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Doctoral Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Become a nursing leader, providing comprehensive adult care with a doctorate from our top-ranked College of Nursing and Public Health.
Why Earn a DNP in Adult Gerontology Primary Care?
The DNP (doctorate in nursing practice) program prepares nurses to be all-encompassing care practitioners with the skills to provide continuous care to patients, including young adults, adults and older adults, across settings and during transitions. The DNP graduate program is prepared to improve health and care outcomes through the translation of new science, its application and evaluation. In addition, DNP graduates will generate evidence through their practice to make a positive difference in practice and outcomes of care.
Why Choose the DNP Program in Adult Gerontology Primary Care at Adelphi?
- Receive personalized attention in our small classroom setting while learning on the most advanced technology in our state-of-the-art simulation center.
- Benefit from the program’s flexibility, with part-time and online options that cater to working professionals, as well as reduced required credits and clinical residency hours for students who have related MS degrees.
- Gain hands-on experience in a variety of clinical settings, including community health clinics, health maintenance organizations, specialty clinics, correctional facilities and private medical practices as part of the programs extensive required clinical practicum.
Doctoral nursing student with patients in the Nexus Building.
94%*
* based on Adelphi University Career Outcomes Survey: Class of 2020
of our graduate students say that Adelphi University increased their understanding of the roles and responsibilities of professionals in their field
based on Adelphi University Career Outcomes Survey: Class of 2020
State-of-the-Art Technology
We offer our nursing students uniquely tailored clinical experiences by simulating the hospital setting in our 100,000-square-foot Nexus Building, with simulation labs, a smart-home healthcare system and telepresence robots.
Our state-of-the-art simulation lab provides our students with the highest-quality simulation technology in a safe learning environment so they receive the education, practice and exposure they need when applying for their first job.
Students have access to two simulation manikins:
- Victoria, our birthing manikin, simulates a live birth and is one of only two such manikins in the tristate area.
- Hal, our new state-of-the-art pediatric manikin, is the most advanced pediatric patient simulator in the United States—capable of simulating lifelike emotions through dynamic facial expressions, movement and speech.
Clinical Education and Simulation Lab (CESiL)
Located in the Nexus Building, the 22-bed CESiL houses seven clinical exam rooms, a pediatric exam room, a delivery room and a home-care setting. Students learn in a safe environment, where mistakes can be made without endangering patients, and train in situations ranging from routine to emergency. Launch Gallery
Clinical Education and Simulation Lab (CESiL)
Located in the Nexus Building, the 22-bed CESiL houses seven clinical exam rooms, a pediatric exam room, a delivery room and a home-care setting. Students learn in a safe environment, where mistakes can be made without endangering patients, and train in situations ranging from routine to emergency. 7 Photos-
During a high-fidelity simulation, a faculty member provides remote support to nursing students to guide them through a variety of clinical scenarios. -
Telepresence robots like this one are used for remote monitoring in CESiL’s home-care suite as well as in the growing home healthcare field. They enhance both nursing and healthcare informatics students’ educational experience. -
For College of Nursing and Public Health nursing students, learning in the various CESiL simulated settings and situations is like training in a real hospital. That experience was especially invaluable in the midst of the pandemic, nursing students said. -
By practicing their clinical skills in a realistic hospital setting and learning how to safely and accurately administer medications, nursing students become well prepared for their first RN jobs. -
Here, a cohort of students addresses an emergency code situation with a high-fidelity manikin and gains experience in electronic medical record processes. Various manikins, supportive supplies and state-of-the-art equipment enable faculty and students to translate theory into practice. -
Faculty use this pediatric manikin to train their students in everything from routine to emergency experiences. When used with an obesity suit, the manikin enables nurses to learn about the treatment of child obesity, a growing problem in the 6-to-9 age bracket. -
Victoria, a high-fidelity maternal simulator manikin, arrived at CESiL with two baby manikins in March 2019—able to simulate a complete range of situations that nurses may face in the delivery room, from typical neonatal care to obstetric emergencies.
Program Info
Courses & Requirements
Application Requirements
Admission Requirements for Post-Baccalaureate DNP program (policy):
- Baccalaureate degree in Nursing from accredited program by either CCNE or CNEA • GPA 3.0 and B grade or higher in all nursing and science courses.
- 3 letters of reference from doctorally prepared nursing faculty or colleague. At least two of these references should be from a supervisor or faculty member
- Interview with faculty teaching in program
- Curriculum Vitae
- Minimum of 1 year working experience post baccalaureate.
- 500 word written essay addressing the applicant’s vision of his/her future role with a DNP degree.
Advanced standing admission, additional eligibility requirements:
- Master’s degree
- Focus as an Adult Gerontology Primary Care NP
- National certification as an Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP may be admitted with advanced standing
- National certification as an Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP
- One year of clinical experience as a nurse practitioner.
On February 8th, 2022, Adelphi was asked by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) to provide additional documentation (aka “show cause”) to demonstrate Adelphi's full compliance with one element of one standard (among four) for continued accreditation of our master’s programs. The element is specific to clinical practice experiences and outcomes provided in our nursing education master’s program. We are confident in our ability to adequately demonstrate our compliance for continued accreditation by CCNE. Our leadership and faculty are taking the necessary steps required by CCNE.
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Awards & Recognition
U.S. News & World Report
U.S. News & World Report ranks Adelphi's nursing master's program in the top 20% nationwide on its 2022 Best Graduate Schools list.
Highly Ranked
Abound
Adelphi has been recognized among the nation’s Top Professional Graduate Degree programs by Abound: Grad School for providing affordable and flexible options, accessibility to professors and campus support services, opportunities to accelerate graduation, and prep for sustained career growth.
Top Grad Schools
College Factual
According to College Factual, Adelphi University’s nursing program is in the top 5% of nursing programs in the nation.
Top ranked in Nursing
National League for Nursing
Adelphi’s College of Nursing and Public Health is one of only 10 nursing programs across the nation to be recognized by the National League for Nursing for our excellence in nursing education.
Excellence in Nursing Education
Colleges of Distinction
Adelphi University has been recognized as a Career Development College for the exceptional way in which our institution is equipping students with the skills to succeed in their lifelong career journey.
Career Development Excellence
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Location
Nexus Building 338