Adult-Gero Primary Care NP (Certificate)

The Adult-Gero Primary Care NP (AGPCNP) certificate is designed for certified advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) who hold a master’s or doctoral degree in nursing and want to add another APRN role. 

The AGPCNP certificate is designed for APRNs interested in adding a specialization in the care of patients across the lifespan from adolescence (13 years and older) to the end of life. This program prepares advanced practice nurses to provide comprehensive, evidence-based care addressing self-limiting and chronic health issues. 

The curriculum provides a strong evidence-based foundation to manage complex health conditions, emphasizing geriatric care and the unique needs of older adults. Students will engage in extensive clinical practice, gaining valuable experience in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, and long-term care facilities. Graduates will be eligible to sit for the AGPCNP certification exam, equipping them to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care to adult and geriatric populations.

Program Accreditation

The Adult-Gero Primary Care NP Certificate will seek accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and be accredited in Spring 2028.

Program Admission Requirements 

1. Complete an application including all required supporting documents  and submit the fee through NursingCAS. 
2. Master's degree or Doctoral degree in nursing from a nationally accredited program with cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale documented by official transcripts. 
3. Submission of official transcripts from each post-secondary institution attended from a nationally accredited (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education [CCNE] or Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing [ACEN]) nursing program. 
4. International students must demonstrate English language proficiency in accordance with University regulation. 
5. Current and unrestricted registration as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with eligibility for Florida APRN Licensure. 
6. Provide a current resume or curriculum vitae.  
7. Completion of the following courses or equivalent: 
   1. Advanced Physical and Health Assessment
   2. Advanced Pathophysiology
   3. Advanced Pharmacology
8. The program director will complete a gap analysis including a review of transcripts and syllabi to ensure all pre-requisites have been completed. 

Program Progression and Additional Graduation Requirements 

• Students must complete the credits specified by the certificate program and follow a Program of Study approved by the Program Director or designee. 
• Students must meet specific progression, clinical and graduation requirements. See the General Academic Policies and FGCU Graduation Requirements. 
• A grade of B or higher must be earned in all required courses. 
• A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. 
• Completion of clinical practice requirements. 

Program Requirements

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
Required Courses
NGR 6240	Primary Health Care I	4
NGR 6240L	Primary Health Care I - Pract.	3
NGR 6252	Primary Health Care IV	4
NGR 6252L	Primary Health Care IV-Pract.	4
NGR 6741	Primary Health Care II	3
NGR 6741L	Primary Health Care II -Pract.	1
NGR 7748C	Adv Clinical Pract Selective	3

Total Credits Required: 22