Graduate Certificate in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
University of Arizona

Program Details

Enhance your Nurse Practitioner competencies with an online Graduate Certificate in Adult-Gerontology Care from the University of Arizona.  This program is designed for licensed Advanced Practice Nurses currently working in clinical environments.  Courses are available in a part-time format, creating a highly flexible schedule for the working adult student.  This advanced online AGNP program may host studies including but not limited to:

  • Pharmacology
  • Women’s health
  • Physiology

While this is a fully virtual program, you still must participate in a Resident Intensive Summer Experience to meet faculty, your cohort of peers, and enhance your clinical skills.  This online adult nurse practitioner program will teach you the methods of working with adults who have multiple, complex health issues, preparing you to sit for the AGACNP national board certification examination.  Take advantage of a flexible program where you will excel in assessment, leadership, and more through the University of Arizona online.

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

University of Arizona is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s)

Additional Info

  • Must have a master of science or higher degree focusing on Advanced Practice Registered Nursing certification
  • Must have unrestricted US RN licensure and current APRN certification, with RN experience in an acute care setting