Nursing - Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner
The Specialized Master in Nursing with a focus on Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner at the University of Michigan provides an advanced program for students seeking comprehensive training in family healthcare. The curriculum emphasizes patient assessment, preventive care, chronic disease management, and evidence based interventions across the lifespan. Students participate in clinical rotations, simulation exercises, and applied research, developing skills necessary to deliver high quality healthcare to individuals and families. This program cultivates both clinical expertise and research proficiency, equipping graduates to excel in family nurse practitioner roles and healthcare leadership.
Learners engage in a rigorous academic environment where theory, practice, and research intersect. The curriculum offers opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration, advanced clinical practice, and applied research in family health. Through mentorship, seminars, and hands on patient care experiences, students refine diagnostic reasoning, patient management, and communication skills. With a focus on evidence based practice and professional development, the program prepares graduates to provide holistic care, lead healthcare initiatives, and contribute to improved patient outcomes across communities.
Key information
Key Facts
- Program Title: Nursing - Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner
- Degree Type: S. Master
- Duration: 2 years
- Mode of Study: Full-time, On Campus
- Application Deadline: 01 May 2026
- Location: University of Michigan, United States
- Field of Study: Nursing
- Language of Instruction: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 - Foundations in Family Nursing
• Health Assessment Across the Lifespan
• Advanced Pathophysiology
• Pharmacology for Primary Care
• Patient Centered Care Practices
Semester 2 - Clinical Practice and Applied Research
• Preventive and Chronic Disease Management
• Clinical Simulation and Laboratory Training
• Family Healthcare Interventions
• Research Methods in Nursing
Semester 3 - Advanced Family Care
• Acute and Chronic Care Management
• Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
• Clinical Rotations in Diverse Settings
• Elective in Family Nursing Topics
Semester 4 - Capstone and Professional Development
• Master’s Project or Clinical Capstone
• Advanced Clinical Decision Making
• Leadership in Family Healthcare
• Professional Skills and Career Preparation
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program acquire advanced clinical, analytical, and patient management skills that prepare them for careers as family nurse practitioners, clinical educators, healthcare administrators, and primary care researchers. They gain expertise in assessment, treatment planning, and evidence based care, enabling them to provide comprehensive healthcare to patients across all age groups. The program also prepares graduates for roles in community health, hospital leadership, policy advocacy, and applied research. Graduates leave equipped to lead healthcare teams, enhance patient outcomes, and influence primary care practices at local and national levels.
Why Choose This Program
This program is ideal for students seeking a curriculum that integrates advanced family nursing with applied clinical practice, offering opportunities for hands on patient care, research projects, and faculty mentorship. Learners benefit from interdisciplinary collaboration, clinical rotations, and applied training that strengthen diagnostic, management, and leadership skills. The curriculum emphasizes evidence based practice, ethical standards, and professional development, preparing graduates to address complex healthcare challenges and deliver high quality care across populations. With its focus on clinical excellence and professional competency, the program provides a comprehensive academic and clinical environment for students aspiring to advanced roles in family healthcare.
Contact Information
For further information, please contact the admissions office at:
Phone: 734-764-8129
Email: rackadmis@umich.edu
Address: Graduate Admissions Office, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, USA
