Family Nurse Practitioner PGC Program in Columbia

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Degree Overview

Family Nurse Practitioner Post Graduate Certificate

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This campus is Not Enrolling New Students for this program. Please review our Online Nursing Programs for other options at https://www.southuniversity.edu/online/degrees-programs/nursing .

Admission Requirements

Please see the South University academic catalog for program specific admissions requirements.

Course Requirements

Outcomes

The Family Nurse Practitioner Post Graduate Certificate program prepares you to:

Integrate specialty standards of advanced practice nursing to deliver culturally competent, quality health care services to individuals, families, populations, and systems.
Exercise effective leadership, critical thinking, and communication skills to develop and implement advanced nursing practice services in Primary Care.
Integrate professional nursing standards, values, and accountability into your role and development as an advanced practice nurse.
Utilize information technology and an evidence-based research approach in the development of nursing knowledge and design of health care services for clients, populations, and systems.
Ensure advanced levels of clinical judgment, systems thinking, and accountability to implement and evaluate evidence-based care for diverse individuals and populations.

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success stories

Outstanding Education for Remarkable Careers

We're committed to helping our graduates make impact in their professional and personal lives. We applaud our nursing alumni and the difference they make. Check out what some of our nursing graduates have to say.

Michela Lambert Mazard
Class of ‘11 and ‘16
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing-South University, Online Programs
“I wanted an education that would prepare me to build relationships and treat patients and families throughout their lifespan with interaction among their physical, emotional, and mental systems. I chose South University because I was confident that I would receive a well-rounded education that ensures I am armed with the skill set I need to provide the best care possible. Read more”

Charrita Ernewein
Class of ‘12 and ‘15
Master of Science in Nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice-South University, Tampa
“Being a military wife, I had the opportunity to work all over as a nurse in many specialties. Now that my children are older, I am focused on helping others, training the next generation of nurses and nurse practitioners, fighting human trafficking and influencing the policies that affect my profession. Read more”

Adrienne Hampton
Class of '16
Master of Science in Nursing-South University, Online Programs
“I can truly say that during my experience at South University I have only encountered positive, encouraging, intelligent, and professional staff who want their students to be successful. The online courses have been challenging but knowledge enhancing as well. I have learned discipline and have decreased my test anxiety through weekly quizzes, our midterms and final exams. Moreover, the Practicum experience has exceeded my expectations by allowing me to apply what I have read, researched, and studied into practice”

Sergio Ocampo
Class of '10
Bachelor of Science in Nursing-South University, Online Programs
“[I] considered myself a competent nurse, but after I received my BSN from South University, my confidence [went] through the roof, making me a valuable asset to my hospital [and] earning high respect from my colleagues and hospital administration.”

Samira Monet' Hayes
Class of '13
Bachelor of Science in Nursing-South University, Columbia
“If it was not for South University professors and clinical instructors, I would not have the foundation and knowledge-base to be a successful, critical thinking nurse. Education is the key, simple and true. If I had not earned my degree I would not be in the position I am in today, nor would the opportunities that present themselves to me be available.”

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing, the Master of Science in Nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice Programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).