Child and Adolescent Primary Care NP, MSN

The Child and Adolescent Health Nurse Practitioner Primary Care Track (MSN) prepares nurses to deliver comprehensive, family-centered primary care to children and adolescents, from infancy through young adulthood. The program emphasizes both advanced coursework and hands-on clinical experiences, providing students with the knowledge and skills to promote wellness, prevent illness, and manage a wide range of health conditions. Students gain practical experience in pediatric and community health settings, learning to assess, diagnose, and treat young patients while collaborating closely with families and other healthcare professionals.

Baccalaureate degree in a nursing program accredited by the NLN Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA), the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), or AACN’s Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). A baccalaureate degree in nursing from a foreign institution must be recognized by The University of Akron. 3.00 GPA on a 4.00 scale for BSN and all previous nursing degrees. Two letters of reference from a recent employer; a member of the nursing profession; a former faculty member. 300-word essay describing professional goals. Current resume or CV. Current unrestricted State of Ohio Registered Nurse license.