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Career Development Denise Alexander
Are you a nursing professional looking to elevate your career in women's health? Herzing University's latest offering might be what you are looking for. The Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) Master's Degree Program is a groundbreaking opportunity designed to equip nurses with the specialized skills needed to excel in this critical healthcare field.
Whether you hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), there's a pathway in women’s health for you to advance your career.
Women's Health Nurse Practitioners (WHNPs) are indispensable figures in healthcare, serving as advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) dedicated to the health and well-being of women. They offer a variety of healthcare services tailored to women's unique needs including obstetrics and gynecology, and preventive and educational primary care across all ages and stages of life.
By emphasizing the importance of preventive measures, WHNPs help their patients proactively manage their health and reduce the risk of future complications while being a source of knowledge that women can trust.
Upon completion of the program, graduates become eligible to sit for the Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (WHNP-BC) exam, a credential that opens doors to many career opportunities. WHNPs can work in diverse settings, including:
Their roles encompass a wide range of responsibilities, including:
There are multiple options available to you as you decide to earn a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP).
One option is to pursue a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) right from the outset. If you already possess a non-nursing bachelor's degree, you might qualify for an online MSN Direct Entry program, offering a streamlined route to your advanced nursing career.
Alternatively, you may opt to pursue an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. These undergraduate programs serve as a foundation for the WHNP specialty. Once you've obtained your undergraduate nursing degree, you'll need to successfully pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) and fulfill the requirements set forth by your state's board of nursing to begin practicing as an RN.
Herzing University's School of Nursing provides various pathways for current RNs to pursue an MSN-WHNP:
Regardless of the pathway you choose, advancing your nursing career to specialize as a WHNP opens doors to greater autonomy, expanded scope of practice and enhanced professional fulfillment.
At Herzing University, we prioritize your success and offer a range of features that set us apart as your partner in achieving your educational and career goals.
With Herzing University, you're not just embarking on an educational journey; you're joining a supportive community dedicated to empowering you to achieve your academic and professional aspirations, wherever they may lead.
Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics 2023 / Occupational Outlook Handbook 2022. BLS estimates do not represent entry-level wages and/or salaries. Multiple factors, including prior experience, age, geography market in which you want to work and degree field, will affect career outcomes and earnings. Herzing neither represents that its graduates will earn the average salaries calculated by BLS for a particular job nor guarantees that graduation from its program will result in a job, promotion, salary increase or other career growth.
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