| About the Program
In accordance with the philosophy of Madonna University, the faculty of the Department of Nursing is committed to assisting students in the development of Christian humanistic values, a spirit of intellectual inquiry, openness to discovery of truth and readiness to serve others. The learning environment fosters the core values of wellness, professionalism, caring, and a future focus. Madonna University’s nursing program has had continuous approval of the Michigan Board of Nursing and has been accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) since 1970. The focus of this post-master’s certificate is to prepare nurses in advanced practice to diagnose and manage primary health care needs of adults, especially those of the vulnerable, the underserved, and diverse populations. The curriculum addresses comprehensive health assessment of clients, disease management, health promotion, guidance and counseling of individuals and families, and multidisciplinary collaboration and referral. Upon completion of this specialty, graduates are prepared to practice autonomously or collaboratively in a variety of settings across the care continuum. Credentialing
Graduates of this specialty are prepared to take the national certification exam as an Adult Nurse Practitioner offered by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). This renders the graduate eligible for nurse practitioner specialty certification by the Michigan Board of Nursing. Graduate School Home Page |
