Post-Graduate Nursing Certificate

A Post-Graduate Certificate, also known as a Post-Master’s Certificate, was made for registered nurses who have a graduate degree, such as an MSN, MSN-NP or DNP degree. You can expand your education, pursue a leadership role or gain skills in critical areas of need. With this program, you complete the courses and clinicals for your new specialization without having to enroll in another MSN, MSN-NP or DNP program.

Yes, the program is designed for those who seek another specialization.

For nurses looking for a leadership role, we offer these specializations:

• Nursing Leadership and Administration
• Nursing Education
• Healthcare Technology, Simulation and Informatics

We also offer these advanced Nurse Practitioner specializations:

• Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
• Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
• Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (PPCNP)
• Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Your practicum experiences are personalized for you—they’re in your community and possibly at your own organization. Under the supervision of a Master’s or Doctoral degree-prepared nurse preceptor or clinical nurse specialist, you’ll apply newly-acquired advanced skills and enhance your nursing network. If needed, we can help you identify your practicum experience locations.

The Post-Graduate Nursing Certificate program is built for working professionals like you with online Empowered Learning courses, which allow you to learn by doing, manage your pace and stay connected to faculty and peers. You can participate in live sessions or listen to the recorded sessions when it's convenient. Our model allows for flexibility in each course. No weekly deadlines mean you have the ability to manage your schedule within each term while also striving to complete your degree as quickly as possible. 14-day attendance windows keep you on track and connected.

You can build meaningful relationships through community and peer-to-peer mentorships. Connect with faculty and nursing students not only in your specific field, but also in other specializations. As you practice on site, you’ll work alongside other nurses who can share what it takes to succeed in their roles.

Our Post-Graduate Certificate in Nursing program is offered online with clinical experiences in your own community. This program is not available to residents of all states. Please speak with an admissions advisor to determine your eligibility for enrollment.