1. Virginia Commonwealth University
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  4. MS in Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

MS in Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

Virginia Commonwealth University

Program Overview

The VCU School of Nursing adult-gerontology acute care nurse practitioner concentration prepares graduates for advanced practice registered nurse roles by developing the knowledge and skills needed to manage acutely ill adults, ranging from adolescents to the elderly, through all phases of their hospitalization. Students learn to manage patients through comprehensive physical and psychosocial assessments, use of decision-making/diagnostic reasoning processes, performance of advanced practice skills and procedures, and implementation of evidence-based treatment strategies. Graduates of the AGACNP concentration are prepared to diagnose and manage complex health problems of adults across the life span, including acute/critical illness and injuries, as well as exacerbations of chronic conditions.

Program Key Stats

$26300 (Annual cost)
$ 65



79 %

Eligibility Criteria


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150
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620
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Additional Information & Requirements

International Graduate Application, Official Transcripts, Personal Statement, T hree Reference Letters, Resume, Financial certification, Test scores: IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, GMAT, GRE

Career Options

  • Medical researcher
  • epidemiologist
  • pharmaceutical researcher
  • research scientist
  • bioinformatics developer and analyst
  • bioinformatics scientist
  • bioinformation programmer

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