What Makes Our Program Distinct?
Faculty are nationally and internationally known for their teaching and research.
Each Adult/Gerontological Clinical Nurse Practitioner student’s program of study is individualized through clinical placements and assignments to match the student’s interests.
Each student benefits from a variety of clinical rotations with outstanding clinical leaders who are committed to each student’s education.
Faculty are nationally and internationally known for their teaching and research. Students have opportunities for involvement in research with the Center for Aging Science and Care Innovation and the Minnesota Center on Aging.
Our graduates are prepared to:
- Care for patients with acute and chronic health problems
- Foster health promotion and disease prevention
- Provide comprehensive care coordination for patients across health care settings
- Collaborate effectively in interprofessional teams
Length and Commitment
- 3-year, Full-time Program
- On Campus - 4-day session (Tuesday–Friday) each semester that includes: core courses, enhancement programming, specialty courses, advisor meetings; beginning second year of program: up to 1–2 days every other week for coursework throughout the semester.
- Clinical Hours - Complete approximately 1,000 hours at clinical sites arranged by the school
Certifications
After graduation, students will be prepared to take the national certification examination for adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioner. For further information about the national examination go to the American Nurses Credentialing Center and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.