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UB School of Nursing
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The Geriatric Nurse Practitioner Program offers the

• Master of Science (MS)
• Post-Master of Science Advanced Certificate
  

The Geriatric Nurse Practitioner (GNP) programs are designed to prepare nurse practitioners who provide care to older adults in a variety of settings, practicing independently and collaboratively with other health care professionals. In this role, the GNP works to maximize functional abilities; promotes, maintains and restores health; prevents or minimizes disabilities; and promotes death with dignity. GNP practice incorporates advanced practice, case management, education, consultation, research and advocacy for older adults. The program meets the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF) guidelines and graduates are eligible and encouraged to take the national GNP-ANCC certification exam.

Geriatric Nurse Practitioner
Specialty Nursing Curriculum  

Health Assessment  

Specialty Courses

** Credits cannot be transferred into a certificate program. A maximum number of 37 credit hours is required to complete the Geriatric Nurse Practitioner advanced certificate. However, credits may be waived if the individual’s transcript indicates that the required course or its equivalent has been taken within the last 10 years. Only the faculty member teaching the required course can determine equivalency of content during a formal review process, initiated by the student. Despite the number of courses that are permitted to be waived, all students in this program must complete at least 12 credit hours including 600 clinical hours, all which must be taken at the University at Buffalo. No other exemptions are allowed, or will be considered.

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