What Type of Education and Certification is Required?
To become an AG-PCNP, one must first obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and pass the NCLEX-RN exam to become a licensed Registered Nurse (RN). Following this, they must complete a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program with a focus on adult gerontology primary care. After completing their advanced degree, they must pass a national certification exam specific to their specialty area, such as those offered by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).
