MSN, DNP, and PMC
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Overview
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:



Doctor of Nursing Practice (BSN entry)
Post-Master's Certificate (MSN entry)

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
Need help deciding if an online degree aligns with your current needs and future goals? We can help.
An online AGPCNP program is right for you if:
- You’re committed to promoting health in your community
- You're passionate about providing specialized care for at-risk and culturally diverse adult populations
- You aspire to take on a more autonomous role in your nursing career
- You’re ready to earn an advanced credential that can position you for financial growth
- You have the vision to foresee a better tomorrow, and the drive to help achieve it by furthering your own education and professional development
- You want to collaborate with and learn from other aspiring nurse practitioners
- You want a flexible online learning environment that fits your busy schedule
- You’re eager to learn from a faculty of passionate and experienced clinicians
- You prefer small class sizes and the personalized support to help you thrive
- You understand the value of a program where every class is taught by your actual professor
Curriculum
If you are an RN and have an ADN, nursing diploma, or non-nursing bachelor’s degree, we offer bridge courses that can start you on the path toward an MSN-AGPCNP.
- 56 credit hours*
- 3 years
- 9 semesters
- 600 clinical hours
*Includes 9 undergraduate hours from RN completion courses
If you already have your BSN, you may be eligible to start working toward your MSN-AGPCNP right away. No bridge courses are required for this entry path.
- 47 credit hours
- 2.3 years
- 7 semesters
- 600 clinical hours
This option is for BSN-credentialed nurses looking to earn a doctorate with a focus in adult-gerontology primary care.
- 68 credit hours
- 3.3 years
- 10 semesters
- 1,000 clinical hours
This option is for MSN-credentialed nurses looking to earn a post-master's certificate in adult-gerontology primary care.
- 32 credit hours
- 1.7 years
- 5 semesters
- 600 clinical hours
Online RN to MSN-AGPCNP Curriculum
Bridge Courses
Core Courses
Specialty Courses (600 clinical hours)
Capstone Course
Online BSN to MSN-AGPCNP Curriculum
Core Courses
Specialty Courses (600 clinical hours)
Capstone Course
Online BSN to DNP-AGPCNP Curriculum
Core Courses
Specialty Courses (600 clinical hours)
DNP Courses
Capstone Course
Online MSN to PMC-AGPCNP Curriculum
Core Courses
Specialty Courses (600 clinical hours)
Capstone Course
Admission Requirements
Online Master of Science in Nursing
To be eligible for Bradley’s online RN or BSN to MSN-AGPCNP program, you must meet the following qualifications:
- ADN, diploma or BSN from a regionally accredited college or university and an NLNAC-, ACEN-, or CCNE-accredited* nursing program. Nurses with a ADN, diploma, or non-nursing baccalaureate degree must complete NUR 300, 303, 404, and 407.
- Proof of a current, unencumbered RN license
- Students may be admitted unconditionally if you've achieved at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale in the last 60 semester hours of undergraduate coursework. You must have a minimum of 12 graduate credit hours for the graduate GPA to be considered for admission.
You must also submit the following:
- Completed online application
- Nonrefundable $40 application fee
- Official transcripts of academic credentials
- One admission essay
- Applicants in advanced practice programs must also include/discuss potential mentors for clinical experiences.
- Two letters of recommendation
- CV/Résumé
Online Doctor of Nursing Practice
To be eligible for Bradley’s online BSN to DNP-AGPCNP program, you must meet the following qualifications:
- BSN from a regionally accredited college or university and NLNAC-, ACEN-, or CCNE-accredited* nursing program.
- Proof of a current, unencumbered RN license
- You may be admitted unconditionally if you have achieved at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale in the last 60 semester hours of undergraduate coursework. If you have previous graduate coursework, you must have achieved a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale in all graduate coursework and have completed a minimum of 12 graduate credit hours for the graduate GPA to be considered for admission.
You must also submit the following:
- Completed online application
- Nonrefundable $40 application fee
- Official transcripts of academic credentials
- Admission essay and portfolio
- Applicants in advanced practice programs must also include/discuss potential mentors for clinical experiences.
- Two letters of recommendation
- CV/résumé
Online Post-Master's Certificate
To be eligible for Bradley’s online post-master's certificate program, you must meet the following qualifications:
- MSN from an NLNAC-, ACEN-, or CCNE-accredited* nursing program
- Proof of a current, unencumbered RN license
- Students may be admitted unconditionally if they have achieved at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale in the last 60 semester hours of undergraduate coursework. Applicants with previous graduate coursework must have achieved a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale in all graduate coursework and have completed a minimum of 12 graduate credit hours for the graduate GPA to be considered for admission.
You must also submit the following:
- Completed online application
- Non-refundable $40 application fee
- Official transcripts of academic credentials
- One admission essay
- Applicants in advanced practice programs must also include/discuss potential mentors for clinical experiences.
- CV/Résumé
- Two letters of recommendation

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.
