The Adult Gerontology – Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP), formerly known as an “AGNP”, specializes in providing comprehensive health care that extends across a patient’s lifespan, starting from adolescence to old age. With Regis College’s online AGPCNP-focused Master of Science in Nursing program, you can join this in-demand specialization, gain an intimate understanding of the aging process and work closely with patients to increase their quality of life at varying stages of maturity.
What can you do with an advanced nursing degree in adult gerontology – primary care?
Where do adult gerontology – primary care nurse practitioners work?
Benefits of Pursuing an Online MSN in AGPCNP
At Regis, we aim to break down barriers that can keep health care professionals from reaching their full potential in advanced nursing practice. With the same educational standards and curriculum as our highly regarded on-campus program, our online MSN has the added benefit of flexibility. For busy students and health care professionals, we know that counts for a lot.
As part of our inclusive approach to nursing education, we also offer three entry points to our MSN AGPCNP program, allowing us to meet learners where they are in their academic journey:
- Associate Degree in Nursing to MSN
- Non-Nursing Bachelor’s to MSN
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing to MSN
What Can You Do with an Adult Gerontology – Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Degree?
When you hear the words “geriatric” or “gerontology”, you may assume that AGPCNPs only work with elderly patients, but they are in fact able to serve a wide range of patient populations – from adolescents to senior citizens, only excluding infants and children. Each of these patients requires individual, specialized care to keep them well and to ensure that they are making healthy lifestyle choices. With an adult gerontology – primary care NP degree, you can help a large patient population receive the specialized health services they need. Your responsibilities may include:
- Diagnosing and treating illness
- Counseling patients on maintaining a healthy lifestyle
- Coordinating care provided by specialty health care providers
- Providing preventive care, including routine checkups, health-risk assessments, and immunization and screening tests
- Prescribing, ordering, and interpreting diagnostic tests
- Collaborating with other health care providers
- Advocating for underserved individuals and groups
While adult gerontology is a focused area of advanced nursing practice, there are opportunities to specialize even further with additional education and training. Some areas of specialization for AGPCNPs include:
- HIV/AIDS
- Pulmonary care
- Cardiovascular
- Occupational
- Environmental health
- Integrated complementary health care
Where Do Adult Gerontology – Primary Care Nurse Practitioners Work?
Like all nurse practitioners, AGPCNPs are in high demand due to changes in health care law, a growing and aging population, and higher standards in primary care. Adult gerontology – primary care nurse practitioners are especially needed due to their specialized skill set. This means AGPCNPs have many opportunities to apply their skills in a variety of settings, including:
- Hospitals
- Community clinics
- Private medical practices
- Home care agencies
- Physicians’ offices
- Specialty clinics
- Veterans hospitals
- Assisted living facilities
- Rehabilitation centers
- Hospice/palliative care centers
What Is the Typical AGPCNP Salary?
Due to their versatility and the high demand for their services, adult gerontology – primary care nurse practitioners can earn competitive salaries.
According to the latest data from Payscale, the median annual salary for adult gerontology nurse practitioners was approximately $96,200.
Further specialization can affect an AGPCNP’s salary. Some specialties and their median salaries are:
- Diagnosis and treatment planning: $102,000
- Internal medicine: $95,000
- Elder care: $90,000
Adult Gerontology – Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Job Outlook
The job outlook for adult gerontology – primary care nurse practitioners is strong, reflecting projected employment growth for all nurse practitioners. The versatile nature of the care that NPs deliver to patients across medical settings means that, in a rapidly changing health care landscape, AGPCNPs can support quality patient care where and when it’s needed.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of nurse practitioners is expected to grow 46% between 2021 and 2031, adding nearly 113,000 new jobs. Growing demand for health care services from the nation’s aging population is expected to drive much of this demand.
This projected growth is far greater than that of most other professions, making an MSN with an AGPCNP specialization an educational pursuit with real-world opportunities, bolstered by the fact that only 8.9% of all nurse practitioners specialize in adult gerontology – primary care, according to the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).
Why Choose Regis for Your Online MSN in AGPCNP?
100% online, flexible learning environment
Complete in as few as 28-36 months
Qualify to sit for AANP & ANCC certification
At 93%, our NP exam pass rates exceed national average*
Transfer credits accepted
*Based on Regis online and on-campus NP exam pass rates
A Virtual Extension of Our Highly Regarded On-campus Program
The online MSN is a virtual extension of our highly regarded on-campus program, one of the largest nurse practitioner programs in Massachusetts. The Regis School of Nursing was the first in New England to be designated a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education and is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nursing.
