocultural, nursing theories, and methods to analyze healthcare phenomena as an advanced practice nurse.

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NU 403 Evidence for Nursing Practice

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This course focuses on the translation of current evidence into nursing practice, including the identification of practice issues, appraisal and integration of evidence, and the evaluation of outcomes (AACN, 2008). Students develop the skills necessary for understanding, evaluating, and applying evidence in transforming nursing practice. Activities include in-depth study of the research process as it relates to the critique and evaluation of research, the synthesis of nursing research in the development of a review of the literature, and the dissemination of research findings.

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NU 631 The Scientific Inquiry for Evidence-Based Practice

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The Scientific Inquiry for Evidence-Based Practice course will explore the conceptual, theoretical, and ethical foundations of nursing. The course will focus on the research process and application of evidence to nursing practice. During this course students identify a practice problem according to its relevance to the professional practice of nursing or advanced clinical practice. The primary focus of this course is on understanding research methods as they pertain to evidence-based practice. During the course students will complete an evidence-based practice proposal.

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NU 404 Concepts and Challenges in Professional Practice

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This is an introductory course to explore the role of the professional nurse in the ever-changing healthcare system with a view to empowering and solidifying that role. Students explore the challenges and opportunities inherent in professional nursing including but not limited to advances in nursing practice and role development, the increased use of technology in practice, ethics and legal issues in practice, concepts critical to leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration and systems thinking, and the increasing role of theory and research in advancing the profession and providing quality, safe patient care. Activities include values clarification, portfolio development, seminar leadership, group activities, and/or online discussions.

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HP 609 Health Policy, Politics and Perspectives

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This course examines U.S. health care policy and the political challenges related to delivery, cost, quality, and access to care. The course is in seminar format which allows students to observe the policy-making process and the role of government and private stakeholders in the financing and delivery of services through a field experience attending health policy-related events and meetings.

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NU 641 Advanced Clinical Pharmacology

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This course is required for students in the Nurse Practitioner Advanced Graduate Program. Course content addresses pharmacological interventions for disease categories and expands the foundation in pharmacotherapeutics necessary for nurse practitioners in clinical practice. This course is designed to prepare students for the role of prescriber based on national guidelines and evidence-based practice.

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NU 510 Community-Based Nursing

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The role of the professional nurse in the primary level of health care is explored. Using client models, students implement the nursing process and adaptation model to plan therapeutic nursing interventions for individuals, families, and groups in a variety of community settings. In addition, the course will focus on community assessment, communication, critical thinking and decision-making skills, teaching, epidemiology, research utilization, group process, and other strategies used in community health. Students will develop competence in a clinical practice setting. Prerequisites: NU 304 and NU 403

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NU 650 Advanced Health Assessment

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The Advanced Health Assessment course is developed for the nurse practitioner student. Students incorporate, apply and adapt assessment skills appropriate to all ages in a primary care setting. Using critical thinking skills, students analyze assessment data toward differential diagnosis and determine the need for additional assessment information such as laboratory data, specialty referral and diagnostic testing. Students are required to apply history and physical assessment skills on a weekly basis. Written communication of the weekly history and physical examination as well as data analysis and problem list development is required. The effects of age, gender, culture, religion, socioeconomic status, locus of control, lifestyle and risk factors are considered in developing a baseline for therapeutic nursing intervention by the nurse in advanced practice.

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NU 601 Nursing Theory

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This course focuses on the historical development of theory from the perspective of nursing science. Nursing theory and its relationship to research and evidenced-based nursing practice, as well as approaches to theory construction are explored. Students will analyze selected concepts, the building blocks of theories. Students will critique specific nursing theories in relation to their own belief systems, examining the concepts of the major paradigms within the discipline of nursing as well as other human science disciplines. Early "grand nursing theories" and "mid-range nursing theories" more recently developed will be evaluated. Emphasis will be on understanding individual nursing theories and borrowed theories from other disciplines and their application to nursing practice, nursing research, nursing leadership, and nursing education.

