Adult Gerontological Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGNP)

At Florida Atlantic, the AGNP program stands out for its caring-based philosophy and strong clinical partnerships across South Florida. You鈥檒l learn in a hybrid format鈥攃ombining online and in-person courses鈥攐n campuses in Boca Raton, Davie, and Harbor Branch (transitioning to Jupiter). Clinical placements are secured for you in local communities, so you can focus on learning and patient care. The curriculum is designed for working nurses, offered part-time, and emphasizes leadership, evidence-based practice, and holistic health. Graduates are eligible for national certification and are prepared to lead in primary care, long-term care, telemedicine, and more.

Degrees Offered at Florida Atlantic

Graduate Degrees

  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Adult Gerontological Primary Care Nurse Practitioner concentration

Post Graduate Certificate

  • Adult Gerontological Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

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Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes

1. Prepare graduates to deliver advanced primary care to adolescents, adults, and older adults in diverse settings.
2. Develop leadership skills for holistic, evidence-based nursing practice.
3. Foster the ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.
4. Support lifelong learning and professional growth in advanced nursing roles.

1. Demonstrate advanced clinical decision-making and diagnostic reasoning.
2. Provide holistic, person-centered care across the adult lifespan.
3. Integrate research and evidence-based practice into clinical care.
4. Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
5. Meet eligibility requirements for national AGNP certification.

FAQs

Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores or Miller Analogy Test (MAT) are not required. Effective 2023, the GRE and MAT are not accepted for applicants who do not have a minimum GPA of a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

No, clinical experience is not a minimum admission requirement.

No, the program is offered part-time only, which is 8 semesters long and takes approximately 2.5 years to complete.

No, the curriculum is hybrid, a mixture of on-line and in person courses.

No, we will find a clinical site and preceptor for you, however please note that all of our clinical sites are located in South Florida only (Broward, Martin, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach Counties).

Please see the bulleted responses below.
鈥� Students in Nursing Administration and Financial Leadership, Nurse Educator, and Advanced Holistic Nursing may be considered for transfer to a different concentration (within Nursing Administration and Financial Leadership, Nurse Educator, and Advanced Holistic Nursing).
鈥� Students enrolled in an NP concentration may be considered for transfer to Nursing Administration and Financial Leadership, Nurse Educator, or Advanced Holistic Nursing.
鈥� Students enrolled in a NP concentration may be considered for transfer between NP concentrations (AGNP, FNP, PMHNP) based on CON policy.
鈥� Students in Nursing Administration and Financial Leadership, Nurse Educator, and Advanced Holistic Nursing may not transfer to an NP concentration. However, students may apply to an NP concentration during the regular application cycle.

In general, Graduate Program Applications can be improved by paying close attention to:
鈥� Writing ability
鈥� Resume
鈥� Experience in nursing relevant to the desired concentration
鈥� Evidence of contributions to the profession, leadership experiences, and/or participation in professional organizations
鈥� National Certification
鈥� Community service activities/Leadership
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Amanda Beasley

Academic Advisor III

Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing

Academic Advising | Staff

mailbeasleya@health.fau.edu
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Boca Raton Campus | NU 1021

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Katherine Chadwell, DNP, MBMSc, ARNP, GNP-BC, CPHQ

Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs | Associate Professor - PTT and Co-graduate Coordinator AGNP Concentration

Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing

mailkchadwel@health.fau.edu
call561-297-2535
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Boca Raton Campus | NU 102F

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Debra Hain, PhD, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, CNN-NP, FAAN, FAANP, FNKF

Professor (tenured) | Graduate Co-Coordinator AGNP Concentration

Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing

maildhain@health.fau.edu
call954-593-7759
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Boca Raton Campus | NU 322

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