Post-Master’s Advanced Placement Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Certificate Online

Designed specifically for students who have completed advanced coursework in key competency areas, this flexible online program saves you time and money in your pursuit of AGNP certification.

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Program Overview

Accelerate your career development with the Post-Master’s AP AGNP Certificate program

Start your streamlined path to board certification with the online Post-Master’s Advanced Placement Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Certificate program. This time-saving option reduces the number of credits required to earn your certificate if you’ve previously completed coursework in pathophysiology, pharmacology, and advanced health assessments.

Learn from faculty with significant experience as certified nurse practitioners and benefit from the support of a dedicated coordinator who can assist you with clinical placement. This CCNE-accredited program elevates your ability to effectively manage acute and chronic conditions for aging patients as a licensed AGNP who is prepared for advanced practice in a variety of healthcare settings.

Learning Outcomes

Incorporate evidence-based research to resolve practice problems and improve knowledge
Construct processes for self-accountability of professional growth, adopt lifelong learning, and practice safely and effectively within the chosen specialty to maintain health and improve patient outcomes
Establish an environment of advanced practice that is conducive to the development of effective interactions with patients, other disciplines, and other entities in communities
Advocate for policies that lead to improved health outcomes for populations and enhanced quality of healthcare at local, state, national, and global levels
Integrate clinical prevention and health promotion strategies to maintain optimal health and improve patient health outcomes

Incorporate evidence-based research to resolve practice problems and improve knowledge
Construct processes for self-accountability of professional growth, adopt lifelong learning, and practice safely and effectively within the chosen specialty to maintain health and improve patient outcomes
Establish an environment of advanced practice that is conducive to the development of effective interactions with patients, other disciplines, and other entities in communities
Advocate for policies that lead to improved health outcomes for populations and enhanced quality of healthcare at local, state, national, and global levels
Integrate clinical prevention and health promotion strategies to maintain optimal health and improve patient health outcomes

Adult Gerontology Career Opportunities

Primary care
Internal medicine
Palliative care
Memory care clinics
Long-term care facilities
Rehabilitation facilities
Occupational health

Primary care
Internal medicine
Palliative care
Memory care clinics
Long-term care facilities
Rehabilitation facilities
Occupational health

Total Tuition $15,090*

Duration As few as 12 months

Credit Hours 23

Accreditation

The baccalaureate degree, master's degree, Doctor of Nursing Practice degree, and post-graduate certificate programs in nursing at St. Thomas University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.

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Tuition

Add value to your resume with this affordable, career-focused online program

Tuition for the Post-Master’s Advanced Placement AGNP Certificate online program is the same for in-state and out-of-state students and can be paid by the course. The total tuition is inclusive of all fees, including a technology fee for each course and lab fees for specific nursing courses. Tuition costs are subject to change at any time.

Program	Per Credit Hour	Per 3 Hour Credit Course	Per Program
Post-Master’s AP AGNP Certificate	$605	$1,890	$15,090*

Tuition breakdown:

Total Tuition $15,090*

Per Credit Hour $605

Calendar

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The Post-Master’s Advanced Placement AGNP Certificate online program is delivered in an online format ideal for working professionals, conveniently featuring multiple start dates each year. Choose the start date that's best for you.

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Admissions

Explore application requirements for the Post-Master’s AP AGNP Certificate

Our very reasonable admission requirements allow students from diverse nursing backgrounds greater access to the Post-Master’s Advanced Placement AGNP Certificate online program. You must possess an unencumbered RN license, a master's degree in nursing, and submit transcripts from all institutions previously attended. Due to in-person clinical requirements, only students currently residing in Florida and Georgia can enter this program.

Admission Requirements:

Free Application
3.0 cumulative GPA
Active RN License

The following are required for admission to the Post-Master’s Advanced Placement AGNP Certificate online program:

Completed free application
MSN degree in a nurse practitioner field from an accredited nursing school
Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions (unofficial transcripts are accepted)
3.0 or higher GPA
Active and unencumbered Florida or Georgia nursing license
Residency in Florida or Georgia for clinicals

Official transcripts can be sent to St. Thomas University through Parchment and National Student Clearinghouse. Unofficial transcripts and other documents can be uploaded via your Admissions Portal or emailed to [email protected].

