Program Overview

Introduction to the Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Program

The Master's in Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) program from Adelphi University is designed to prepare RNs licensed in New York State with bachelor's degrees for advanced practice as Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioners. This online, 45-credit hour degree program can be completed within three years and features small classes and individualized mentoring by nurse practitioner faculty.

Program Overview

The program is designed to help registered nurses with bachelor's degrees become Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioners. Graduates are eligible for New York State licensure and national board certification as an AGPCNP.

Curriculum

The curriculum includes the following courses:

• NUR (0302) 633: Diagnosis & Management of the Adult Across the Lifespan (3 Credits) This three-credit course is the first of three comprehensive courses focusing on diagnosis and management of the primary care adult. Content related to cardiac, respiratory, hematological, dermatological, eyes, ears, nose and throat disorders are emphasized. Complementing this course is the clinical practicum where application of didactic work is integrated.
• NUR (0302) 764: Advanced Physical Assessment of the Adult (3 Credits) This three-credit course will critically review and analyze health assessment as a model for the development of diagnostic reasoning skills. A regional approach to physical examination will be introduced and practiced and used to develop critical thinking and clinical decision making skills.
• NUR (0302) 738: Health Promotion and Disease Prevention (3 Credits) This course focuses on the necessary skills for promoting health and preventing the onset of disease states in adults. Health promotion and disease prevention evidence-based knowledge will be explored, focusing on clinical application.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Degree: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• Courses: College level Statistics course
• License: New York state RN license for online verification purposes
• Other Requirements: Résumé, Personal Statement, and $60 application fee
• GPA Requirement: 3.0

International Students

Adelphi University welcomes international students who are licensed in New York State. International students must provide:

• Degree: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in both English and the original language, and a course-by-course evaluation
• Courses: College level Statistics course
• Transcripts: Official transcripts from all prior institutions
• License: New York state RN license for online verification purposes
• Other Requirements: Résumé, English proficiency exam (TOEFL, IELTS, or DET) scores, personal essay, and $60 application fee
• GPA Requirement: 3.0

Tuition and Fees

The total tuition for the program is $42,300, with a cost per credit hour of $940. Additional fees may apply, including a $60 application fee.

Career Opportunities

The program prepares students for career advancement opportunities within the field of nursing. Graduates are eligible for New York State Adult Health Nurse Practitioner licensure and eligible to sit for national board certification as an AGPCNP. The median income for AGPCNP graduates is $121,610.

Program Outcomes

The Online Master's in Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program from Adelphi University prepares New York State licensed RNs for advanced practice as AGNPs. Graduates are eligible for New York State Adult Health Nurse Practitioner licensure and eligible to sit for national board certification as an AGPCNP.

Faculty and Support

The program is led by experienced faculty members who are expert practitioners in their fields. Students have access to comprehensive support through the Center for Career and Professional Development, including career counseling, recruitment programs, and job fairs.

Faculty Spotlight

Dorothy Ferraro, AGPCNP Program Director, Clinical Associate Professor, College of Nursing and Public Health, is a doctorally-prepared, board-certified nurse practitioner with a strong clinical background and elite leadership ability. She has extensive experience in healthcare management, clinical patient care, clinical research, and nursing education.