Program Overview

Post-Master's Certificate in Family Nurse Practitioner

Overview

The family nurse practitioner certificate allows masters-prepared nurses to expand their scope of practice across the lifespan. This program option features an array of didactic and clinical experiences that focus on the primary care needs of patients, families, and communities.

Admissions

• Admission deadline: Summer - March 31
• Recommendations required: Two letters of recommendation
• Prior academic records: Official transcripts (from all post-secondary schools)
• Statement of Purpose: Compose a 250-500 word essay describing your reasons for undertaking study in nursing at The George Washington University, your academic objectives, career goals, and related qualifications (including relevant collegiate, professional, and/or community activities). Include any substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application form. Your essay should also speak to the role (e.g., FNP, AGACNP, etc.) that you are applying for and how your qualifications will help you succeed in this role both professionally and as a student.
• Prerequisites: Master’s degree in nursing from a regionally accredited college or university
• Additional:
  • Current resume
  • Active and unencumbered nursing license
  • Preferred scholastic GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from a regionally accredited college or university
  • Successful completion of graduate-level courses in pathophysiology, pharmacology, and advanced health assessment
  • Those eligible for admission to the Post Graduate FNP Certificate Program include:
    • Women’s Health Nurse Practitioners
    • Pediatric Nurse Practitioners
    • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioners
    • Acute Care Nurse Practitioners
• International Requirements:
  • TOEFL: Internet-based test - 100 or higher, Paper test - 600 or higher
  • The minimum required score for the IELTS is: An overall band score of 7.0, Individual band scores of 6.0 or higher

Requirements

The following requirements must be fulfilled: 17 credits in required courses and completion of 600 clinical hours.

• Course List:
  • NURS 6227: Family Nurse Practitioner Clinical Practicum - 1-7 credits
  • NURS 6250: Family Nurse Practitioner I for Nurse Practitioners: Adult Primary Care Diagnosis Management - 2 credits
  • NURS 6251: Family Nurse Practitioner II for Nurse Practitioners: Lifespan Primary Care Diagnosis Management - 4 credits
  • NURS 6252: Family Nurse Practitioner III for Nurse Practitioners: Lifespan Primary Care Diagnosis Management - 4 credits