Adult/Gerontology and Family Nurse Practitioner (NP) Post Master’s

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any additional fees for this program?
  1. $60 application fee
  2. $390 fee for accepted students
  3. Clinical lab fees are assessed at $55 per clinical course
What are the pre reqs?
In addition to a Master’s degree in Nursing, admission is contingent upon demonstrating evidence of completing advanced patho, advanced pharm, and advanced health assessment at the graduate level with a grade of B or better on an official transcript. Students who are practicing and currently certified may have taken these courses many years ago but can meet the criteria. These courses are required in order for you to sit for the certification exams in family, adult or gerontology offered by AANC or AANP and are a foundation for practice. If you have not taken a prior course in the role of the advanced practice nurse, you may be advised to take this course as well. If you do not have these courses, please be advised that we offer advanced patho, advanced pharm, and advanced health assessment online each term (fall, winter, and summer). Role of the Advanced Practice Nurse is offered in the fall and spring terms on line.
Will I need to obtain my own clinical practice site?
Yes, students enrolled in the post master’s certificate NP program are expected to obtain their own clinical preceptor: NP, MD, or PA. The program director will advise you as to the nature of the experience needed in order to fulfill the learning objectives for the practicum experience. You will be asked to review the information on the site and the preceptor with the program director to determine if the site you obtain is appropriate. You should plan very early for a clinical placement.
How many clinical hours will I need to do?
The total hours for the 12 credit program is 300 and for the 21 credit program it is 600. If you are enrolled in the pre req NURSNG614 Advanced Health Assessment, you will do at least 65 hours which can be applied toward the total required clinical hours for the post master’s certificate.All clinical placement agencies require a contract with UMass Boston in order for you to do your clinical internship.
When should I register?
You should register for courses when the registration period becomes available as announced on the Academic Calendar.
Please Note: registrations postmarked after the late registration date will be assessed a $25 late fee. Also note that there is a limit on course enrollments so please be advised that the longer you wait to register the greater your risk for getting closed out and put on the waiting list. In certain cases second sections may be opened due to demand.
How will I access the course after I am registered?
Courses access becomes available a few days prior to the date the course begins. You will receive a letter or email advising you how to access the web page and how to access your UMass email address for further information.
What is the Web Ct platform?
You can see the Web Ct, learning platform for UMass Online, by going to: http://www.umb.edu/it/tech/lms/. In addition, many courses offer lectures in Macromedia Breeze for you to hear on your home computer and also live interactive sessions scheduled with faculty using your home computer. The program functions on both a PC and a Mac computer.
How will I access my grades?
Grades will be posted on line in the Wiser system that you will have access to after you are enrolled in the course. Grades often posted as the course proceeds in the grade book in Web Ct.
Will I have access to the library at UMass?
After you are registered and have access to Web Ct you can apply for a library card number by the library circulation department using your UMass Boston email address at Library.circulation@umb.edu
  • Indicate that you are in an online course; provide the course number and indicate that you need a barcode.
  • Provide the library with your UMB student number and your mailing address.
  • Circulation department will then email you a barcode number which will allow you access to use the online resources available from Healey library Homepage: www.lib.umb.edu. This barcode will be good for the semester of the course only. You will be required to put in your barcode when accessing the electronic databases.
How can I learn more about the program and the application process?
All applications to the program are submitted directly to the UMass Boston Office of Graduate Admissions and are reviewed by members of the MS in Nursing Program Committee. Letters of admission are issued by the Office of Graduate Admissions. Students are required to mail in their acceptance with a deposit fee. This deposit fee of $250.00 is credited to your account following the drop add period date. Following receipt of a letter of acceptance, students should immediately contact the program director by email to arrange advisement and a clinical plan of study.
You may find the application online at: http://www.umb.edu/admissions/graduate/.
All applications require an essay of intent and three sealed references from professionals who can attest to your ability, sealed transcripts of degrees earned from all colleges attended, a copy of your license, and a copy of your certification and your resume.