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

MS in Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

Virginia Commonwealth University

Program Overview

The VCU School of Nursing adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioner concentration prepares graduates for advanced practice registered nurse roles by developing the knowledge and skills needed to diagnose and manage common acute and chronic health problems in adults, ranging from adolescents to the elderly. 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, including health promotion and disease prevention.

Program Key Stats

$26300 (Annual cost)
$ 65



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Eligibility Criteria


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150
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620
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70

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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