A Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) is designed for registered nurses (RNs) who wish to advance their careers by gaining specialized knowledge and skills. MSN programs typically focus on [clinical practice](), [nursing administration](), [nursing education](), and [nurse practitioner]() roles. Students often choose a concentration based on their career goals, such as family nurse practitioner (FNP), psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP), or nurse educator.