Accreditation: The program should be accredited by a recognized accrediting agency, such as the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
Program length: The program should be designed to be completed in a reasonable amount of time. Most online MSN FNP programs can be completed in 2-3 years.
Curriculum: The program should offer a comprehensive curriculum that covers the core competencies of the MSN FNP role.