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Online Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Program (WHNP)

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Are you a working nurse interested in becoming a nurse practitioner (NP) specializing in women’s primary care? Regis College’s online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a focus in Women’s Health Nursing Practice (WHNP) can help you take that next step.

Advance your career to a new level as you learn to care for women’s unique health needs from preadolescence through postmenopause. Our online Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner program prepares you to help women with sexual health, pregnancy, childbirth, postnatal care, wellness examinations, family planning, and health issues common among women, such as breast cancer and osteoporosis.

Designed to be inclusive with three available entry points (Associate Degree in Nursing to MSN, Non-Nursing Bachelor’s to MSN, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing to MSN), the program’s industry-relevant coursework can help you learn how to promote overall health for women through nurse management or advanced practice.

What can you do with an advanced women’s health nursing degree?
Where do women’s health nurse practitioners work?

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Credits: 39-63

Courses: 19

Duration: 26-38 months

Application Deadline:
December 8, 2025

Upcoming Start Date:
January 5, 2026

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Why Choose Regis for Your Online WHNP Program?

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Transfer credits accepted
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Complete in as few as 26-38 months
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Qualify to sit for ANCC certification
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At 100%, our NP exam pass rates exceed national average*
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*Based on Regis online and on-campus NP exam pass rates
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A Virtual Extension of Our Highly Regarded On-Campus Program

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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. That means we have an insider’s perspective on the leadership qualities the field demands, and we design our courses to build those skills. While other schools eliminate women’s health concentrations, we’re taking our WHNP specialization to the virtual classroom to help expand nursing expertise and leadership with this population.

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Benefits of an Online Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Program

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Like all nurses, you’re busy. Trying to earn a master’s degree while working and balancing personal and family commitments can be challenging. When you choose the online WHNP program at Regis, you can earn an advanced degree while still having time for other priorities.

  • Take the same high-quality courses and learn from the same expert faculty as our on-campus program.
  • Enjoy the flexibility to complete coursework on your schedule, when and where it’s convenient for you.
  • Make personal connections as you engage with faculty and peers.
  • Get the individual attention and support you need to succeed.
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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 a WHNP Online Program Degree?

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As a women’s health nurse practitioner, you can provide the vital services and counseling women need to maintain their health. Our online WHNP-focused MSN can help you develop the skills to undertake a variety of duties, including:

  • Delivering primary care to women
  • Providing family planning assistance and counseling
  • Conducting wellness examinations, such as Pap smears, mammograms, and sexual health screenings
  • Interpreting medical histories
  • Delivering prenatal care through supplements and monitoring
  • Diagnosing acute illnesses and developing treatment plans

Women’s health addresses a broad spectrum of issues and illnesses. Should you wish to narrow your focus even further, you can specialize beyond general women’s health upon graduation. Options for increased specialization include:

  • Cardiovascular care
  • Geriatric care
  • Oncology
  • Women’s primary care
  • Gynecological care
  • Childbirth and delivery issues
  • Reproductive health
  • Puberty and menopause
  • Antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum issues
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Where Do Women’s Health Nurse Practitioners Work?

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Today’s changing health care industry means that women’s health nurse practitioners can apply their skills in a wide range of settings. Our online WHNP program can prepare you to work in:

  • Hospitals
  • OB-GYN clinics
  • Family planning clinics
  • Women’s health clinics
  • Prenatal clinics
  • Women’s prisons
  • Private practices
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What Is the Typical Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Salary?

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The median annual salary for a women’s health nurse practitioner was about $98,500 as of February 2023, according to Payscale. This is roughly 26% higher than the median salary of $77,600 for registered nurses (RNs). Several factors can influence a women’s health nurse practitioner’s salary, including their level of experience, education, and the setting in which they work.
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Online Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Program Job Outlook

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Employment of nurse practitioners is projected to grow by an extraordinary 46% from 2021 to 2031, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This growth will result in the addition of nearly 113,000 new jobs.

Factors driving growth in this sector are an expected increase in the demand for health care services, a greater emphasis on preventive care, and the expected health care demands of an aging population. Furthermore, advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) are increasingly becoming accepted as a primary source of health care, capable of performing many of the same services as physicians.

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WATCH THE WHNP PROGRAM OVERVIEW VIDEO:

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Check out this video overview of the online Master of Science in Nursing WHNP program and get to know the WHNP Online Program Director, Lawana Brown, MSN, WHNP-BC.
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Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Careers

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Assess, treat and diagnose the specialized health needs of women across their life cycle.

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Women’s health concerns are unique and vary considerably from men’s health needs. Women’s health is a particularly important area of health care, especially because the health of mothers may directly impact the health of newborns and families.

Women’s health nurse practitioners deliver comprehensive health care to women throughout their lifespan in areas pertaining to women’s health care needs, including obstetrics, gynecology, urogynecology, gynecologic oncology, infertility, and maternal/fetal medicine. Their responsibilities can include screening women for STIs, cancers, depression, domestic abuse and providing specialized care for lesbian, transgender, and menopausal women. WHNPs may also be qualified to conduct pregnancy testing, fertility evaluation, prenatal visits, and provide after-pregnancy care. WHNPs serve well as advocates for their female patients and provide ongoing education on nutrition and wellness topics.

