Clinical Nurse Specialist Adult Gerontology Post-Masters Certificate

Admission Requirements

Requirements for MSN Post-Licensure Admission

Grade Point Average
- A minimum 3.25 GPA for unconditional admission and a minimum 3.0 GPA for conditional admission
Master of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and/or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation
Current California Registered Nursing (RN) license
Three Recommendations completed on forms provided
- Must be from sources who can personally attest to the candidate’s potential for scholarly and professional success: one personal, one academic, and one employer. Family members and friends may not complete recommendations.
Professional resume that includes current clinical practice with a minimum of two (2) years’ work experience as RN
A Comprehensive essay of no more than 1000 words that includes the following elements:
- Purpose for entering the program
- Significant events and influences that have affected your approach to life
- Long-term professional goals
- Reasons for choosing to study at California Baptist University
- Essay must be submitted in APA format
Successful Interview with the College of Nursing
Prerequisites must be completed recently
- Advanced Pathophysiology
- Advanced Pharmacology
- Advanced Physical Assessment
Clearances:
- CPR Certification
- Background Check Clearance
- Health Clearance
- Drug Testing
- Proof of Health Insurance
- Proof of Motor Vehicle Insurance

Program Requirements (22 units)

California Licensed Registered Nurses who hold a Master of Science degree from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and/or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation may complete the Clinical Nurse Specialist Adult Gerontology Certificate. Upon successful completion of the course work, required clinical hours, and any other criteria deemed necessary by the appropriate certification agency, the student will be eligible to apply for a certificate from California Baptist University and will be eligible to apply for national certification.

The program includes 540 clinical hours.