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If you hold a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), a DNP specialist certificate is a great option for upgrading or expanding your credentials. Likewise, a post-master’s certificate is a wonderful option for those with a master’s degree in nursing. We offer certificates in the following areas:
In most cases, students are required to complete only the courses essential for competence in the new area, or that are required to sit for a certification exam. Classes meet on Tuesdays to accommodate students who are combining work, home, and school. Full-time and part-time enrollment options can be customized to fit your life.
Any student wishing to complete clinical experiences outside the State of TN must verify that State is a member of NC-SARA and seek permission from that State Board of Nursing. Clinical placements in some States may not be able to be accommodated due to specific State Board of Nursing regulations.
To get an inside look at Southern’s nursing programs, download The Complete Guide to Advanced Nursing Degrees at Southern Adventist University.
All application steps are to be fully completed by the dates listed.
Term | U.S. Residents | International |
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Fall | April 1 | March 1 |
Winter | October 1 | August 1 |
Before enrolling, we will need acceptable documentation of these items. Upload them
through your Application Status Page.Once you are accepted
Applicants who are not citizens or permanent residents of the United States are considered international students and must meet additional requirements for admission.
International students who will be coming to Southern's campus need some additional information about travel documents and living on campus.
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Select an emphasis:
The Acute Care Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner emphasis prepares graduates for nurse-practitioner certification and for obtaining advanced-practice licensure. The ACNP-A/G works in inpatient and outpatient adult settings, caring for patients with complex health problems. Common roles include hospitalist, intensivist, and acute-care specialty practice.
The Nurse Educator emphasis prepares graduates for nursing-education roles. Common employment settings include college/university nursing programs, hospital education departments, or other community health-education areas. This emphasis is also available completely online.
The Primary Care—Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner emphasis prepares graduates for nurse-practitioner certification and for obtaining advanced-practice licensure. The AGNP cares for adult and elderly patients in primary care and long-term care settings.
The Primary Care—Family Nurse Practitioner emphasis prepares graduates for nurse-practitioner certification and for obtaining advanced-practice licensure. The FNP provides primary care services for individuals, families, and communities. Common practice settings include family practice, urgent/emergency care, and outpatient specialty offices.
The Primary Care—Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner emphasis prepares graduates for nurse-practitioner certification and for obtaining advanced-practice licensure. The PMHNP provides mental health care, counseling, and psychotherapy services to individuals, groups, and families. Practice settings include inpatient and outpatient/office/clinic centers.
Acute Care—Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Certificate courses | Credits | ||
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NURS 520 | Health Promotion Across the Lifespan | 2 | |
NURS 550 | Advanced Pathophysiology | 3 | |
NURS 552 | Advanced Pharmacology | 3 | |
NURS 555 | Advanced Health Assessment | 4 | |
NURS 590 | Orientation to Nursing Graduate Clinical Practicum | 0 | |
NURS 640 | Primary Care of Adults I | 3 | |
NURS 645 | Practicum I: Primary Care of Adults | 4 | |
NURS 650 | Primary Care of Adults II | 3 | |
NURS 657 | Acute Care Concepts and Skills I | 3 | |
NURS 659 | Acute Care Concepts and Skills II | 3 | |
NURS 671 | Practicum I: Acute Care of Adults | 3 | |
NURS 673 | Practicum II: Acute Care of Adults | 3 | |
NURS 685 | Role Development for Advanced Practice | 1 | |
RELT 545 | God and Human Suffering | 3 | |
RELB 548 | Jesus as Healer | 3 | |
