The post-master’s acute-care PNP 16-credit graduate certificate for PNPs or FNPs certified in primary care seeking pediatric specialization in acute care is open to PNPs or FNPs certified in primary care with a master’s or doctoral degree from an accredited institution. Graduates are eligible to sit for the acute-care PNP certification board exam.
Prerequisite Requirements
To ensure that all students have the foundation necessary to participate in this program, successful completion of the following courses or their equivalent within the past five years is required. Alternatively, active PNP/FNP experience with primary care PNP competencies (one-year minimum full-time pediatric experience) is required.
A grade of B or higher is required in each course.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Pharmacology | ||
| Pathophysiology for Advanced Practice | ||
| Health Assessment | ||
| Pediatric Pharmacology | ||
| Care of Child/Adolescent Health Problems | ||
| Health Promotion and Preventative Care in Pediatrics in the Context of Community Health |
Complete all courses and requirements listed below unless otherwise indicated.
Core Requirements
A grade of B or higher is required in each course.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NRSG 6116 | Advanced Health Assessment of the Neonate and Infant | 3 |
| NRSG 6267 | Care of the Critically Ill Child | 3 |
| NRSG 6461 | Child/Adolescent Health Problems Practicum 1 | 5 |
| NRSG 6463 | Care of the Critically Ill Child Practicum 1 | 5 |
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Direct clinical hours included
Program Credit/GPA Requirements
16 total semester hours required
Minimum 3.000 GPA required