Online Post-Master's Certificate in Family Nurse Practitioner

Want to know what to expect from UC College of Nursing’s Post-Master’s FNP online program? Hear from program director Sherry Donaworth, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, FNP-BC, FPCNA. In this video, you’ll hear Dr. Donaworth talk about the importance of clinically practicing faculty, how she prepares students for success and what you can expect to gain from the online Post-MSN FNP program.

For nurses, compassion, empathy and critical thinking go without saying. University of Cincinnati nurses build on these traits to become leaders in whichever setting they choose to work.

For over a decade, we have pioneered online nursing education across the nation. Our mission is to ensure our graduates are empowered to think critically; advocate for patients and the profession; and explore, generate and apply nursing knowledge in any setting.

The UC Difference

Affordable Quality Education:

• Payment plans available through the Bursar’s Office
• ANCC Post-MSN FNP overall certification exam pass rate of 100% in 2024*
• AANP Post-MSN FNP overall certification exam pass rate of 79% in 2024*
• Faculty are practicing nurses, up-to-date clinically
• The curriculum includes a multi-day, in-person immersion at the University of Cincinnati College of Nursing

Flexibility:

• Option to transfer credits
• Courses offered in spring, summer and fall semesters
• Asynchronous coursework

Support from Application to Graduation:

• Enrollment Services Advisor to assist with application, answering questions, and ensuring that UC is the right fit for you.
• Student Success Coordinator to help you prepare for classes, assist with registration, and get you ready for your program.
• Clinical Site Coordinator to guide you through your clinical rotations and practicum experiences.
• Program Directors oversee the operations of their program and engage with students for the duration of their studies.
• Faculty who will teach each course offer virtual office hours and provide support with your coursework.
• Financial Aid Support Staff who work exclusively with students in our online distance programs.

* ANCC certification pass rates are based on 2024 graduates. Data published 4/14/2025.

* AANP certification pass rates are based on 2024 graduates. Data published 4/24/2025.

Graduates are eligible to sit for ANCC (American Nurses Credentialing Center) or the AANP (American Academy of Nurse Practitioners) certification exam.

Federal regulations require the University of Cincinnati to publicly disclose whether completion of certain programs that lead or may lead to professional licensure or certification would meet a given state’s educational requirements for a specific professional license or certification required for employment in an occupation (regardless of whether the program is on-ground, online, or hybrid).   To learn whether a University program meets a given state’s educational requirements, please visit the University of Cincinnati State Authorization webpage.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, family nurse practitioner job growth is projected to increase by 38% through 2032 due to an interest in preventative care combined with an aging population in need of healthcare services.

A family nurse practitioner works closely with patients throughout the course of their lives, helping them reach greater wellness and happiness through health. To excel in this career field, nurses must be compassionate and dedicated to forming a bond of trust with their patients.

Where can I work as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)?

FNPs provide a wide range of healthcare services and when you get your Post-MSN FNP from University of Cincinnati, you open yourself up to a career in a wide range of settings.

FNPs can look forward to promising careers in fields such as:

• Private Practice
• Hospitals
• School Nursing
• Skilled Nursing Facilities
• Health Departments
• Rural Clinics
• Community Based Organizations
• Health Care Facilities