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Cleveland State University (CSU) is nationally recognized by esteemed organizations. Our online programs provide the flexibility you need with curriculum rigor and ongoing support in tandem with dedicated faculty and experiential learning opportunities. Our online programs are offered primarily in asynchronous formats, so you don't have to put your personal and professional life on hold while developing your career to its fullest potential. With world-class partners in healthcare, the arts and other industries, CSU shares knowledge, research and resources to make a positive and meaningful difference.

PGC
Post-Graduate Nurse Practitioner Certificate (PGC)

Nursing Programs

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PGC FNP
Family Nurse Practitioner

Provide Holistic Patient Care

Expand on your nursing master’s degree by preparing to become a specialized primary care nurse.

  • 35 credit hours+ 
  • 780 clinical hours 
  • One residency 
  • Three intakes per year (Fall, Spring, Summer) 
  • One year and three months/five semesters (full-time) 

+Students who have completed MSN courses in advanced health assessment, advanced pathophysiology, and advanced pharmacology with a grade of ‘B’ or better, will NOT need to take these courses to complete the Post-Graduate FNP certificate program. Students who did NOT take or complete MSN courses in advanced health assessment, advanced pathophysiology, and advanced pharmacology with a grade of ‘B’ or better will need to complete these courses in order to complete with Post-Graduate FNP certificate program 

  • Master’s degree in nursing or a doctorate in nursing practice from and accredited nursing program 
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale 
  • Official transcript(s), transcript(s) of all previous graduate coursework  
  • Active, unrestricted registered nurse license in the state in which practicum hours will be completed 
  • Resume or vita 
  • Goal statement 
  • Two letters of reference from healthcare professionals or faculty members 

Next application deadline: April 25, 2025
Next start date: May 17, 2025

**Seats are Limited**

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PGC PMHNP
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Do More in Mental Healthcare

Prepare to serve patients of all ages in the mental health care field by learning to assess, diagnose, and treat those with mental health disorders.

  • 36 credit hours+ 
  • 780 clinical hours 
  • Three intakes per year (Fall, Spring, Summer) 
  • One year and three months/five semesters (full-time) 

+Students who have completed MSN courses in advanced health assessment, advanced pathophysiology, and advanced pharmacology with a grade of ‘B’ or better, will NOT need to take these courses to complete the Post-Graduate PMHNP certificate program. Students who did NOT take or complete MSN courses in advanced health assessment, advanced pathophysiology, and advanced pharmacology with a grade of ‘B’ or better will need to complete these courses in order to complete with Post-Graduate PMHNP certificate program 

  • Master’s degree in nursing or a doctorate in nursing practice from and accredited nursing program 
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale 
  • Official transcript(s), transcript(s) of all previous graduate coursework 
  • Active, unrestricted registered nurse license in the state in which practicum hours will be completed 
  • Resume or vita 
  • Goal statement 
  • Two letters of reference from healthcare professionals or faculty members 

Next application deadline: April 25, 2025
Next start date: May 17, 2025 

**Seats are Limited**

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