University of Massachusetts
Adult Gerontology Primary Care NP

Worcester, USA

DEGREE TYPE

Certificate

DURATION

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

Sep 2026

STUDY FORMAT

Key Summary

About: The Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) program prepares nurse practitioners to provide comprehensive care to adolescents and adults, focusing on health promotion and disease prevention. The curriculum includes advanced practice nursing courses and clinical experiences in various settings to develop essential skills in diagnosis and management.

Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue roles as adult gerontology primary care nurse practitioners, health educators, or geriatric care specialists in diverse healthcare environments, enhancing patient outcomes and improving quality of care.

The Post Graduate Certificate Program is designed for individuals who have previously acquired a master’s degree in nursing . This Certificate allows nurses to expand their role as Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioners to function as Nurse Practitioners in ambulatory or community-based areas.

Provides comprehensive care to the entire spectrum of adults including young adults, adults and older adults Provides direct health care services incorporating health promotion, health protection, disease prevention and disease management. Graduates of this track are eligible to take the Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner certification examination.

The Graduate School of Nursing prepares students to meet the competencies from the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) and the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF) Core Competencies for Nurse Practitioners.

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