Faculty assist students in Preceptorship placement. It is strongly advised that students adjust their schedules during these semesters to allow for adequate preparation and study which necessarily accompanies clinical work. Eligibility for certification as a Family, Adult, or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses' Association. Eligibility for certification as a Women's Health Practitioner by the National Certification Corporation. Certification as a Family or Adult Practitioner by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.
Weekly conferences explore selective patient health problems to enhance decision making ability.
The role of the nurse practitioner in a variety of adult rehab settings is emphasized. It will build on the student's knowledge of graduate level pathophysiology and neurophysiology. In addition, the course will explore the comprehensive team approach of helping an individual regain functioning, both physically and emotionally, within society. Weekly conferences explore selective patient health problems to enhance decision making ability. The role of the nurse practitioner in a variety of pediatric rehab settings is emphasized.