Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)
Duration: 2 Year(s)
The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), Galveston
Galveston, Texas, USA
Course TypeMaster
Course Specialty
General Nursing
Overview
The Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) specialization at UTMB prepares registered nurses to become expert advanced practice clinicians focused on the healthcare needs of neonates, particularly those in NICU and delivery settings. The track combines advanced coursework in neonatal physiology, advanced health assessment, pharmacology, neonatal diagnostics, and professional nursing roles with substantial clinical practicum experiences across neonatal care environments. Students develop competencies in evidence-based clinical decision-making, risk assessment, interdisciplinary collaboration, family-centered care, and quality improvement. Graduates are eligible to sit for national certification through the National Certification Corporation (NCC) as NNPs upon completion.
Admission Intake
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Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
No formal stipend is provided as part of the core degree; students may pursue external scholarships or institutional financial aid independently.
Accomodation:
As Per Availability
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- BSN degree from an accredited institution.
- Active, valid, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state(s) of clinical placement.
- Minimum overall GPA of 3.0 (including upper-division coursework).
- Minimum of 2 years of recent RN experience in a Level III neonatal nursery or equivalent acute care neonatal setting.
- Application documents: official transcripts, resume/CV, personal statement, and three professional references (one preferably from a clinical manager).
Minimum Education
BSc Nursing
Admission Process:
- Review NNP track admission requirements and eligibility on the UTMB School of Nursing website.
- Prepare required application materials: official transcripts, BSN verification, resume/CV, personal statement, and references.
- Submit application through the School of Nursing admissions portal by the specified deadline.
- Provide documentation of RN licensure and clinical experience in neonatal care.
- Applications are reviewed by the admissions committee; selected applicants may be contacted for interview or additional evaluation.
- Admission decisions are communicated; accepted students complete enrollment steps including orientation and clinical placement coordination.
