Online Practitioner Degree :: Accredited Universities

The Adult-Gerontological Health Nurse Practitioner Program prepares nurses as expert providers of primary health care to young adults, adults, older adults and their families across health care settings. The primary focus of the program is to prepare the graduate to promote, maintain, supervise, and restore health, identify health risks, and assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic illnesses common in primary care. The ability to function as an educator, leader, consultant, advocate, and change agent is an essential to the development of clinical expertise in this role.

Graduate Curriculum Objectives
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- Integrate clinical prevention and population health concepts in the provision of evidence-based, culturally relevant healthcare.

- Incorporate knowledge from nursing and related sciences into the delivery of advanced nursing care across diverse populations

- Translate relevant research to improve practice and associated health outcomes for diverse populations.

- Demonstrate leadership skills in the provision of high quality health care and within the context of an interprofessional team.

- Integrate current and emerging technologies into the delivery of safe, quality care.

- Interpret the effect of legal and regulatory processes on nursing practice, healthcare delivery, and outcomes.

- Apply ethical analysis and social responsibility to delivery of advanced nursing care across diverse populations.

- Demonstrate cultural competence to improve patient and population outcomes.

- Demonstrate behaviors of professional engagement and life-long learning in the provision of quality health care.

Entry Requirements

- Baccalaureate degree with a major in nursing (non-nursing bachelor degrees, see Clinical Practice Portfolio below)*

- Minimum of one year's recent relevant experience (preferred)

- Unofficial transcripts from all college/universities attended

- Cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0.

- Current professional Registered Nurse license

- Three credit undergraduate course in Health Assessment (by advisement)

- Three credit undergraduate course in Statistics (by advisement)

Clinical Practice Portfolio - Applicants to a master's program with a non-nursing bachelor's degree are required to submit a clinical practice portfolio to be evaluated for baccalaureate-level nursing competencies once they have been admitted to a program. The Clinical Practice Portfolio fee is $300. If the portfolio does not meet academic standards, the student cannot be matriculated.

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The major emphases of the nurse practitioner tracks are to develop graduates with:

1. A base for continued inquiry and contributions to the art and science of nursing and the knowledge and skills to exert a leadership role in the formulation of healthcare policy,

2. Expertise in the provision of health care, and

3. Leadership ability in today’s healthcare environment.

Students complete courses in theory of advanced nursing practice where they develop skills in making independent clinical judgments as well as participate in experiences involving peer review, client advocacy, the development of collaborative, interdisciplinary relationships and role negotiation. Clinical instruction is carried out by nurse practitioners and/or physicians who model collaborative practice behaviors. This model of instruction allows the student to see the complementary roles of the advanced practice nurse and the physician and demonstrates the unique contributions of nursing to the care of clients.

The A.G.N.P. program prepares nurses to provide a range of healthcare services that promote wellness, prevent illness and manage health and illness needs of adults across the lifespan. The scope of practice of either the primary care or acute care N.P. is not setting specific, but is based on patient care needs. The particular expertise of the primary care A.G.N.P. emphasizes disease prevention, health promotion and the management of patients with acute and chronic multi-system health problems. The patient population of the acute care A.G.N.P. includes care of patients with complex acute, critical and chronic illness, disability and/or injury. The number of credits and clinical hours are determined by requirements for board certification in adult-gerontology. Graduates of the A.G.N.P. M.S.N. track complete a minimum of 600 supervised clinical practice hours and are eligible to sit for national certification in Primary Care or Acute Care through either the American Nurses Credentialing Center or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Program.

Entry Requirements

The following prerequisites for admission must have been achieved by candidates prior to admission to a master’s-level program.

- Graduation from an N.L.N.A.C. or C.C.N.E.-accredited baccalaureate nursing program with a cumulative 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale

- Proof of current licensure as a registered nurse

- Undergraduate Course in Nursing Research

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The Master of Business Administration for Health Care Professionals is a specialized degree program designed to prepare health care practitioners to meet the challenges of a changing administrative environment. It is intended to transition health care practitioners interested in the business side of their industry into that realm. The curriculum offers broad-based knowledge needed by middle and upper level managers in health care organizations.

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BS in HES, Human Development & Family Studies with a Concentration in Child Development Practitioner
Prepare to shape the future for young children enrolled in Head Start agencies by earning your degree online from The University of Alabama. By earning your Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences with a major in Human Development and Family Studies and a concentration in Child Development Practitioner you will focus on developing your knowledge and skill sets within the area of childcare. This program is solely for those who work in Head Start agencies.

Through your coursework, you will gain an understanding of the growth and development of children from birth to eight years of age and be able to guide them through one of the most important developmental stages. You can develop a better understanding of the parent/child relationship, as well as the physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of young children. You will be taught how to design, implement and evaluate programs for children in preschool programs. The knowledge and skills you gain through this program prepare you to teach children and families to solve life problems and successfully interact with others.

A unique feature of the Child Development Practitioner concentration is that you can apply for prior learning credit, which allows your work experience to count toward your degree.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have completed a high school or diploma from an accredited institution.

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The family nurse practitioner specialty is in high demand in rural states like Kansas. A family nurse practitioner provides a unique blend of nursing and medical care to families and individuals, including newborns, infants, children, adolescents, adults, pregnant and postpartum women, and older adults. The FNP degree is a hybrid program, with a combination of online classes, on-campus classes and preceptor-ship courses completed close to home. Students must have a Kansas nursing license to enroll in this program, which is fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). FNP graduates of Fort Hays State University have passed the national certification with a 100% success rate.

Entry Requirements

Complete a baccalaureate degree with an upper division major in nursing from a program accredited by a nationally recognized nursing accrediting authority (CCNE or NLNAC).

Complete MAT with minimum score of 376; OR, alternate test: GRE with minimum score of Verbal Reasoning 140, Quantitative Reasoning at 140, and Analytical Writing at 4.0.

Demonstrate a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) for the baccalaureate nursing degree.

Hold current RN license to practice professional nursing in the United States.

a. FNP must hold current valid RN license to practice professional nursing in Kansas.

Complete an undergraduate course in Health Assessment, Pathophysiology and Statistics (3 credit hour course each) with a grade of "B" or better.

Demonstrate aptitude and attitude for advanced professional nursing studies.

One full year of clinical experience (20-80 hours) as a practicing registered nurse.

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