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NU 668 Roles and Issues in APN

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This course focuses on the role and scope of practice of the advanced practice nurse. Professional licensure, credentialing and requirements for prescriptive privileges are addressed. In a hybrid format, course content focuses on legal and ethical standards of care and professional competencies for entry into advanced practice in the primary care setting. The course includes current and projected trends in primary practice as they affect nurses in advanced practice.

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NU 605 Concepts in Nurse Leadership

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This course focuses on issues of leadership role development in professional nursing. Using role theory, students will explore concepts of role mastery, congruence and conflict as well as the role of nursing leadership in the broader organizational context. Emphasis in NU 605 is on the analysis of leadership and related theories as these apply to the individual practice of the nurse leader.

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NU 606 Advanced Pathophysiology

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This course will provide an in-depth study of the concepts of the science of pathology for graduate nursing students. It will cover the physiological causes and development of diseases; functional and secondary changes they cause; and their course, complications, and appropriate treatments. Specific examples of disease states throughout the lifespan will be evaluated. The course will treat all levels of pathology from molecular to cellular, tissue, organ, and organ systems, emphasizing the role of homeostasis and the ensuing disturbances, which lead to disease conditions.

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NU 664A Clinical Concentration Course – Primary Care of the Child I

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This course integrates concepts from concurrent courses in pharmacology, pathophysiology, and health assessment with nursing theory, process, and research. It will foster development of skills in decision making and clinical management of children. Discussions will focus on issues of health, policy, organizational issues, access to care, and advanced professional practice as they relate to the pediatric client.

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NU 665A-X Clinical Concentration Seminar – Primary Care of the Child II (300 Clinical Hours)

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Classroom learning from course NU 665A is applied in supervised clinical preceptorship experiences of 300 hours.

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NU 675A-X Final NP Clinical Immersion Course (200 Clinical Hours)

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This final course in the NP curriculum is an immersive clinical practice experience meant to synthesize the knowledge gained in all previous courses in the curriculum to demonstrate the integration of the program competencies and role-specific competencies in preparing the student for NP practice in their specialization. Supervised clinical preceptorship experience of at least 200 hours.

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NU 664A-X Clinical Concentration Seminar – Primary Care of the Child I (300 Clinical Hours)

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Classroom learning of NU-664A is applied in supervised clinical preceptorship experiences of 300 hours.

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NU 665A Clinical Concentration Course – Primary Care of the Child II

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This is the second course in primary care of the child. This course continues the development of skills in decision making and clinical management of children.

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NU 635 Complementary Therapy

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This course provides an objective introductory perspective on the newly emerging field of Complementary/Alternative Modalities (CAM). It examines the traditional, biomedical, and nursing theoretical bases for CAM. It critically examines available research and offers empirical evidence that will allow the nurse to act as a teacher and advocate for the client as well as to assume a leadership and management role on the interdisciplinary team. While the course explores a range of modalities and systems, it focuses in-depth on those clearly within the domain of nursing practice.

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NU 643 Advanced Psychopharmacology

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This course focuses on developing knowledge and skills in the safe and effective use of medication for psychiatric mental health problems in populations across the lifespan. The curriculum integrates knowledge from previous courses such as pharmacology, pathophysiology, and health assessment and complements the Psychiatric Mental Health curriculum. Course content addresses psychopharmacological interventions for disease categories and expands the foundation in pyschopharmacotherapeutics necessary for nurse practitioners in clinical practice. This course is designed to prepare students for the role of prescriber based on national guidelines and evidence-based practice. Prerequisite: NU 641

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NU 661 Care of the Childbearing Woman

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This course integrates concepts from courses in pharmacology, pathophysiology, and health assessment with nursing theory, process, and research. It fosters development of skills in assessment, problem identification in decision making and clinical management of obstetrical client through the childbearing process. Discussions focus on health promotion, organizational issues, access to care, and advanced professional practice as they relate to the obstetrical client. Classroom learning is applied in supervised clinical preceptorship experiences associated with NU 664A/B/D or NU 665 A/B/D.