At Regis, we work directly with active nursing professionals. That means we have an insider’s perspective on the leadership qualities the field demands, and we design our courses to build those skills. Our MSN AGPCNP* specialty is designed to help you promote lasting change in the nursing field by providing adults and senior citizens the care and knowledge they need to lead healthy lifestyles.
*Formerly referred to as AGNP
Regis College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education
Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
Designated as a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education by the National League for Nursing 2008-2020
Master’s Programs Guide ranked Regis #16 in 50 Best Online Master of Science in Nursing Programs.
Hear From Our Students
“Even as an online student, I feel connected and supported by my faculty. I feel like I’m part of a class and I’m enjoying interacting online with my peers across the nation. You cannot go wrong with Regis or with online learning.”
Enid Landreth
Online Master of Science in Nursing Program (AGPCNP)
Watch the VideoAdult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) Curriculum
Our curriculum provides a foundational understanding of nursing practice as well as specialization in adult gerontology – primary care, preparing students to enter the field in any of multiple capacities.
Coursework includes:
- Thirteen courses in the core MSN curriculum, including:
- Health Assessment
- Concepts and Challenges in Professional Practice
- Concepts in Nurse Leadership
- Health Policy, Politics, and Perspectives
- Five courses specific to the AGPCNP track, including:
- Political, Financial, and Social Issues in Gerontology
- Clinical Concentration courses and seminars
With robust student support, no GRE requirements, and a flexible learning environment with multiple points of entry, our online Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program can help set you on the path to a rewarding career in an in-demand field.
Ways to Save on Your AGPCNP Tuition
Employee Discounts
Regis partner employees can receive a discount on their tuition. Find out if your employer is a partner.
Federal & Military Discounts
Federal government employees as well as active and reserve military and veterans are eligible for a 15% discount on tuition. Find out more.
Alumni Discounts
Regis alumni who have received a previous degree from Regis are eligible for a 10% discount on tuition. Speak to an advisor for more information.
Graduate Assistantship
Earn financial aid helping fellow students while also gaining valuable professional skills. Get more details.
Regis discounts cannot be combined with any other discount or scholarship offered by Regis. Some exceptions may apply.
Meet Our Faculty
Deborah M. Jean-Baptiste, PhD, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, CNE
Director, Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Program, Assistant Professor, Graduate Nursing
View Full Bio of Deborah M. Jean-Baptiste, PhD, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, CNE
Adult Gerontology – Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Admission Requirements
To be eligible for this program, students must meet the following qualifications:
Registered Nurse with Associate Degree Entry or Registered Nurse with Non-Nursing Bachelor’s Degree Entry:
- An Associate Degree in Nursing or a non-nursing bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA preferred
- Active unencumbered RN license
- Complete 15 bridge credit hours with a B or better
- Must complete a college-level statistics course prior to the start of classes
- For RNs with an Associate Degree in Nursing, general education courses may be required, depending on your prior undergraduate coursework
Registered Nurse with Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Entry:
- A Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from a regionally accredited institution and accredited nursing program
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA preferred
- Active unencumbered RN license
- Must complete a college-level statistics course prior to the start of classes
AGPCNP Application Requirements
You can begin your application process today. To get started you will need to submit the following:
- Application form
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
- Proof of active unencumbered RN license
- Current resume
- Statement of purpose
- Two letters of recommendation
About Regis
As a leader in education, Regis is dedicated to offering programs with a holistic view of health care that are designed for the future of the field. Through cutting-edge coursework, industry-active faculty members, and an array of majors and graduate programs, Regis has been able to positively impact the educational community, health care landscape, and personal lives of students nationwide.
“In recent years, Regis has become a powerhouse in professional and graduate education in nursing and health sciences. As a result, our university has become increasingly visible locally, nationally, and internationally.”
Dr. Antoinette Hays RN, Ph.D.
President
When you choose Regis, you join a closely knit community with big university benefits. As a Regis student, you have the opportunity to build a solid health care foundation, lasting professional connections, and the specialized expertise you need to expand your skills and perspective. Prepare to enter in-demand fields such as nursing and health administration confidently with an education of the highest standard.
