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Become equipped to handle complex patients in an acute, fast-paced setting through earning this post-master’s certificate. Brenau’s acute care curriculum will give you an in-depth knowledge of pathophysiology and management of intricate patient health issues.
Duration: 2 Semesters
Location: North Atlanta
Class Type: Hybrid
Student opportunities
- Earn your post-master’s certificate in only two semesters
- Provide care to adults in a hospital and specialty clinics including cardiology and pulmonology
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests
- Develop treatment plans consistent with evidence-based practice
- Challenge yourself by working in critical care and specialty practices
Outcomes
Upon completion of the Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Post-Master’s Certificate, graduates will be able to:
- Demonstrate exceptional care to a growing adult and geriatric population
- Develop treatment plans consistent with evidence-based practice
- Apply advanced diagnostic skills, therapeutic interventions and collaborative abilities
- Manage complex patient health issues
Coursework overview
- NG 907 – Healthcare Systems, Policy and Law
- NG 912 – Acute Care I
- NG 913 – Acute Care I Clinical
- NG 914 – Acute Care II
- NG 915 – Acute Care II Clinical Practicum
Have questions about the application process?
Contact Jennifer Benning, admissions counselor, at 770-534-6207 or jbenning@brenau.edu
To be considered for this program the applicant must meet all of the following requirements:
Admissions document requirements
- All official college transcripts
- Resume
- Nursing license
Admissions GPA requirements
3.0 minimum GPA from all college transcripts
Additional admissions requirements
- MSN or DNP degree from regionally accredited institution
- FNP certification