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NU 670 Seminar in Teaching and Learning Nurse Educators (24 field work hours)

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This course provides an overview of various components involved in the dynamic of teaching/learning: philosophy, educational psychology, curriculum, methodology, evaluation, and assessment. Emphasis is placed on the development of the nurse educator as a reflective practitioner. Students will discuss social, ethical, legal, and professional issues related to current and future student populations. Classroom learning is applied in a practicum experiences of 25 hours.

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Online Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Program Admission Requirements

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Registered Nurse with Associate Degree Entry or Registered Nurse with Non-Nursing Bachelor’s Degree Entry:

An Associate Degree in Nursing or a non-nursing bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education
Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA preferred
Active unencumbered RN license
Complete 15 bridge credit hours with a B or better
Must complete a college-level statistics course prior to the start of classes
For RNs with Associate Degree in Nursing, general education courses may be required, depending on student’s prior undergraduate coursework

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Registered Nurse with Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Entry:

A Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from a regionally accredited institution and accredited program
Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA preferred
Active unencumbered RN license
Must complete a college-level statistics course prior to the start of classes

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Online PNP Program Application Requirements

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You can begin your application process today. To get started you will need to submit the following:

Application form
Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
Proof of active unencumbered RN license
Current resume
Statement of purpose
Two letters of recommendation

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About Regis

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As a leader in education, Regis is dedicated to offering programs with a holistic view of health care that are designed for the future of the field. Through cutting-edge coursework, industry-active faculty members, and an array of majors and graduate programs, Regis has been able to positively impact the educational community, health care landscape, and personal lives of students nationwide.

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When you choose Regis, you join a close-knit community with big university benefits. As a Regis student, you have the opportunity to build a solid health care foundation, lasting professional connections, and the specialized expertise you need to expand your skills and perspective. Prepare to enter in-demand fields such as nursing and health administration confidently with an education of the highest caliber.

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Helen Fox-McCloy, DNP, MSN, CPNP

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Check out this video to hear about Dr. Helen Fox-McCloy’s career experience, why she’s passionate about pediatrics, and what makes Regis College a top choice for nursing students.

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Will my degree say "online?"

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All degrees conferred by Regis College adhere to the same rigorous academic standards. As such, the degree will not state that it was earned online, and will be regarded by employers in the same fashion as any degree, earned on campus.

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What makes Regis' online Master of Science in Nursing unique from other programs?

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Regis is a leading Catholic university in Greater Boston that has been preparing students for success in an evolving, global world since 1927. Our distinguished and personable faculty prepare nurses with a values-based education integrated with cutting-edge technology and industry-focused curriculum in a wide variety of high-demand and niche specializations.

With a focus on holistic patient-centered care, our online MSN program incorporates insider perspectives on the leadership qualities the field demands to help you build the skills you’ll need to positively affect the field.

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What are the benefits of becoming a nurse practitioner through the online MSN program?

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NPs have greater control over their professional practice and patient outcomes and may benefit from competitive salaries. Many NPs practice independently in some states with prescriptive authority and are being granted more autonomy nationwide.

Additionally, the health care industry is facing a nationwide shortage of physicians and a rising need for primary care, particularly during the pandemic. Preparing to become an NP helps nurses hone their skills to deliver the best patient care and outcomes in an industry that continually emphasizes the need to attain ongoing and advanced education.

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I don’t have a bachelor's degree in nursing. What entry tracks are offered for the online MSN program?

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The program allows three points of entry, providing flexibility to our students:

RN with Associate Degree (ADN to MSN)
RN with Non-Nursing Bachelor’s Degree (Bachelor’s to MSN)
RN with Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree (BSN to MSN)

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Do I need clinical experience before entering the program?

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No, this program allows for ADNs, non-bachelor’s, and BSN nurses to transition directly into the online MSN program as long as they hold a valid, active and unencumbered RN license.

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What is the duration of the online MSN program?

