Overview

The Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner in Primary Care programme offered by William Paterson University provide comprehensive primary health care services to individuals for young adults, adults, and older adults. AGNPs are prepared to provide care to individuals with acute and chronic illnesses. Preventive health services, patient education, disease management, and illness prevention are provided within the context of a variety of health care settings across diverse populations. Upon completion of the theory and practicum course requirements, you would be eligible to apply for the Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Certification examination by American Association of Nurse Practitioner (AANP) or American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

Mission

William Paterson University of New Jersey is a public institution that offers an outstanding and affordable education to a diverse traditional and nontraditional student body through baccalaureate, graduate and continuing education programmes.

The University's distinguished teachers, scholars and professionals actively challenge students to high levels of intellectual and professional accomplishment and personal growth in preparation for careers, advanced studies and productive citizenship. Faculty and staff use innovative approaches to research, learning and student support to expand students’ awareness of what they can accomplish.

Accreditation

The programme has been accredited until June 30, 2025 by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Role of the Advanced Practice Nurse

Advanced Pathophysiology

Population Health, Legislation and Social Policy

Advanced Health Assessment of the Adult Client

Advanced Pharmacology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

39 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

North Haledon, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

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A bachelor's degree (BSN) from an accredited college or university and official transcripts from all institutions of higher learning attended.
A transcript with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA is required. Applicants with below a 3.0 GPA may contact the programme director
Undergraduate prerequisite courses in statistics, health assessment, and nursing research
A current resume including two names of reference (former faculty and current manager/supervisor).
Currently employed as an RN
Students enrolling in the WPU on campus programme must have an active NJ RN license; students enrolling in the WPU online programme must have an active RN license in the US state they are practicing in.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

53079 USD / year

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Out-of-State

53079 USD / year

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In-State

34047 USD / year

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Programme Structure

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