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In-Depth Degrees in Nursing to Elevate Your Skills

Explore the in-person and online nursing degree programs at North Park, including flexible graduate and post-graduate options to fit your needs.

Master’s Degrees

Direct Entry Master of Science in Nursing (DEMSN) 

  • On-ground
  • 20 Months
  • 68 Credit hours

Enter the workforce as a master’s prepared nurse with our second-degree nursing program. Develop foundational skills and competencies to become a leader in nursing care at the bedside and beyond through practicums, courses, and labs.  

MSN – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP

  • Online**
  • 32 Months
  • 46 Credit hours

Combine online coursework with real-world experience to gain the skills you need to become a nurse practitioner specializing in adult-gerontology care.

MSN – Family Nurse Practitioner

  • Online**
  • 32 Months
  • 50 Credit hours

Build confidence as a primary care provider by treating patients and developing the discernment to diagnose and refer those in need of more specialized support.

MSN – Leadership and Management

  • Online**
  • 16 Months
  • 32 Credit hours

Learn to respond to the needs of today’s healthcare system as you expand your knowledge to encompass a wide range of leadership and management competencies as a nurse.

Doctorate Degrees

BSN to DNP – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

  • Online
  • As Few As 42 Months
  • 68 Credit hours

Deepen your clinical expertise to address complex patient conditions found across the full arc of adult health.

BSN to DNP – Executive Leader

  • Online
  • As Few As 36 Months
  • 64 Credit hours

Leap forward to a DNP degree and build the organizational authority to improve patient outcomes and drive transformative change across healthcare.

BSN to DNP – Family Nurse Practitioner

  • Online
  • As Few As 42 Months
  • 72 Credit hours

Advance directly to a doctoral degree and develop the clinical competencies needed to diagnose and treat conditions in primary care settings.

Direct Entry MSN to DNP – Executive Leader

  • Online
  • As Few As 36 Months
  • 58 Credit hours

Transform healthcare organizations as a nurse leader with expertise and authority to improve outcomes at the individual and system levels.

MSN to DNP – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

  • Online
  • As Few As 36 Months
  • 62 Credit hours

Establish doctoral-level expertise and prepare for APRN licensure to assess and treat complex conditions as they evolve over time.

MSN to DNP – Family Nurse Practitioner

  • Online
  • As Few As 36 Months
  • 66 Credit hours

Bring your nursing education to the highest level and prepare for APRN licensure to diagnose and treat patients independently as an FNP.

MSN to DNP – Executive Leader

  • Online
  • 20 Months
  • 33 Credit hours

Gain the valuable skills necessary to meet the demands of today’s healthcare system as an innovative problem-solver and culturally sensitive leader.

Post-Graduate Certificates

Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
Post-Graduate Certificate

  • Online**
  • 20-32 Months***
  • 37 Credit hours

Prepare to meet demand for specialized nurse practitioners who understand the needs of the aging population. 

Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Post-Graduate Certificate

  • Online**
  • 20-32 Months***
  • 41 Credit hours

Gain the skills needed to provide patient-centered primary care as a nurse practitioner focusing on health promotion and disease prevention. 

Discover North Park’s Pathways to a DNP

North Park offers multiple avenues for a working nurse to earn a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree, each designed to meet you where you are, with your professional goals at the forefront. Choose the BSN to DNP or MSN to DNP pathway that fits your background and prepare to become an executive leader or nurse practitioner dedicated to improving patient outcomes.

Direct Entry MSN to DNP Pathway

Direct Entry MSN graduates can also choose an MSN to DNP – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner or Family Nurse Practitioner pathway.

Healthcare and Nursing Career Outlook

You’ll graduate from North Park ready to make a difference in patients’ lives, whether as a professional providing direct patient care or a leader in a healthcare organization. Our graduates work in hospitals, clinics, home health care agencies, private practice, and more. Learn more about relocation.

Careers in this sector are growing at a rapid pace. For example, demand for medical and health services managers is expected to grow 29% between 2023 and 2033.1

Registered Nurse

$93,600

per year2

Nurse Practitioner

$129,480

per year3

Careers in Healthcare and Nursing

Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

$108,831/year

Adult-gerontology nurse practitioners specialize in the care of adults or elderly patients. They assess overall health and treat chronic and acute illnesses.4

Chief Nursing Officer

$179,156/year

Chief nursing officers oversee the day-to-day operations of organizations, from budgeting to human resources. They implement policies and ensure safety and efficiency.5

Registered Nurse

$93,600/year

Registered nurses (RNs) provide and coordinate patient care and educate patients and the public about various health conditions.6

Expert Faculty Who Are Committed to Your Success

Our instructors have professional experience in their respective fields and are ready to form meaningful relationships with you as they guide and mentor you toward success. Our faculty are committed to the achievement of every student. 

Sources and Disclaimer

  1. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Medical and Health Services Managers.” Retrieved February 21, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/medical-and-health-services-managers.htm. 
  2. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Registered Nurses” Retrieved April 28, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/registered-nurses.htm.
  3. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Nurse Anesthetists, Nurse Midwives, and Nurse Practitioners.” Retrieved February 21, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/nurse-anesthetists-nurse-midwives-and-nurse-practitioners.htm.  
  4. Payscale. Average Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP) Salary. Retrieved April 28, 2025, from https://www.payscale.com/research/US/Job=Adult-Gerontology_Nurse_Practitioner_(AGNP)/Salary.
  5. Glassdoor. “Salary: Chief Nursing Officer.” Retrieved February 4, 2025, from https://www.glassdoor.com/Career/chief-nursing-officer-career_KO0.21.htm.  
  6. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Registered Nurses.” Retrieved February 21, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/registered-nurses.htm.

*Each state/jurisdiction has unique educational and prerequisite requirements that candidates must meet in order to obtain licensure or certification. For more information, please visit the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) website.

**Online: 100% online coursework with on-site skills immersion at North Park

***Certificates: 20 months to completion applies to APRN-certified & licensed students following a gap analysis of the official transcript.