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2 Years On Campus Masters Program
Hofstra UniversityThe Master of Science with a major in Nursing Program's AGACNP track, through an interprofessional learning model, will graduate AGACNPs who will be prepared to provide quality, holistic, scientifically sound, and patient-centered care while optimizing the health and well-being of diverse populations and communities for the betterment of humanity.
The focus of the AGACNP track is to prepare graduates to provide patient-centered quality care to the adult and older adult population. The Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP applies evidence in practice designed to improve the quality of care and health outcomes. The adult-gerontology population-focused competencies incorporated into the Master of Science program build on the NP Core Competencies (NONPF, 2016, 2017).
BS in Nursing from an accredited institution with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale for baccalaureate nursing degree and subsequent graduate work. An unencumbered New York State RN license. Nursing clinical experience: Prior to entering the clinical coursework of the MS program in the fall of year 2, a minimum of two years of acute/critical care experience is required. Verification of a basic health assessment course. Verification of a statistics course. AHA Certification: current copy of ACLS certification. A resume that includes relevant work experiences (including dates of employment by month and year), evidence of community service, examples of leadership and commitment to the profession of nursing, and memberships in professional nursing organizations. Three letters of recommendation submitted through the online recommendation form A pre-admission interview. One essay. Comprehensive background check. Student Health Requirements: Proof of physical examination within one year of application, student NP liability insurance, and health insurance, current immunizations for MMR, Chickenpox, Hepatitis B, Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis. CASPer Test
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