Master of Nursing – Nurse Practitioner (CNPP)
Take the next step in your nursing career with the Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program (CNPP), an online graduate-level theory and practice program that prepares you to become a Nurse Practitioner. Offered jointly by the University of Regina and Saskatchewan Polytechnic, the CNPP gives you the opportunity to access student services at both institutions. Upon completion, you’ll earn a Master of Nursing – Nurse Practitioner degree from the University of Regina. Your studies will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to write the Canadian Nurse Practitioner Examination.
To date Graduates of the Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program have a 100% pass rate on the Canadian Nurse Practitioner exam.
Nurse Practitioners (NPs) are essential members of the healthcare system, providing care in settings such as primary care clinics, nursing stations, long-term care facilities, and interprofessional healthcare teams. NPs have the authority to perform advanced health assessments, diagnose health problems, order diagnostic tests, and prescribe medications. They manage all aspects of care—from the point of entry into the healthcare system to care in the community—while also contributing to health policy development, health promotion, and illness prevention.
The CNPP builds on your baccalaureate RN practice, combining in-depth knowledge of nursing theory and clinical practice with the legal authority and autonomy of the NP role. You’ll strengthen your skills in assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation, all within the framework of primary healthcare. Key components of the program include community development, collaboration with interprofessional teams, and a strong emphasis on health promotion. You will also critically appraise and apply research, best practice guidelines, and theory relevant to advanced nursing practice.
This program is accredited by the the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS) which acknowledges that graduates will be eligible for RN(NP) licensure in Saskatchewan after successful completion of the Canadian Nurse Practitioner exam. The program has also received accreditation from the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN).
Learn more about the Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program at SaskNursingDegree.ca.
Some courses in this program include:
MNUR 800 - Foundations for Advanced Practice Nursing
The course reviews the domains of advanced practice nurse roles in Canada. An examination of the historical, philosophical, sociopolitical and economic influences develops the foundation for practice. Factors that affect role implementation and innovative models that utilize the advanced practice nurse role in primary health care are investigated.
MNUR 801 - Research for Nurse Practitioners
Evidence informed methods used in clinical practice by advanced practice nurses are examined. Critically appraise and apply research, best practice guidelines and theory relevant to advanced nursing practice. Students will develop a research question addressing an identified gap related to advanced practice nursing.
MNUR 802 - Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning
Phases of clinical judgment and various diagnostic reasoning models are explored in the context of direct patient care. Health maintenance concepts and diagnostic reasoning skills are developed. The mandatory one-week on-campus residency is designed to develop and evaluate health assessment and diagnostic reasoning skills. Lab is a 5 day on campus residency week.
MNUR 818 - Advanced Nursing Practice Leadership in Health Promotion
Advanced practice nurses will be prepared with a strong theoretical foundation in health promotion, illness prevention and maintenance of health across populations and communities. Interprofessional approaches to improve population health considering the influence of sociopolitical, environmental, economic and health concepts are included.
MNUR 810 - Transition to Advanced Practice Nursing II
Advanced nursing practice concepts are integrated into a consolidated practice education experience. Autonomy, accountability, decision-making, and critical analysis of organizational and system issues that influence advanced nursing practice are demonstrated. Knowledge translation of a piece of scholarly work completed during the program is facilitated.
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Why Study Nursing at the University of Regina?
Clinical Practicum
To complete the program, 702 clinical practical education hours are completed with qualified Nurse Practitioner preceptors in approved sites either in or outside your home community.Flexibility
This research- and practice-based program includes 11 courses, each offered online asynchronously and completed over 13 weeks. The asynchronous nature of our courses is very popular with students. The program can be taken full or part-time.One-week residency
There is a one-week residency requirement in Regina during the second semester of studies (winter term, year 1 if full time). The residency week allows you to meet other students and faculty in person and experience simulation learning.Expert professors and instructors
The program is delivered by PhD-qualified nurse leaders and nurse practitioners. Our faculty members have received national and international recognition.Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program Frequently Asked Questions
You will apply to the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research at the University of Regina. Visit the step-by-step Application Guide for information.
Applicants must meet the entrance requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research and be licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in a Canadian province or territory. In addition, you must:
- Have an overall grade point average of 75 per cent or more in the last 60 credit hours of your most recent post-secondary studies
- Demonstrate completion of an approved bachelor’s degree in nursing
- Indicate the Canadian province(s) or territory where you are licensed as a Registered Nurse
- Provide a CV/resume and cover letter and three references.
For more information about admission requirements, refer to the graduate calendar.
Tuition fees vary depending on whether you are a domestic or international student. To see the cost per credit hour for the Faculty of Graduate Studies, visit the Tuition and Fee Schedule. This Master’s Degree program consists of 33 credit hours.
Please note that there are additional costs related to this program, including:
- The mandatory residency week at the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Regina Campus and University of Regina when enrolled in MNUR 802 Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning (to cover travel, meals, and accommodation)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers (C)
- An up-to-date immunization record
- An electronic mobile device (EMD) for clinical practice experiences
- Travel and accommodation costs for clinical practice experiences
- Academic materials, including textbooks
- E-portfolio, purchase of Taskstream software
- A Windows or Mac based computer with internet access, webcam, microphone and up-to-date software
Yes! Once you have been accepted as a fully-qualified graduate student with no conditions or holds on your admission, then you are eligible to apply for our scholarships, awards, or graduate teaching assistant positions.
Nursing Scholarships and Awards
Apply for this scholarship by visiting our Graduate Awards Portal (GAP), the U of R online graduate scholarship application system.
Other Nursing Scholarships
- F.A. Davis Nursing Graduate Scholarship
- Saskatchewan Nurses Foundation
- Canadian Nurses Foundation
- Government of Saskatchewan Bursary Program
- Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program for Family Doctors and Nurses
- Loan Forgiveness Program for Nurses and Nurse Practitioners
Saskatchewan Polytechnic also offers scholarships.
All Graduate Funding Opportunities
Visit our Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research website to learn about all graduate funding opportunities including:
- National Scholarships (including Tri Council funding)
- FGSR Funding/Special Awards
- Funding for Indigenous Students
- Funding for International Students
- Other Awards and Scholarships
- External Scholarship Opportunities
- External Student and Faculty Awards
What Can You Do With a Nurse Practitioner Master’s Degree?
Nurse Practitioners are an integral part of the health care system providing care in community settings such as primary care clinics, nursing stations, long term care facilities and in health care teams. Our Nurse Practitioners are sought after across Canada to provide primary care.
Saskatchewan Nurse Practitioners are employed by the Saskatchewan Health Authority, or they set up independent practices.
Some of the jobs our graduates go on to include:- Nurse Practitioner
- Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
- Emergency Nurse Practitioner
- Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
- Oncology Nurse Practitioner
- Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
