MSN with a Concentrate in as an Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist

This concentrate prepares students for the advanced practice role of clinical nurse specialist for the adult and geriatric population. The coursework is designed to prepare students in all adult-gerontology clinical nurse specialist competencies as defined by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing. Upon completion of coursework, students will apply for and complete the Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialty certification examination offered through the American Nurses Credentialing Corporation (ANCC). After obtaining advanced certification, students are eligible to apply for advanced practice privileges through the Ohio State Board of Nursing.