Program Details
The University of Missouri at Kansas City offers several online Master of Science in Nursing programs. The Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner track prepares students for employment in advanced practice nursing caring for adults at all stages of life.
Core courses in this online Adult Nurse Practitioner program give students a strong foundation in evidence-based practice, diagnosis and treatment of illness, and promotion of wellness. Nurses gain knowledge and skills within their specialty area of clinical practice. Clinical experiences in the student’s community reinforce information taught in classes.
Courses examine subject areas such as:
- Pharmacology for advanced nursing practice
- Healthcare policy and advocacy
- Diagnostic reasoning and advanced assessment
- Advanced pathophysiology across the lifespan
% Online
Mostly OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
School Accreditation & Licensing
University of Missouri-Kansas City is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
3.2 or above (4.0 scale)Application Requirements
Interview, Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV
Additional Info
- Requires one on-campus residency during each semester of clinical courses
- Must have a bachelor's degree in nursing from an institution nationally recognized by CCNE or ACEN and current RN licensure
Restricted States
Kentucky, New York, Tennessee, Washington, Wyoming