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Post-Graduate Nurse Practitioner Certificate in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care at Florida International University

Florida International University, United States

Programme overview

The Post-Graduate Nurse Practitioner (NP) Certificate in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care is designed for nurses who have completed a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree and wish to specialize in primary care for adult and elderly populations. The program focuses on developing advanced skills in assessing, diagnosing, and managing common and complex health issues in adults and geriatric patients. Graduates of this program are prepared to provide comprehensive primary care services, promote healthy aging, and address the unique needs of older adults in various healthcare settings.

Faculty: Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing and Health Sciences  |  Location: Miami, FL, United States

What you will study

The programme requires 19 credit hours.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admissions Requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (1) A Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree from an CCNE, NLNAC, or ACEN accredited program. (2) A graduate (MSN) grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or above. (3) Graduate courses in nursing theory (3 credits) and research (3 credits). advanced pathophysiology (3 credits), advanced health assessment (3 credits), and advanced pharmacology (3 credits). -If the applicant's coursework in advanced pharmacology, advanced pathophysiology, and advanced health assessment took place more than 3 years ago, they may need to repeat the courses prior to enrollment specialty courses, following evaluation of record and professional experience by admission committee and program chair. (4) State of Florida RN and/or APRN licensure. A photocopy of the license must be submitted along with student’s ap

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate entry terms: Fall (starts in August), Spring (starts in January) and Summer (starts in May); some programmes limit admission to one or two terms a year.

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.fiu.edu/

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