Oncology Nurse Practitioner Certificate
Azusa, USA
Certificate
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2026
TUITION FEES
USD 27,840 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* base cost | cost per unit: $1,160
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Key Summary
Earn an Oncology Nurse Practitioner Post-Master’s Certificate at Azusa Pacific University
You’ll advance your career as a licensed nurse practitioner with specialized training to care for cancer patients. You’ll gain valuable clinical experience at a comprehensive cancer care center, pursue mentorship by clinical experts, and receive high-level training in oncology-specific competencies. We’ll help you graduate well-prepared to sit for the ONCC certification exam and begin your career in advanced oncology practice.
Gain Hands-on Experience
- Manage the unique medical and psychosocial needs of cancer patients.
- Complete practicums in multiple speciality areas at a comprehensive cancer care center.
- Build a scientific background on relevant topics such as cancer biology and therapeutics.
Forge connections and gain expertise by pursuing mentorship with clinical experts.
Program Details
The oncology nurse practitioner predoctoral fellowship program is designed for licensed nurse practitioners interested in providing high-quality care across the illness span to cancer patients and their families.
Financial Aid
Several types of financial aid are available to graduate students. The resources range from federal loans and state grants to, for some graduate programs, fellowships and scholarships.
Military Benefits
Military members—and in some cases their spouses and dependents—qualify for financial assistance covering tuition, housing, and books. Azusa Pacific is a Yellow Ribbon University and Military Friendly School, so you can be confident that you’ll receive the benefits and flexibility you need to complete your education.
Program-Specific Aid
For more details on these scholarships and funding opportunities, as well as other possible resources, please contact the School of Nursing.
Nurse Faculty Loan Program
The Nurse Faculty Loan Program is a government loan program set up to increase the number of qualified nursing faculty by providing loans to students in advanced nursing education programs. Students must be pursuing a MSN or doctoral nursing degree. The NFLP loans will be forgiven—up to 85 percent of the amount received—over a consecutive four-year period if the student commits to serve as full-time faculty at a school of nursing following graduation. Faculty at private universities, state schools, and community colleges are eligible. Students receiving these loans must also complete the nursing education courses prior to graduation.
Requirements
- GNRS 630A Oncology Nurse Practitioner Fellowship A
- GNRS 630B Oncology Nurse Practitioner Fellowship B
- GNRS 630C Oncology Nurse Practitioner Fellowship C
- GNRS 631 ONP: Cancer Biology and Assessment
- GNRS 632 ONP: Cancer Therapeutics
- GNRS 633 ONP: Symptom and Side Effect Burden
- GNRS 634 ONP: Survivorship and the Psychosocial Impact of Cancer
- GNRS 635 ONP: Team-Based Care and the Role of the Oncology Nurse Practitioner
- GNRS 636 ONP: Clinical Trials in Oncology Nursing
Total Units 24
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Students who successfully complete this program shall be able to:
- Articulate a Christian worldview, demonstrating respect for the dignity and uniqueness of others, valuing diversity, and applying spiritual concepts.
- Engage in scholarly inquiry and critical thinking, including evaluation and application of evidence-based research.
- Appraise and apply knowledge to develop, implement, and evaluate interventions that promote health and prevent disease.
- Demonstrate thoughtful analysis of the legal, political, ethical, and/or financial factors impacting healthcare.
- Use information systems and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, promote, quality, mitigate error and support decision making.
- Demonstrate the ability to coordinate and collaborate with other health care team professionals.
- Engage in clinical reasoning, effective communication, and act as a change agent to develop professional identity and practice skill.
Nurse Practitioners - Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x rays. May prescribe medication. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.