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Master of Arts in Nursing - Gerontological Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist Track College of St Scholastica, USA

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School of Nursing

Course summary

The program is designed for students enrolled in NP or CNS tracks at St. Scholastica who choose to add the specialization of gerontology to their role, thereby becoming eligible for dual certification as a GNP or Gerontological CNS. The Advanced Practice Gerontological Track prepares nurses with advanced knowledge and clinical expertise in the care of older adults. Gerontological nurses in advanced practice roles integrate relevant knowledge from nursing and other disciplines in their practice and participate in interdisciplinary relationships to create or influence the highest quality of care, the healthcare environment, and positive outcomes for older adults. They demonstrate advanced levels of knowledge, skill, forward thinking, and flexibility (ANA, 2001). Practice sites include clinics, outpatient settings, long-term care facilities, hospitals, and communitybased settings such as senior housing of all types. Post-Master's advanced practice nurses who have a master's degree as an NP or CNS can add this specialization to their current practice role. A certificate of completion is earned, qualifying candidates to sit for national certification. Gerontology Specialization Courses: NSG 6630, NSG 6633, NSG 6635, NSG 6637, NSG 6639, BIO 5125.

Entry requirement for international students

Students should have earned a baccalaureate degree (Master's Degree applicants) or a master's degree (PostMaster certificate applicants) with a major in nursing from a CCNE or NLN accredited program; submit all official transcripts of baccalaureate and graduate coursework; have completed the undergraduate prerequisite requirements; have earned a cumulative GPA of 3.00; submit official score for MAT or GRE taken within the past five years. (Waived for post-master certificate seeking applicants); demonstrate computer competency. submit a completed Master of Arts in Nursing essay.

College of St Scholastica accepts IELTS*

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Qualification

Masters

Awarding body

College Of St Scholastica

Department name

School of Nursing

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