Make an impact in nursing as an Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Mercer University’s Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) track equips registered nurses to deliver comprehensive primary healthcare from adolescence through end of life. This advanced practice program emphasizes health promotion, disease prevention, and the management of both acute and chronic conditions. Through Mercer’s MSN AGPCNP curriculum, students develop essential clinical competencies to support adult patients across the lifespan, focusing on preventative care and long-term health management.
Mercer’s MSN offers a uniquely supportive experience. You will build meaningful connections with peers and experienced faculty—many of whom are current advanced practitioners. Faculty members will guide your academic journey and assist in securing clinical placements that align with your goals. While Mercer faculty oversee all placements, students are encouraged to take an active role by identifying potential preceptors through professional networks such as colleagues, community contacts, or members of professional organizations. All preceptors must meet program qualifications, which are shared with students in advance.
A student completing this track will be prepared to take the Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner certification examination offered by both the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB).
Your Mercer MSN AGPCNP experience
The adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioner track is offered in a blended combination of online synchronous coursework and in-person labs and clinical experiences. Students can choose to complete the program in a full-time or a part-time status.
Learn through experience
Mercer’s AGPCNP track includes the completion of a minimum of 780 clinical practice hours. Apply classroom knowledge through hands-on clinical experiences that refine your skills and prepare you to excel as an adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioner.
Explore AGPCNP courses
The adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioner track offers specialized courses focused on delivering excellent healthcare to adults, including the management of acute and chronic conditions as well as overall wellness. Mercer’s MSN program combines coursework with hands-on clinical experience, ensuring students build practical skills alongside academic knowledge.
View course descriptions for the AGPCNP track.
View program requirements for the AGPCNP track.
Advance your nursing career with an MSN AGPCNP
Earning your MSN opens the door to exciting career opportunities and meaningful impact in the field of nursing. Mercer graduates can pursue a variety of roles in an adult-gerontology primary care setting.
Learn more about our AGPCNP track
Ready to take the next step?
Apply to Mercer’s MSN program today, or contact the Office of Admissions at 678.547.6700 or nursingadmissions@mercer.edu for more information.
Meet Our Professors
Faculty in Mercer’s MSN program bring extensive nursing experience and specialized expertise in adult-gerontology primary care. They work closely with students in the College of Nursing, providing personalized guidance and support throughout their path to becoming primary care nurse practitioners.
Professional Licensure
All of Mercer’s programs that lead to licensure are designed to meet the educational requirements of regulatory authorities in the State of Georgia. If you intend to seek licensure or certification outside of Georgia, please review Mercer’s professional licensure disclosure for more information.
Ready to make a difference as an adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioner?
Take the next step and apply to the MSN program today, or contact the Office of Admissions at 678.547.6700 or nursingadmissions@mercer.edu for more information.