Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Postgraduate Certificate
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Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGNP) Certificate Overview
Are you an RN with a master’s degree who’s interested in managing the health and wellness of adults or elderly patients? It’s time to earn your AGNP certificate online and move your career forward.
- Promote and provide care as a member of a health care team and improve the availability of evidence-based, culturally relevant health care in diverse communities.
- Prepare to sit for the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner certification or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners’ (AANP) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner certification.
- Learn from faculty with decades of nursing experience who bring real-world knowledge to the classroom.
- Start when it's convenient for you and complete your coursework online, while completing clinicals in your local community.
Gain the Expertise That Employers — and Your Patients — Need
Serve and treat adult or elderly populations in settings such as family practices, nursing or convenient care facilities, or universities:
- Collaborate with the individual, community, and other health care professionals to ensure high-quality primary care services.
- Advocate for adult or elderly patients as they interact with the health care system.
- Maintain quality of care through consultation, collaboration, and continuing education.
- Provide holistic care that is responsive to the individual’s cultural and spiritual beliefs.
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Clinical Practice Experience
Gain valuable experience by applying what you’ve learned in a real-world setting. You’ll participate in a series of clinical practice sessions at a health care facility or clinical site as part of the program.
Note: At this time, residents of the following states and territories may not enroll in this program: Hawaii, Louisiana, New York, Oregon, Tennessee, Utah, and Guam. In addition, international students are not eligible to enroll in this program.
See Notes and Conditions below for important information.
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What Courses Will I Take?
Coursework focuses on preparing you to promote and provide primary care as a member of an interprofessional team and improve the availability of evidence-based, culturally relevant health care in diverse communities.
Sample Courses
- Advanced Physiology and Pathophysiology
- Advanced Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapeutics
- Primary Care of the Adolescent and Adult
- Primary Care of Women's Health
- Primary Care of the Frail Elderly
Program Requirements
1 semester credit hour = 1.5 quarter credit hours
Admissions Requirements
A master's degree with an upper-level major in nursing or a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree and an approved criminal background check is required. You will need to provide an official transcript that shows your degree completion with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher from an accredited institution, though an unofficial copy may be provided during the application process. Additional requirements apply. Refer to the program-specific policy page in the University Catalog or speak to an Advisor to learn more.
Upcoming Start Dates
We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.
What Does an Adult Gerontological Nurse Practitioner Do?
An AGNP or gerontological nurse practitioner works with adults and elderly populations. Responsibilities include:
- Diagnose, treat, and manage chronic health conditions.
- Promote general health and deliver preventive care.
- Prescribe and manage medication.
- Help develop appropriate policy and evidence-based practice.
- Serve as a health educator and coach.
- Employ the latest technology to assist patients.
Faculty With Real-World Experience
Our faculty has decades of nursing experience and brings real-world knowledge to the classroom. Many hold doctorates or advanced nursing certifications; all faculty members possess at least a master’s degree.
Ways to Save on Time and Tuition
Purdue Global works with students to find ways to reduce costs and make education more accessible. Contact us to learn about opportunities to save on your educational costs.
Transfer Credits
Earn credit for prior coursework completed at eligible institutions.
Financial Aid
Learn about federal financial aid programs available for many of our degree programs.
Grants and Loans
Learn about federal and state grants and loan programs that may be available.
Corporate Partner Benefits
Employees of Purdue Global partner organizations may be eligible for special tuition reductions.
Military Tuition Reduction
Graduate tuition savings for military include a 17–30% reduction per credit for current servicemembers and 14% per credit for veterans for graduate programs.
Prior Military Experience
Earn credit for your military training. We offer credit for ACE-evaluated training and CLEP and DANTES examinations.
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Possible Behavioral Interview Questions for This Field of Study
- Share an example of a time when you had to shift priorities quickly. How did you handle that situation?
- Tell me about a time when you had to adapt quickly to a change in plans. How did you handle it?
- Describe a time you motivated your team to achieve results. What was your approach?
- Tell me about a time you went above and beyond for a patient.
Sample Skills Developed and Used in This Field
- Primary Care
- Nursing Practices
- Problem Solving
- Care Coordination
- Clinical Experience
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Digital Literacy
- Ethical Standards and Conduct
- Medical Records Management
- Leadership
- Patient Education and Counseling
- Treatment Planning
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