Stony Brook University offers 2 Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner tracks:
- Master of Science in Nursing – MS AGPCNP
- Advanced Certificate – AGPCNP (Post-Master’s/Post-Doctoral)
Both programs prepare nurses to be expert providers of primary health care to young adults, adults, older adults, and their families across healthcare settings.
Program Tracks Overview
| Program Name | Est. Tuition | Est. Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS AGPCNP | $21,195 | 2–3 years |
| Advanced Certificate AGPCNP | $8,949–$17,427 | Varies by gap analysis (19–37 credits) |
The primary focus is preparing graduates to promote, maintain, supervise, and restore health; identify health risks; and assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic illnesses common in primary care while functioning as educators, leaders, consultants, advocates, and change agents.
Master of Science in Nursing – AGPCNP
The estimated cost for the MS-AGPCNP program for New York State residents is approximately $21,195 plus mandatory fees and takes approximately 2-3 years to complete depending on full-time or part-time enrollment.
Estimate based on 45 credit hours at $471 per credit hour.
MS Curriculum
The curriculum requires 45 credits including clinical coursework and practicum hours.
HNH 503 – Organizational Leadership and Role Transformation (3 credits)
This course teaches leadership and business concepts used in health care systems. Students learn how payment and workflow affect care delivery and how to lead change. The course also guides students in shaping an advanced practice nursing role.
HNH 504 – Quality Improvement, Safety and Healthcare Technologies (3 credits)
This course covers quality improvement and patient safety methods in clinical settings. Students use data and process tools to reduce errors and improve outcomes. The course also examines how health technologies support safer care.
HNH 505 – Health Care Policy and Advocacy (2 credits)
This course explains how policy affects health system structure, funding, and outcomes. Students take part in policy work at local, state, and federal levels. The course also builds advocacy skills for vulnerable groups and public health goals.
HNG 515 – Advanced Health Assessment (3 credits)
This course builds advanced assessment and diagnostic reasoning skills. Students use a regional exam approach and structured clinical frameworks. The course links findings to clinical decisions across adult age groups.
HNG 519 – Advanced Theory and Clinical Practice in Adult-Gerontology Nursing Across the Continuum I (4 credits)
This course develops advanced problem solving for adult and older adult care. Students assess risks, illness patterns, and function to form diagnoses. Students plan evidence-based interventions with patients, families, and care teams.
HNG 529 – Advanced Theory and Clinical Practice in Adult-Gerontology Nursing Across the Continuum II (5 credits)
This course expands advanced management of adult health problems over time. Students plan and evaluate care for acute issues and chronic disease. The course stresses self-care support, disability prevention, and managed care outcomes.
HNG 509 – Advanced Theory and Clinical Practice: Acute Care Adult/Gerontology Nursing I (5 credits)
This course begins the acute care sequence in adult-gerontology advanced practice. Students manage acute, critical, and complex illness across adult ages. Didactic and clinical work build skills from prevention through critical care.
HNG 559 – Advanced Theory and Clinical Practice: Acute Care Adult/Gerontology Nursing II (5 credits)
This culminating course strengthens advanced acute care management for adult-gerontology patients. Students refine diagnosis, treatment, and ethical decision making in complex settings. The course uses simulation, clinical immersion, and evidence-based reasoning.
HNG 540 – Clinical Pharmacology (3 credits)
This course applies advanced pharmacology to patient care across the lifespan. Students focus on drug response, regimen selection, and monitoring. The course also covers prescribing rules and safe medication management.
HNG 541 – Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice I (3 credits)
This course introduces evidence-based practice as a clinical decision process. Students learn research methods and how to judge study quality. Students practice applying findings to real clinical questions.
HNG 543 – Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice II (3 credits)
This course builds skills in evidence appraisal and guideline use. Students compare evidence-based models and select best evidence for practice change. Students develop recommendations to improve care outcomes.
HNG 580 – Advanced Skills, Technologies, and Clinical Decision-Making in Acute Care (3 credits)
This course teaches advanced procedures and technology use for acutely ill patients. Students apply evidence-based criteria to select devices and interpret results. The course also covers legal, ethical, and patient-family impact through labs and simulation.
HNG 588 – Clinical Pathophysiology Across the Lifespan (3 credits)
This course explains disease processes and body system disruptions across the lifespan. Students link genetic, environmental, and stress factors to clinical signs. The course emphasizes compensatory mechanisms and disease progression.
More curriculum details are available here.
MS Clinicals
Clinical requirements are embedded within four clinical courses (HNG 519, 529, 539, 549) totaling 19 credits. Students complete precepted clinical practicum experiences across the continuum of care in adult-gerontology primary care settings.