This program is only offered in Florida and Georgia.

Courses

Take a look at the Post-Master’s AP AGNP Certificate program’s online courses

For the Post-Master’s AP AGNP Certificate online program, you must complete nine courses for a total of 23 credit hours.

Courses in this program are seven weeks long. Courses during the two summer terms, however, are six weeks long.

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Specialization Courses

Students will take the following courses.

NUR 625: Adult-Gerontology I

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks

Credit Hours: 3

This course will provide students with the ability to be prepared in the professional role in advanced nursing practice focusing on the primary care and wellness of young adults, adults and older adults population on the HEENT, Cardiovascular and Respiratory systems. Students will base their learning on national guidelines, professional standards, evidence-based practice strategies, cultural competency, health promotion and disease prevention. Students will cover patient counseling and education at the advanced nursing practice level, focusing on the diagnosis, management, and therapeutic interventions on the primary care setting for young adults, adults and older adults. The students will be able to evaluate and manage diverse patient populations with complex primary care health needs ranging from acuity to chronicity. This course is a co-requisite of NUR 625CL. The student must successfully pass NUR 625CL to pass this course.

NUR 625CL: Adult-Gerontology I

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks

Credit Hours: 2

This clinical course will provide the Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner student the ability to practice taking patient’s history, completing physical examination while incorporating pharmacology, and implementing evidence-based practice using the national screening guidelines across the young adult. The students will be able to diagnose, recommend therapeutic measures, provide education, health prevention and disease promotion at the level of advanced nursing role. Students will acquire the necessary skills to provide safe and effective care. This course is a co-requisite of NUR 625. The student must successfully pass NUR 625 to pass this course. 125 clinical hours will be completed.

NUR 635: Adult-Gerontology II

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks

Credit Hours: 3

This course will provide students with the ability to be prepared in the professional role in advanced nursing practice focusing on the primary care of young adults, adults and older adults population on the Skin, GI, Hematology, and Endocrine systems. Students will base their learning on national guidelines, professional standards, evidence-based practice strategies, cultural competency, health promotion and disease prevention. Students will cover patient counseling and education at the advanced nursing practice level, focusing on the diagnosis, management, and therapeutic interventions on the primary care setting for adults. The students will be able to evaluate and manage diverse patient populations with complex primary care health needs ranging from acuity to chronicity. This course is a co-requisite of NUR 635CL. The student must successfully pass NUR 635CL to pass this course.

NUR 635CL: Adult-Gerontology II

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks

Credit Hours: 2

This clinical course will provide the Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner student the ability to practice taking patient’s history, completing physical examination while incorporating pharmacology, and implementing evidence-based practice using the national screening guidelines across the adults. The students will be able to diagnose, recommend therapeutic measures, provide education, health prevention and disease promotion at the level of advanced nursing role. Students will acquire the necessary skills to provide safe and effective care integrating research-based knowledge on the precepted clinical experiences in the primary care setting. This course is a co-requisite of NUR 635. The student must successfully pass NUR 635 to pass this course. 125 clinical hours will be completed.

NUR 645: Adult-Gerontology III

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks

Credit Hours: 3

This course will provide students the ability to be prepared in the professional role in advanced nursing practice focusing on the primary care of young adults, adults and older adults’ population on the Neurology, musculoskeletal systems, and diseases related to gender (male and female). Students will base their learning on national guidelines, professional standards, evidence-based practice strategies, cultural competency, health promotion and disease prevention. Students will cover patient counseling and education at the advanced nursing practice level, focusing on the diagnosis, management and therapeutic interventions on the primary care setting for older adults. The students will be able to evaluate and manage diverse patient populations with complex primary care health needs ranging from acuity to chronicity. This course is a co-requisite of NUR 645CL. The student must successfully pass NUR 645CL to pass this course.

