The M.S. program is not accepting applications for new students. New students interested in a career as a nurse practitioner or in nurse leadership should explore the B.S. to D.N.P. program or contact VCU Nursing admissions at (804) 827-0046 or VCU_Nurse@vcu.edu.
The information on this page is for current students in the M.S. program only.
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Concentration
Two-year full-time or three-year part-time in-person program
The M.S. in nursing with a concentration in adult-gerontology acute care nurse practitioner prepares graduates with the knowledge and skills for clinical practice to provide direct acute care to the entire spectrum of adults including young adults, adults and older adults. Graduates earn a M.S. in nursing and are eligible to apply for certification with the American Nurses Credentialing Center or the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses.
Program Details
In the M.S. adult-gerontology acute care concentration, your coursework will focus on the care of adult patients who are characterized as physiologically unstable, technologically dependent and/or are highly vulnerable to complications. You will learn advanced clinical skills, nursing theory, pharmacology, pathophysiology and health assessment skills to prepare you to provide direct acute care.
Financial Info
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