The Office of Clinical Placements facilitates processing of clinical placement requests and works collaboratively with faculty to secure clinical placement sites. Stony Brook Medicine policy prohibits the School of Nursing from participating in clinical placement arrangements requiring payment by the school, student, or third party.
MS Admissions Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree with major in nursing from accredited nursing program
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- Unofficial transcripts from all colleges/universities attended (official transcripts required upon admission)
- International transcripts must include course-by-course evaluation by NACES-accredited service such as World Education Services (WES)
- Current unencumbered registered nurse license for New York State
- Current curriculum vitae/resume
- Minimum one year of recent relevant experience (preferred)
- Three letters of recommendation
- Three-credit undergraduate course in health assessment
- Three-credit undergraduate course in statistics
- Meet technical standards for admission and retention
- Upon admission: Certification of Basic Life Support for Health Care Provider (BLS) with AED
- Required health and professional documentation uploaded through CastleBranch web-based system (one-time fee)
- Meet SBU technology requirements
- RN applicants with non-nursing bachelor’s degrees must submit Clinical Practice Portfolio for evaluation of baccalaureate-level nursing competencies upon conditional admission
Advanced Certificate – AGPCNP (Post-Master’s/Post-Doctoral)
The estimated cost for the Advanced Certificate-AGPCNP program for New York State residents ranges from approximately $8,949-$17,427 plus mandatory fees.
Estimate based on 19-37 credit hours at $471 per credit hour depending on gap analysis.
Certificate Curriculum
The certificate requires a minimum of 19 credits, with additional credits determined by individual advisement and gap analysis based on previous graduate coursework. Program credit requirements vary depending on prior graduate course-level work.
Core Clinical Courses (19 credits minimum):
- HNG 519 – Advanced Theory & Clinical Practice in Adult-Gerontology Across the Continuum I (4 credits)
- HNG 529 – Advanced Theory & Clinical Practice in Adult-Gerontology Across the Continuum II (5 credits)
- HNG 539 – Advanced Theory & Clinical Practice in Primary Care Adult-Gerontology Nursing I (5 credits)
- HNG 549 – Advanced Theory & Clinical Practice in Primary Care Adult-Gerontology Nursing II (5 credits)
Graduation Requirements By Individual Advisement (Gap Analysis):
Additional courses may be required based on gap analysis:
- HNH 503 – Organizational Leadership and Role Transformation (3 credits)
- HNH 504 – Quality Improvement, Safety, and Health Care Technologies (3 credits)
- HNH 505 – Health Care Policy and Advocacy (2 credits)
- HNG 515 – Advanced Health Assessment (3 credits)
- HNG 540 – Clinical Pharmacology (3 credits)
- HNG 588 – Clinical Pathophysiology Across the Lifespan (3 credits)
Certificate Clinicals
Clinical requirements are embedded within the four core clinical courses totaling 19 credits. Students complete precepted clinical practicum experiences in adult-gerontology primary care settings. Clinical placement coordination follows the same process as the MS program, with the Office of Clinical Placements facilitating site identification and contract processing.
Certificate Admissions Requirements
- Master’s or doctoral degree from accredited nursing program
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- Unofficial transcripts from all colleges/universities attended (official transcripts required upon admission)
- International transcripts must include course-by-course evaluation by NACES-accredited service such as World Education Services (WES)
- Current unencumbered registered nurse license for New York State
- Current curriculum vitae/resume
- Minimum one year of recent relevant experience (preferred)
- Three letters of recommendation
- Three-credit undergraduate course in health assessment
- Three-credit undergraduate course in statistics
- Meet technical standards for admission and retention
- Upon admission: Certification of Basic Life Support for Health Care Provider (BLS) with AED
- Required health and professional documentation uploaded through CastleBranch web-based system (one-time fee)
- Meet SBU technology requirements
Tuition
Graduate tuition for New York State residents is $471 per credit hour.
Full-time students (12 credits) pay $5,655 in tuition per semester plus mandatory fees totaling $3,845.75.
Non-resident graduate tuition is $1,125 per credit hour with full-time tuition of $13,495 per semester. Students enrolled in 9 credits are considered full-time for fee billing purposes.
See the official tuition page for more details.
Accreditation
The Baccalaureate in Nursing, Master’s in Nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice programs, and advanced certificate programs at Stony Brook School of Nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Graduates are eligible for certification in New York State and national certification in the program specialty.
The School of Nursing reserves the right to change admission and program criteria to meet prevailing accreditation, regulatory, and registration requirements.
Additional AGPCNP Programs for New York Students
- Adelphi University - Garden City
- Hunter College - New York
- Keuka College - Keuka Park
- NYU - New York
- St. John Fisher University - Rochester
- St. Joseph’s University - New York
- SUNY Brockport - Brockport