Six Ways the Common Core is Good For Students. As the Common Core debate heats up, weâve heard a lot from policy makers, politicians, and even TV talk show hosts about the challenges posed by the new standards and whether theyâll help or hurt education.
Why a Masterâs Degree, and Why Now? The nationâs shifting health care landscape is bringing many changes to the way patients receive care, and advanced practice nurses â especially Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs) â play a vital role.
In order to become a nurse practitioner, you will need a master's or doctoral degree in nursing, as well as to be licensed and certified. Nurse practitioners need to have skills in problem solving, decision making, communication, leadership, critical thinking, resourcefulness, and compassion.