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Depending on your entry point, you may complete your online MSN degree in as few as:

36 months – RN with Associate Degree (ADN to MSN)

36 months – RN with Non-Nursing Bachelor’s Degree (Bachelor’s to MSN)

28 months – RN with Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree (BSN to MSN)

*Final curriculum will be decided on individual basis, including potential transfer credits

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How many credits are earned through the online Master of Science in Nursing degree?

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Depending on your entry point and chosen specialization, the number of credits earned through the online MSN degree may vary:

RN with Associate Degree (ADN to MSN): 61 credits/PMHNP 64 credits

RN with Non-Nursing Bachelor’s Degree (Bachelor’s to MSN): 61 credits/PMHNP 64 credits

RN with Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree (BSN to MSN): 46 credits/PMHNP 49 credits

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What is the cost of the program?

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$1025 per credit hour

Application fee: $75

More information about online graduate nursing program tuition and fees, financial aid, payment options, etc., can be found here.

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Can I transfer credits that I earned from another graduate program?

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Yes. You may be eligible to transfer up to 9 graduate credits from a regionally accredited institution and accredited program. Three credits each, final grade of a B- or better. Have more questions? Speak with an admissions advisor to learn more.

*Conditions may apply

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Is Regis accredited?

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Yes. Regis College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (formerly the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc.). Regis’ online and on-campus nursing programs are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).

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Am I required to take the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) to apply?

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No. We do not require a GRE score to apply to our online graduate nursing programs.

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How do I know what classes to take each semester?

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Each student is assigned an advisor who will review each student’s program sequence, outlining the courses to take in each semester.

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What type of support services are available to me?

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We’re here to help you excel. Our student services team and faculty are available to answer your questions in a supportive environment and can connect you to the resources you need.

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What are the clinical requirements for the online MSN program?

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Online MSN students will typically complete between 664 and 724 hours of clinical practice, depending on your entry point.

Students have an option to space out clinical hours over 2-4 semesters, with approval from the program director.

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Will I be assisted in securing clinical placements?

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Students will have a role in finding their own placements; however, students may have additional assistance from our clinical coordinators.

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Can I complete my practicum hours at my current job?

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We encourage students to find clinical practicum locations outside of their current workplace. With faculty approval, you may be able to complete practicum hours at your work.

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What if I hold a nursing license in another state/country?

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Your current, unrestricted RN nursing license can be from any of the states found listed here. Prospective graduate nursing students should review state licensure requirements prior to applying to or enrolling in any of Regis College’s programs.

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Will I need to come to campus during the program?

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No campus visit required. The online graduate nursing programs at Regis can be completed 100% online.

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Can I complete the program while still working?

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Many of our students continue to work while in our program, although each student’s needs vary in work-life balance and availability of clinical practicum.

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Do you offer tuition assistance to online students?*

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Regis is proud to offer a 10% tuition discount on fully online programs for employees, members, and spouses of employees of our partner organizations.*

Regis College aims to help military, veterans, and their families to further their education. This is why we offer a 15% tuition discount to all active and reserve military, veterans, and military spouses for our online programs.

We’re also pleased to offer 15% off tuition on online programs to all federal government employees and their spouses, working in any federal department.

A 10% Alumni discount is available to anyone who has graduated from Regis with a degree, excluding those who only received a certificate from Regis.

Two levels of graduate assistantships are offered at Regis, giving online students the unique experience of gaining valuable professional skills while benefiting from financial aid opportunities.**

*Some exceptions apply. The Regis partnership discount cannot be combined with any other discount or scholarship offered by Regis.

**Graduate Assistantships are available to graduate students who are enrolled in a minimum of six credits within their graduate program and maintain a 3.0 GPA.

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Tuition and Fees

$1025

Per credit hour

$100-$300

Estimated cost of textbooks per course

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Ways to Save on Your Online Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Program Tuition

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Employee Discounts
Regis partner employees can receive a discount on their tuition. Find out if your employer is a partner.

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Federal & Military Discounts
Federal government employees as well as active and reserve military and veterans are eligible for a 15% discount on tuition. Find out more.

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Alumni Discounts
Regis alumni who have earned a previous degree from Regis are eligible for a 10% discount on tuition. Speak to an advisor for more information.

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