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MSN, DNP, and PMCAdult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
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Help lead the way forward in patient care.
Today, the demand for skilled health care professionals is as high as it’s ever been. Not only are people living longer and requiring more frequent medical attention, but the current health care workforce is being impacted as the baby boomer generation reaches retirement age.
You can help meet this need in your community by specializing in adult-gerontology primary care with the help of Bradley University. Our online program is designed for experienced nurses who strive to assume more autonomy and responsibility in their careers.
This degree can help you develop your ability to treat diverse populations ranging in age from adolescents to the elderly, providing individualized care and helping them manage chronic health conditions including respiratory illnesses, diabetes, and hypertension.
Build a brighter future with Bradley.
You aspire to play a leading role in advancing the level of health care available in your community. We want to be your partner on this journey. And together, we can make it happen.
Our founder, Lydia Moss Bradley, broke boundaries to build a new model beyond the limitations of her time. For over a century we’ve continued her legacy of challenging the status quo by imagining what could be, then rolling up our sleeves and working together to build it. We do this by taking the best resources available and creating solutions that remake the world around us.
When you choose Bradley’s nursing program, you’ll have access to the resources and tools to help you attain your goals. This includes:
- Dedicated faculty members who have years of experience in the health care field. Mentors who will be there for you not only beyond office hours, but beyond graduation.
- Small class sizes - varying from 6-25 - and the personalized support to help you thrive.
- A collaborative environment where you can learn from and alongside like-minded professionals who share your vision for a better health care system.
- Learning beyond the classroom, where you can hone your skills through supervised clinical experiences at a facility of your choice.
With our online nursing degrees, you can:
Learn 100% online with no campus residency requirements
Prepare for the ANCC certification exam.
Prepare for the ANCC certification exam.
Benefit from multiple program options*
Benefit from multiple program options*
* Master of Science in Nursing (RNs with an ADN, diploma, non-nursing bachelor’s, or BSN degree)
Doctor of Nursing Practice (BSN entry)
Post-Master’s Certificate (MSN entry)
Higher Learning
Higher Learning Commission
The master’s degree program in Nursing, Post-Graduate APRN Certificate program, and the Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Bradley University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Which path is right for you?
Depending on your education level, Bradley offers four online options to earn an adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioner degree:
Why earn an online adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioner degree?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that the number of nurse practitioner jobs is expected to grow from 220,300 to 335,200 by 2033 — a 46% increase — making it the third-fastest growing occupation nationally.*
This career path can not only be personally rewarding, it can also lead to greater earning potential. Salary.com reports that AGNPs have a total median income of $109,022 as of January 2025.**
At Bradley University, we prepare you to:
- Provide advanced primary care to diverse populations including adolescents, young adults, middle-aged patients, and the elderly
- Develop your skills in areas such as health assessment, disease prevention, pathophysiology, and pharmacology
- Take the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) certification exam
Online Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Program Curriculum
Online RN to MSN-AGPCNP Curriculum
For RNs with an ADN, nursing diploma, or non-nursing bachelor’s degree.
Bridge Courses
Core Courses
Specialty Courses (600 clinical hours)
Capstone Course
Online BSN to MSN-AGPCNP Curriculum
For RNs with a BSN.
Core Courses
Specialty Courses (600 clinical hours)
Capstone Course
Online BSN to DNP-AGPCNP Curriculum
For RNs with a BSN.
Core Courses
Specialty Courses (600 clinical hours)
DNP Courses
Capstone Course
Online MSN to PMC-AGPCNP Curriculum
For RNs with an MSN.
Core Courses
Specialty Courses (600 clinical hours)
Capstone Course
Learn from innovative nursing leaders.
When Lydia Moss Bradley founded the university bearing her name, she set out to create an institution that builds relationships on a commitment to community and provides an education designed to make the world better. We strive to uphold these principles to this day.
The dedicated faculty who lead our online adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioner programs are dedicated to helping you succeed as you take the next step in your nursing career. They bring a broad base of clinical expertise and professional experience into our online classrooms each day and are eager to share their knowledge with you.
For more than 60 years, Bradley University has been setting the standard for excellence in nursing education. Our graduates work as advanced practice nurses and leaders in clinical and nonclinical settings across the country. They’re transforming the way health care is delivered in the 21st century — and so can you.
Make the next step in your nursing career a focused one.
Earn an advanced nursing degree online from Bradley University.