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Overview
The Master of Science (MS) in Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner at the Adelphi University focuses on preparing you to work in this growing area of specialization in healthcare. The curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with diagnostic and treatment skills while exploring the issues and forces within the healthcare delivery system.
During the program, you will work closely with advanced practice nurses and other health professionals in a variety of clinical settings.
Why Should I Enroll?
- State-of-the-art, 18,000-square-foot clinical simulation laboratory with the latest education technology, housed in the College of Nursing and Public Health’s new Nexus Building and Welcome Center
- Part-time online, blended and in-person courses that cater to the full-time working professional
- Side-by-side experience with nurse practitioner faculty
- Individualized educational planning and advisement
- Variety of clinical settings, including community health clinics, health maintenance organizations, specialty clinics, correctional facilities and private medical practices
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
- Through a comprehensive curriculum that uses traditional and online classroom settings, simulated experiences and clinical training, you will develop strong primary care knowledge and clinical reasoning skills while completing course work in the care of adolescents, adults and the elderly.
- The program is built on a strong foundation of core courses, including theory, statistics, research and health policy, all taught by expert faculty. Some nurse practitioner courses include advanced pathophysiology, pharmacology and physical assessment.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 30 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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We are currently accepting applications on a rolling basis.
Language
English
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Public Health Nursing View 685 other Masters in Nursing in United StatesAcademic requirements
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English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- Current New York State RN license
- Official transcripts showing a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and B or above in all science and nursing classes
- Final transcript documenting a bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited four-year institution
- Résumé
- A 500-word, typed essay on your reasons for applying to the program
- Two letters of recommendation, from master’s prepared nurses or above only, with credentials included.
Tuition Fee
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International
1310 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 1310 USD per credit and a duration of 30 months. -
National
1310 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 1310 USD per credit and a duration of 30 months.
Funding
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