An opportunity to work as a women’s health nurse practitioner (WHNP) could prove to be particularly rewarding as these professionals are diving deeply into the issues that women uniquely face, are taking significant steps to raise awareness, and provide better services, information and support to women across the nation.

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WHNPs 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 2.9% of NPs are educated and certified as WHNPs.

WHNPs are difficult to find, yet they are an integral segment of the American health care system – over half of the nation’s population is comprised of females.* Female patients and an aging female population, who prefer nurse practitioners and doctors who are trained in the specific health care needs of women, drive the demand for WHNPs.

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WHNP responsibilities include:

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  • Prescribing oral contraceptives
  • Consulting with patients for hormone treatments
  • Performing well-woman exams
  • Breast cancer screening and problem evaluation
  • Pap smears, HPV screening
  • Health and wellness counseling
  • Contraceptive care STD screening, treatment, and follow-up
  • Pregnancy testing
  • Preconception health, prenatal visits, and after pregnancy care
  • Fertility evaluation
  • Menopause health promotion and problem management
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Common practice settings include:

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  • OB-GYN clinics
  • Family planning clinics
  • Home health
  • Assisted living/nursing homes
  • Planned Parenthood
  • Prenatal clinics
  • Private practices
  • Infertility clinics
  • Uro-gynecology practices
  • Women’s health clinics
  • Women’s prisons
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Did You Know?*

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  • On average, full-time WHNPs reported that they see approximately 19 patients per day.
  • The top diagnoses that WHNPs treat are vaginitis, urinary tract infection and abdominal pain.
  • The top practice settings for WHNPs are private physician practices and private group practices.
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WHNP Online Program Curriculum

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We’re here to 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 leadership starts with three entry points:

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

The online Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner program curriculum builds on the skills you already have with core MSN coursework in subjects such as nurse leadership, nursing theory, community-based nursing, health promotion/disease prevention, health policy, and advanced clinical pharmacology. In addition, you’ll take WHNP-specific courses that include Care of the Childbearing Woman and clinical concentration courses and seminars in Primary Care of the Woman.

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Experience an Expertly Crafted Curriculum Taught by Our Supportive Faculty.

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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 nursing practice in women’s health starts with three available 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
  • 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 institution of higher education and accredited program
  • Must complete a college-level statistics course prior to the start of classes
  • Active unencumbered RN license
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Core MSN Courses Include:

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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 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 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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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 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 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 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 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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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 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 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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Women's Health (WHNP)

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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 664D Clinical Concentration Course – Primary Care of the Woman I
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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 women's health issues. Discussions focus on health promotion, organizational issues, access to care, and advanced professional practice as they relate to women's health.
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NU 664D-X Clinical Concentration Seminar – Primary Care of the Woman I (300 Clinical Hours)
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Classroom learning from course NU 664D is applied in supervised clinical preceptorship experiences of 300 hours.
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NU 665D Clinical Concentration Course – Primary Care of the Woman II
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This course is the second of two concentration courses focusing on developing knowledge and skill in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of the adult population with a special focus on health care for adolescent females and women. 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, problems, decision making, and clinical management of women's health issues. Discussions focus on health promotion, disease prevention, recognition and management of acute and chronic conditions, organizational issues, access to care, and advanced professional practice as they relate to caring for patients in primary care settings.
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NU 665D-X Clinical Concentration Seminar – Primary Care of the Woman II (300 Clinical Hours)
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Classroom learning from course NU 665D is applied in supervised clinical preceptorship experiences of 300 hours.
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NU 675D-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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Online Women’s Health 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 an Associate Degree in Nursing, general education courses may be required, depending on your 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 WHNP 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 closely 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 standard.
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Meet Our Faculty

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Lawana V. Brown, MSN, WHNP-BC

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Lisa Krikorian, DNP, APRN-BC, FNP, WHNP

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Frequently Asked Questions

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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?
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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 throughout 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:

  1. RN with Associate Degree (ADN to MSN)
  2. RN with Non-Nursing Bachelor’s Degree (Bachelor’s to MSN)
  3. 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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Cost Per Credit Hour:

  • $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 their 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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The online MSN student 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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Online Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Resources

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The Unique Need for Women’s Health NPs

The rapidly aging population presents challenges for the health care industry, notably a lack of enough qualified WHNPs to care for the unique needs of older women. Without a rapid increase in the number of qualified WHNPs, the industry, and women’s health, may suffer.

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The Role of the Nurse Practitioner in Women’s Health

Learn about how women’s health nurse practitioners provide essential services for women across the United States.

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Health Issues Specific to Women’s Health

While both men and women contract various conditions, some health issues affect women differently. Learn about 8 common women’s health issues.

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The Importance of Teamwork and Collaboration in Nursing

Nurses must communicate with relevant professionals about their patients’ treatment plan while also understanding the role of each assigned team member.

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What Is the Importance of Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing?

EBP enables nurses to make data-backed solutions that incorporate clinical expertise and current research into the decision-making process.

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BSN or MSN: Which Is Right for Me?

The nursing discipline features a full range of educational options, including baccalaureate, graduate, and terminal degrees.

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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 WHNP Program Tuition

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Employee Discounts
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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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Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

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Family Nurse Practitioner

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

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Adult Gerontology – Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

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Adult Gerontology – Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

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Online BSN to Doctor of Nursing Practice

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