Post Master's Certificate in Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Middle Georgia State University's online Post-Master's Certificate in Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) certificate program is designed to address the dynamic needs of the healthcare industry, empowering Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) to obtain their AGACNP certifications and excel in acute care settings.

With all courses provided online and two required on-campus immersion days every semester, the certification program is led by experienced faculty members who will guide you with personalized mentorship.

Elevate your nursing career with a comprehensive 24-hour scope of practice that emphasizes health promotion, differential diagnosis, disease management, and both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions. Clinical hours will be determined by a GAP analysis.

Admission Requirements

• Required Documents

• Qualifications

• Deadlines & Contacts

This program requires every applicant to submit the application and  all required documents by the deadline.

1. Application
2. Official College Transcripts*
   Transcripts must be sent by the institution directly to MGA. We do not accept transcripts sent by applicants.
3. 1 Recommendation† from a professional or academic source
4. Professional Résumé
5. Statement of Purpose‡
6. Unrestricted Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice License in Georgia
7. Documentation of Lawful Presence, for Residents of Georgia
8. English Proficiency, for International Students

* If you have a college transcript from MGA, you do not have to pay for or send your transcript to Admissions.

† Please use the hyperlink to request a recommendation form. MGA does not accept recommendations by mail.

‡ Included with the application, applicants must submit a 500-word minimum written Statement of Purpose, which includes an overview of how the AGACNP program will enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities in their future AGACNP position and how the specialty will impact healthcare outcomes and the provisions of healthcare. This Statement of Purpose should reflect scholarly writing in APA format to include a clear, concise flow of ideas and the use of citations.

Note: Evidence of writing competence will be evaluated through the candidate's prepared Statement of Purpose submitted with the application.

Not all programs are available to residents in all states. Please check the institution's State Authorization and Professional Licensure website(s) to ensure you reside in an authorized state.

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