The post-master's certificate in pediatric acute care nurse practitioner program is for currently practicing primary care pediatric nurse practitioners who wish to attain the pediatric acute care certification. It is a 22-credit program with a minimum of 540 clinical hours.
Graduates will be eligible to sit for certification through Pediatric Nursing Certification Board as an acute care pediatric nurse practitioner.
Specialty Courses
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PNP 5105 - Pediatric Clinical Pharmacology (3)
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PNP 5110 - Diagnostic Reasoning and Procedures for Pediatric Acute Care (3)
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NMID 6407 - Management of the Neonate and Breastfeeding (2)
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PNP 6610 - Acute Care of Children Theory 3A (3)
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PNP 6620 - Acute Care of Children Practicum 3A (3) (180 clinical hours)
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PNP 6630 - Advanced Care of Children Practicum 3: Chronic Conditions (4) (180 clinical hours)
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PNP 6640 - Advanced Care of Children Practicum 4: Complex Challenges (4) (180 clinical hours)
Applicants must have a minimum of one year of current experience as a pediatric nurse practitioner.