Advance Your Nursing Career with the Best: Felician University’s Online MSN Program Ranks Among the Nation’s Top Programs and 2nd in NJ, According to U.S. News & World Report!
The Post Master’s Certificate Program prepares nurses with an MSN for independent primary care practice as an Adult-Gerontology Primary Care (AGPCNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) in a wide range of settings. Upon completing the program, you are eligible to apply for national certification from the American Nurses’ Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and the State Board of Nursing for licensure as an APN.
Program Highlights
- 37-40-credit program over six terms (24 months)
- Combination of online courses and 750 clinical practice hours
- Provides eligibility to apply for national certification from the American Nurses’ Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and the State Board of Nursing for licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN)
- Features three doctoral level courses
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Post Master’s Certificate Program
To complete your AGPCNP certificate, you will earn 37 credits at Felician University and complete 750 hours of clinical practice and on-campus intensives in designated courses. We will accept transfer credits from another Nurse Practitioner Program accredited by a national accrediting agency:
- Credits must have been earned within the past five years with a grade of B or higher.
- The Associate Dean of the Department of Graduate Nursing will determine the equivalency of courses and transfer credits on an individual basis after the student has been accepted into the program.
- Clinical courses, if considered for transfer credits, must contain the equivalent clinical experience/hours.
- A minimum of 10 credits must be completed at Felician University.
- Clinical hours must total 750.
Family Nurse Practitioner Post Master’s Certificate Program
To complete your FNP certificate, you will earn 40 credits at Felician University and 750 clinical hours and on-campus intensives in designated courses. We will accept transfer credits from another Nurse Practitioner Program accredited by a national accrediting agency:
- Credits must have been earned within the past five years with a grade of B or higher.
- The Associate Dean of the Department of Graduate Nursing will determine the equivalency of courses and transfer credits on an individual basis after the student has been accepted into the program.
- Clinical courses, if considered for transfer credits, must contain the equivalent clinical experience/hours.
- A minimum of 12 credits must be completed at Felician University.
- Clinical hours must total 750.
Apply Today
The Post Masters Certificate: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner program uses rolling admissions. To learn more about how to apply, visit the apply now page. Interested in learning more before applying? Request more information today!
Admissions Requirements
- Completed admissions application
- Master’s Degree in Nursing from a program accredited by a national accreditation agency with a 3.0 or higher GPA
- All official academic transcripts
- Registered professional nurse license in New Jersey. The licensee cannot have any current or pending disciplinary action against their nursing license from any Board of Nursing
- Two professional and/or academic references
- Successful completion of graduate or undergraduate courses in:
- Statistics
- Health Assessment
- Completion of graduate course in Nursing Research
- A notarized copy of the photo page of a government-issued identification such as passport or driver’s license
- Personal statement
For International Students
- A minimum score of 79 on the Internet-based TOEFL or 550 on the paper-based TOEFL is required of graduates of non-English speaking countries.
- International academic credentials are reviewed by an international accrediting agency (World Education Services) on an individual basis.
Visit the graduate catalog for additional admissions criteria.
Required Courses
Post Masters Certificate: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner in Core Curriculum
| NURS 505 Advanced Clinical Pathophysiology | 3 credits |
| NURS 540 Pharmacology/Prescriptive Practice | 3 credits |
| NURS 530 Advanced Health Assessment (60 virtual lab hours) | 3 credits |
| NURS 661: Primary Care I: Prevention and Education | 3 credits |
| NURS 662: Primary Care II: Diagnosis and Management | 4 credits |
| NURS 645 Advanced Practice Nursing Seminar | 3 credits |
| NURS 699: Clinical Skills Competency Intensive (mandatory, in-person) | 1 credits |
| NURS 701: Leadership and Quality Improvement in Healthcare Systems | 3 credits |
| NURS 705: Nursing Informatics | 3 credits |
Family Nurse Practitioner Track
| NURS 635 Primary Care- Pediatrics | 3 credits |
| NURS 684: Practicum: Primary Care Across the Lifespan I (250 hours) | 4 credits |
| NURS 685: Practicum: Primary Care – Pediatric and Maternal Health (175 hours) | 4 credits |
| NURS 686: Practicum: Primary Care Across the Lifespan II (250 hours) | 4 credits |
Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Track
| NURS 674: Practicum: Primary Care Adult Gerontology I (250 hours) | 4 credits |
| NURS 675: Practicum: Primary Care -Subacute and Long-Term Care (250 hours) | 4 credits |
| NURS 676: Practicum: Primary Care Gerontology II (250 hours) | 4 credits |
Please note: Course offerings are subject to change.
