MSN - Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

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Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Prepare to assess, diagnose, and treat adult patients across the lifespan through a flexible graduate pathway grounded in prevention, chronic disease management, and evidence-based primary care.

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Program Snapshot

Prepare for adult-focused primary care across the continuum of aging

Misericordia’s online Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program offers a primary care track for nurses who want to pursue advanced practice. This pathway provides the knowledge and skills to assess, diagnose, and treat adults, from young adults through the elderly.

Graduates of the program are eligible to take the adult gerontology primary care nurse practitioner certification examination offered by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

At a Glance

Primary Focus

Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of adult patients

Population

Young adults through the elderly

Certification Prep

AANP and ANCC eligibility pathway

Accreditation

CCNE through AACN

Built for prevention, chronic care, and healthy aging

A pathway designed to prepare nurses for long-term, relationship-based care focused on wellness, advocacy, and active aging.

Why We Stand Out

Designed for confident, primary care-focused clinicians

Misericordia’s AGPCNP program blends flexibility, faculty support, and practice-focused preparation to help students succeed.

Clinical placement services

Clinical placement services included in tuition.

Progressive online learning

A flexible online environment designed for working professionals.

Tuition discounts

Tuition discounts for select healthcare partners.

No entrance exams

No entrance exams or application fees.

Built-in DNP credits

6 DNP credits built into master’s coursework.

Small classes

Personalized instruction and direct faculty engagement.

Clinical workshops and advanced simulation

Applied learning experiences that strengthen readiness for adult-gerontology primary care practice.

Program Pathways

Choose the path that fits your Adult Gerontology Primary Care NP journey

Whether you are entering graduate study or planning for doctoral preparation, Misericordia offers clear pathways into Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner practice.

Graduate Path

MSN (AGPCNP)

Designed for BSN-prepared nurses ready to prepare for advanced practice in adult-gerontology primary care.

Primary care preparation for adult patients
Strong clinical and didactic integration
Built for certification readiness

View MSN Curriculum →

Doctoral Path

BSN–DNP (AGPCNP)

For BSN-prepared nurses who want Adult Gerontology Primary Care NP preparation while advancing to the Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Direct pathway from BSN to doctoral-level preparation
Adult-gerontology primary care focus
Supports long-term leadership growth

View BSN–DNP Curriculum →

Outcomes

What you’ll be prepared to do

Through a combination of theory-based learning and real-world application, you’ll learn best practices that can help you better treat long-term, chronic illnesses and health issues such as diabetes and hypertension.

Health Histories & Assessment

Record detailed health histories and tailor assessments based on data to promote healthy lifestyle changes.

Prevention & Advocacy

Develop the strategic and technical knowledge needed to advocate for illness prevention and health promotion.

Condition Management

Confidently assess patient conditions and develop treatment plans that support more active years for adult patients.

Opportunities

A specialty with room to grow

Less than 10% of the quarter-million nurse practitioners working in the U.S. are adult-gerontology nurse practitioners
Less than 5% of nurse practitioners focus in adult-gerontology primary care
Adult-gerontology is one of the largest NP subfields, with nearly 16% of nurse practitioners nationwide in adult care
Average salary: $102,526
AGNPs report an overall job satisfaction rating of “extremely satisfied”

Untapped potential in adult primary care

This pathway prepares you to enter a growing specialty focused on long-term health, prevention, and healthy aging.

Adult gerontology primary care clinical learning

Clinical Education in Action

Where adult-focused care and clinical confidence come together

Misericordia’s AGPCNP pathway prepares students to step into adult-focused primary care with strong assessment skills, clinical judgment, and a patient-centered approach to long-term wellness.

Flexible online learning built for working nurses
Faculty guidance grounded in real-world practice
Preparation for prevention, advocacy, and chronic care management
Clinical learning that supports confidence, compassion, and advanced practice readiness

Major Options

Choose the path that fits your background