NUR 645CL: Adult-Gerontology III

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks

Credit Hours: 2

This clinical course will provide the Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner student the ability to practice taking patient’s history, completing physical examination while incorporating pharmacology, and implementing evidence-based practice using the national screening guidelines across the older adults. The students will be able to diagnose, recommend therapeutic measures, provide education, health prevention and disease promotion at the level of advanced nursing role. Students will acquire the necessary skills to provide safe and effective care integrating research-based knowledge on the precepted clinical experiences in the primary care setting. This course is a co-requisite of NUR 645. The student must successfully pass NUR 645 to pass this course. 125 clinical hours will be completed.

NUR 655: Adult-Gerontology IV

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks

Credit Hours: 3

This course will provide students with the ability to be prepared in the professional role in advanced nursing practice focusing on the primary care of young adults, adults and older adult population on infectious diseases, oncology, mental health, and diversity conditions. Students will base their learning on national guidelines, professional standards, evidence-based practice strategies, cultural competency, health promotion and disease prevention. Students will cover patient counseling and education at the advanced nursing practice level, focusing on the diagnosis, management and therapeutic interventions on the primary care setting for young adults, adults and older adults. The students will be able to evaluate and manage diverse patient populations with complex primary care health needs ranging from acuity to chronicity, including palliative and end-of-life care. This course is a co-requisite of NUR 655CL. The student must successfully pass NUR 655CL to pass this course.

NUR 655CL: Adult-Gerontology IV

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks

Credit Hours: 2

This course will provide students with the ability to be prepared in the professional role in advanced nursing practice focusing on the primary care of young adults, adults and older adult population on infectious diseases, oncology, mental health, and diversity conditions. Students will base their learning on national guidelines, professional standards, evidence-based practice strategies, cultural competency, health promotion and disease prevention. Students will cover patient counseling and education at the advanced nursing practice level, focusing on the diagnosis, management and therapeutic interventions on the primary care setting for young adults, adults and older adults. The students will be able to evaluate and manage diverse patient populations with complex primary care health needs ranging from acuity to chronicity, including palliative and end-of-life care. This course is a co-requisite of NUR 655. The student must successfully pass NUR 655 to pass this course. 125 clinical hours will be completed.

NUR 675: Adult-Gero NP Integration

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks

Credit Hours: 3

The student will synthesize all elements of previously gained knowledge and skills from courses and clinical experiences by developing a research project with a thesis about integrating research findings into practice with evaluation of client system outcomes. The students will be expected to present their research project via oral or PowerPoint presentation to the students and/or faculty. The following courses must be taken prior to being enrolled in this course: NUR 625, NUR 625CL, NUR 635, NUR 635CL, NUR 645, NUR 645CL NUR 655, and NUR 655CL.

Clinical Requirements

The Post-Master’s Advanced Placement Adult Gerontology Certificate requires students to complete a total of 500 clinical hours to graduate from the program. There are four clinical courses with 125 clinical hours required for each of these classes: NUR 625, NUR 635, NUR 645 & NUR 655 . Each clinical course runs over a seven-week period, and the required hours must be completed by the end of each course. See course descriptions for more details.

Prior to beginning clinical courses, you are required to complete and submit proof of the following:

Current unencumbered RN licensure in Florida
Current Professional Liability Insurance
Criminal Background Check
Drug Screening
Basic Life Support (CPR) certification
Annual Physical Examination
Current Immunizations

Finding Clinical Sites and Preceptors

Finding a clinical preceptor and site are essential components for completing this program. STU strongly encourages students to secure their own preceptors, as this is the best way to accommodate schedule and location to the student’s needs. We strongly encourage students to have an alternate preceptor available if needed.

If assistance with clinical placement is needed, you may be required to commute outside your local area, as STU cannot guarantee a clinical site within your immediate location. Please note that your clinical site could be up to 100 miles from your residence.

Restrictions on Clinical Sites

We highly encourage all clinical hours to be conducted in the primary care setting for this program. Students are restricted from completing clinical rotations on their assigned unit. Your immediate supervisor at your place of employment may not serve as your preceptor. Students are not permitted to perform clinical rotations during hours they are working as an employee at a facility. Students are also not allowed to be paid during clinical hours.

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*The total tuition is inclusive of all fees, including a technology fee for each course and lab fees for specific courses. Tuition costs are subject to change at any time.

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