Top Online Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Programs (AGNP)

The University of Utah’s Gerontology Interdisciplinary Program offers a range of educational opportunities, including a Master of Science in Gerontology, undergraduate minors, and graduate certificates. The program prepares professionals to understand and address issues related to aging, emphasizing an interdisciplinary approach. It includes online courses suitable for working professionals and those requiring flexible schedules. A new dual degree option combines the MS in Gerontology with a Master of Physician Assistant Studies, focusing on aging populations.

Madonna University’s BSN to DNP Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) program combines hybrid, online, and on-campus coursework. It requires 70 credits and includes 600 hours of direct patient care in various acute settings. The program emphasizes evidence-based patient care, leadership, and interdisciplinary care transitions. Graduates are prepared for the Adult Gerontology Certification Exam and to obtain Nurse Practitioner specialty certification in Michigan. Full-time and part-time options are available.

UNC Greensboro’s Master of Science in Gerontology program is a fully online, asynchronous program designed for those seeking to advance their careers in aging services. The program, which requires 30 credit hours, prepares students for leadership roles in various settings such as healthcare, government, and community organizations. It emphasizes evidence-based practice and includes options for capstone experiences like research, internships, or service-learning. No GRE is required for admission.