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Hahn School of Nursing & Health Science » Prospective Students » Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Admission

  • A BSN degree from an approved, accredited school*
  • Current California RN licensure
  • One year of clinical experience preferred
  • Basic computer literacy
  • A 3 semester credit course in statistics
  • A GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
  • Completion of the University Application for Graduate Admission, including application fee
  • One official transcript from each college or university attended
  • Three completed recommendation forms (included in the Graduate Application)
  • The GRE general test is recommended but not required
  • Resume
  • Interview
  • Current baccalaureate level physiology and health assessment knowledge/skills
  • Student Nurse Practitioner professional liability and malpractice insurance coverage which must be maintained throughout enrollment
  • Evidence of specified immunizations and screening tests, a report of recent physical examination, and BLS certification
  • International applicants must meet additional requirements for admission http://www.sandiego.edu/admissions/graduate/international.php
*Applicants without a BSN must have an ADN or Diploma in Nursing from an approved, accredited program and a baccalaureate degree in a related field. In addition, they must take BSNC 333 and BSNC 447.

The application deadline is March 1. All materials must be received by this date.

Curriculum Plan

The PNP track requires the completion of 40 academic units. A minimum of four semesters are needed for full-time study. Part-time study is also available.

Fall Semester, Year One

NPTC 514** Behavior and Development Practicum 1 unit
APNC 520 Pathophysiology 3 units
APNC 521 Primary Care: Physical Assessment and Diagnosis 4 units
NPTC 513 Behavior and Development: Birth through Adolescence 2 units

Spring Semester, Year One

MSNC 503 Nursing Practice with Diverse Families in Communities 2 units
APNC 523* Pharmacology in Health Management 3 units
NPTC 528 Health Management of the Child 3 units
NPTC 538 Child Health Management Practicum 2 units
MSNC 511 Evidence Based Practice: Role of Theory and Research 3 units

Fall Semester, Year Two

NPTC 541 Selective Clinical Practicum 1 unit
NPTC 547 Management of Children with Complex Health Problems 3 units
NPTC 548 Children with Complex Problems Practicum 2 units
MSNC 512 Influencing the Health Care Environment: Policy and Systems 3 units

Spring Semester, Year Two

NPTC 549 Management of Children with Chronic Illness 3 units
NPTC 550 Children with Chronic Illness Practicum 2 units
NPTC 597 Independent Clinical Practicum 3 units

*APNC 523 meets the furnishing requirements of the California BRN.

**NPTC 514 can be taken either fall or spring semester year 1.

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