Gwynedd Mercy University 2025-2026 University Catalog 247
Non-Academic Criteria for Admission, Progression and Retention Compliance Requirements and Clearances: Required at the start of clinical
Testing Requirements: Testing using ExamSoft with exam ID and monitor Professional Liability / Health Insurance Coverage: Required at the start of clinical courses Other: Assessment clinical lab on campus during NUR 570 class required
POST-GRADUATE APRN CERTIFICATES
Program Name: Post-Graduate APRN Certificates Degree: Certificate Degrees Offered: Post-Graduate APRN Certificates Tracks: Adult Gerontology Primary Care NP, Pediatrics Primary Care NP and Family Nurse Practitioner Program Accreditation: Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education( www. ccneacreditation. org). CCNE; 655 K Street NW, Suite 750; Washington, DC 20001 Program Modality: Online and hybrid
Program Description: This program is designed for professional nurses who have earned a Master of Science in Nursing degree and seek further education to qualify for state and national certification as a nurse practitioner. Post-Graduate APRN certificates are offered for the following areas: Adult Gerontology Primary Care NP, Pediatrics Primary Care NP and Family Nurse Practitioner.
Preparation for Professional Licensure / Certification: Graduation from all of Gwynedd Mercy University ' s APRN programs prepares students for national certification by an associated certifying body. National certification is an expectation for practice nationwide. APRN authorization varies from state-tostate with some states awarding APRN licenses, some providing APRN endorsements on a nurse’ s RN licenses, or other systems which have been designated by the state’ s Board of Nursing. Students considering one of Gwynedd Mercy University ' s APRN programs are encouraged to contact the Board of Nursing in the state they wish to practice in to determine additional practice requirements.
Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the Post-Graduate APRN Certificate program, the graduate will:
PLO1 Contribute to the advancement of nursing knowledge through scientific inquiry to establish a foundation for evidence-based practice in advanced nursing roles.( AACN Domains 1, 4, 10) PLO2 Demonstrate expertise in providing population-based holistic care in advanced nursing roles in accordance with standards of practice and codes of ethics.( AACN Domains 1, 2, 3, 9) PLO3 Promote racial and social justice and health equity across diverse health care settings grounded in the Mercy tradition.( AACN Domains 2, 3, 7, 9, 10) PLO4 Collaborate with interprofessional teams, patients, families, and communities to optimize safe and effective patient care.( AACN Domains 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 9) PLO5 Use communication and information technology to improve the quality and efficiency of care delivery.( AACN Domains 5, 8) PLO6 Synthesize leadership principles and systems-based thinking to effectively contribute to databased decision making, transforming healthcare delivery and outcomes.( AACN Domains 5, 6, 7, 9, 10)