Acute Care—Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Certificate Total 38 |
Nurse Educator Certificate Courses | Credits | ||
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NURS 520 | Health Promotion Across the Lifespan | 2 | |
NURS 550 | Advanced Pathophysiology | 3 | |
NURS 552 | Advanced Pharmacology | 3 | |
NURS 555 | Advanced Health Assessment | 4 | |
NURS 621 | Nursing Curriculum Design | 3 | |
NURS 631 | Classroom Instruction and Evaluation | 3 | |
NURS 641 | Practicum: Area of Clinical Emphasis | 2 | |
NURS 643 | Educator Role Practicum: Area of Clinical Emphasis | 3 | |
NURS 648 | Clinical and Simulation Instruction in Nursing | 3 | |
EDUC 531 | Technology and the Educator | 3 | |
RELT 545 | God and Human Suffering | 3 | |
RELB 548 | Jesus as Healer | 3 | |
Nurse Educator Certificate Total 32 |
Primary Care—Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Certificate courses | Credits | ||
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NURS 520 | Health Promotion Across the Lifespan | 2 | |
NURS 550 | Advanced Pathophysiology | 3 | |
NURS 552 | Advanced Pharmacology | 3 | |
NURS 555 | Advanced Health Assessment | 4 | |
NURS 556 | Family and Community Systems | 2 | |
NURS 590 | Orientation to Nursing Graduate Clinical Practicum | 0 | |
NURS 640 | Primary Care of Adults I | 3 | |
NURS 645 | Practicum I: Primary Care of Adults | 4 | |
NURS 650 | Primary Care of Adults II | 3 | |
NURS 655 | Practicum II: Primary Care of Adults | 4 | |
NURS 661 | Geriatric Primary and Long-term Care | 3 | |
NURS 664 | Practicum: Geriatric Primary and Long-term Care | 2 | |
NURS 685 | Role Development for Advanced Practice | 1 | |
RELT 545 | God and Human Suffering | 3 | |
RELB 548 | Jesus as Healer | 3 | |
Primary Care—Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Certificate Total 37 |
Primary Care—Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate COURSES | Credits | ||
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NURS 520 | Health Promotion Across the Lifespan | 2 | |
NURS 550 | Advanced Pathophysiology | 3 | |
NURS 552 | Advanced Pharmacology | 3 | |
NURS 555 | Advanced Health Assessment | 4 | |
NURS 556 | Family and Community Systems | 2 | |
NURS 590 | Orientation to Nursing Graduate Clinical Practicum | 0 | |
NURS 640 | Primary Care of Adults I | 3 | |
NURS 650 | Primary Care of Adults II | 3 | |
NURS 662 | Primary Care of Children | 3 | |
NURS 665 | Practicum I: Primary Care of Families | 5 | |
NURS 670 | Practicum II: Primary Care of Families | 5 | |
NURS 685 | Role Development for Advanced Practice | 1 | |
RELT 545 | God and Human Suffering | 3 | |
RELB 548 | Jesus as Healer | 3 | |
Primary Care—Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate Total 37 |
Primary Care—Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate courses | Credits | ||
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NURS 520 | Health Promotion Across the Lifespan | 2 | |
NURS 550 | Advanced Pathophysiology | 3 | |
NURS 552 | Advanced Pharmacology | 3 | |
NURS 555 | Advanced Health Assessment | 4 | |
NURS 590 | Orientation to Nursing Graduate Clinical Practicum | 0 | |
NURS 612 | Neuroscience for Mental Health Practitioners | 3 | |
NURS 615 | Psychopharmacology | 2 | |
NURS 624 | Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Seminar | 1 | |
NURS 651 | Practicum I: Psychiatric Mental Health Care | 3 | |
NURS 653 | Practicum II: Psychiatric Mental Health Care | 4 | |
NURS 685 | Role Development for Advanced Practice | 1 | |
COUN 521 | Psychopathology | 3 | |
COUN 556 | Theories and Techniques of Counseling | 3 | |
COUN 561 | Multicultural Issues in Counseling | 3 | |
COUN 582 | Clinical Practicum I | 1 | |
COUN 583 | Clinical Practicum II: Clinical Mental Health Counseling (1 hour required) | 1-2 | |
COUN 593 | Child and Adolescent Problems and Treatment | 3 | |
RELT 545 | God and Human Suffering | 3 | |
RELB 548 | Jesus as Healer | 3 | |
Primary Care—Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate Total 43 |
I am here to help if you have any questions about applying to the programs or enrolling. I'm the one who keeps track of all the forms and certifications you are required to have, so if you get stuck let me know. You are welcome to email or call for information about everything from admission to graduation. I look forward to working with you and meeting you!
Graduate Enrollment Counselor
jlthompson@southern.edu
423.236.2957