APPLY TODAY! The Post-Master鈥檚 Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Certificate Program is designed for nurses who already hold a master鈥檚 degree in nursing and want to expand their scope of practice into primary care. Through this specialized certificate pathway, experienced nurses gain the knowledge and advanced clinical skills needed to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based care to patients across the lifespan. Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs) are advanced practice providers who assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of health conditions while promoting disease prevention and wellness in individuals, families, and communities. Graduates of UAH鈥檚 Post-Master鈥檚 FNP Certificate Program are prepared to practice in diverse settings, including private practices, community health centers, health systems, and universities鈥攃ollaborating with other health professionals to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care. Through rigorous coursework, hands-on clinical experiences, and interprofessional collaboration, UAH鈥檚 FNP program equips you with the advanced knowledge and clinical competence needed to make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of the populations you serve. Program Highlights Comprehensive Primary Care Focus The FNP curriculum prepares you to provide holistic primary care across the lifespan. You鈥檒l learn to: Conduct comprehensive and focused health assessments for patients of all ages. Diagnose and manage acute and chronic health conditions using evidence-based strategies. Promote wellness and prevent disease through education and lifestyle interventions. Coordinate care across diverse healthcare environments, including private practices and community health centers. Clinical Expertise Through supervised practice with experienced FNPs and UAH faculty, you鈥檒l apply classroom learning in real-world settings. This hands-on training develops your confidence and competence in assessing, diagnosing, and managing a wide range of health conditions across the lifespan. Interprofessional Collaboration You鈥檒l work alongside professionals in health systems, hospitals, and community settings to coordinate safe, effective, and person-centered care. The program builds leadership skills for advocating and improving health outcomes. Cultural Competence and Patient-Centered Care You鈥檒l use evidence-based practices and cultural awareness to deliver compassionate care. Program Details Spring Plan of StudySummer Plan of StudyFall Plan of Study Admission Requirements Graduation from a Commission for Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission of Nursing Education (ACEN), or Commission on Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) accredited program with a masters in nursing. An overall grade-point average minimum of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in all Masters of Science in Nursing coursework. For students applying to the Family Nurse Practitioner track, applicants must have 1000 hours as an RN before beginning their clinical hours. Current, unencumbered US registered nurse license Licensure State Contacts Authorized States Prerequisites/Co-requisites Advanced Health Assessment, Advanced Pathophysiology, and Advanced Pharmacology are required prerequisites/co-requisites. These courses can be taken at UAH or another institution before applying to the program, or they may take them while in the program. All three courses must not be older than two years at the time of admission. Clinical Hour Requirements Once admitted into the program, students will be required to complete 720 clinical hours, including a minimum of 600 direct patient care hours with a physician or nurse practitioner. These hours must include experience caring for adults across the lifespan, from young adults to the elderly. The remaining hours may include clinical seminars, pre-approved continuing education, simulation experiences, or specialty rotations approved by the Nurse Practitioner Coordinator. Clinical rotations are currently only available in Alabama or Tennessee. Delivery Mode The AGACNP track is a hybrid program with on-campus and online components. Classes typically meet every other Wednesday except where noted. Certificate Program Outcomes Upon successful completion of the certificate program, the graduate will be able to: Integrate theoretical foundations of nursing knowledge, science, humanities, and scholarly inquiry in advanced-level nursing practice. Demonstrate advanced-level nursing practice that is evidence-based and adheres to scientific, ethical, legal, and professional standards in the delivery of compassionate, person-centered care. Evaluate policies, care delivery models, and organizational structures/processes for efficacy in meeting current and future health care needs of diverse communities and populations. Evaluate findings from research to create evidenced-based practice policies and protocols to improve health care delivery and outcomes. Use improvement processes in all health care settings to promote quality and safety principles. Engage in strategies that promote intra-and interprofessional communication and collaboration to deliver advanced care for diverse populations. Evaluate system-based strategies to provide equitable care and improve access to health care. Incorporate informatics principles in the use of current and emerging technologies in advanced-level nursing practice. Exemplify professional practice at the advanced level by promoting ethical values and professional standards. Assume responsibility for life-long learning and continuing personal, professional, and leadership development.