Post-Master's Certificate in Family Nurse Practitioner

The family nurse practitioner certificate allows masters-prepared nurses to expand their scope of practice across the lifespan. This program option features an array of didactic and clinical experiences that focus on the primary care needs of patients, families and communities.

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Adminssion Requirements

Article	Requirement
Admission deadline:	Summer: March 31
Recommendations required:	Two letters of recommendation
Prior academic records	Official transcripts (from all post-secondary schools)
Statement of Purpose:	Compose a 250-500 word essay describing your reasons for undertaking study in nursing at The George Washington University, your academic objectives, career goals, and related qualifications (including relevant collegiate, professional, and/or community activities). Include any substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application form. Your essay should also speak to the role (e.g. FNP, AGACNP, etc.) that you are applying for and how your qualifications will help you succeed in this role both professionally and as a student.
Prerequisites	Master’s degree in nursing from a regionally accredited college or university
Additional:	Current resume Active and unencumbered nursing license Preferred scholastic GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from a regionally accredited college or university Successful completion of graduate-level courses in pathophysiology, pharmacology, and advanced health assessment Those eligible for admission to the Post Graduate FNP Certificate Program include: Women’s Health Nurse Practitioners, Pediatric Nurse Practitioners Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioners Acute Care Nurse Practitioners
International Requirements:	TOEFL is: Internet-based test: 100 or higher Paper test: 600 or higher The minimum required score for the IELTS is: An overall band score of 7.0 Individual band scores of 6.0 or higher

Supporting documents not submitted online should be mailed to:
Office of Admissions
45085 University Drive, Suite 201-T
Ashburn, VA 20147

Contact for questions:
nursing@gwu.edu ~ 571-553-0138 (phone)
https://nursing.gwu.edu/admissions-aid
9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday

The following requirements must be fulfilled: 17 credits in required courses and completion of 600 clinical hours.

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
Required
NURS 6227	Family Nurse Practitioner Clinical Practicum	1-7
NURS 6250	Family Nurse Practitioner I for Nurse Practitioners: Adult Primary Care Diagnosis Management	2
NURS 6251	Family Nurse Practitioner II for Nurse Practitioners: Lifespan Primary Care Diagnosis Management	4
NURS 6252	Family Nurse Practitioner III for Nurse Practitioners: Lifespan Primary Care Diagnosis Management	4