Advanced Nursing Graduate Certificates (Post-Master's)
The Advanced Graduate (Post-Master's) Certificate programs at Orvis School of Nursing provide MSN-and DNP-prepared nurses with specialized training in Adult-Gerontology, Family Practice, Pediatric Acute Care, Psychiatric-Mental Health, Nursing Education, and Clinical Leadership. Available entirely online, our programs are accessible nationwide, allowing nurses to enhance their skills without relocating.
As part of the University of Nevada, Reno—an R1 institution with Community Engaged classification—Orvis offers affordable, high-quality nursing education that supports clinical placement, builds leadership skills, and prepares nurses to make meaningful contributions to healthcare.
Choose your nursing certificate program
Each certificate program prepares you for a focused area of advanced practice or leadership. Whether you’re seeking to deepen your clinical knowledge, develop educational skills, or strengthen leadership abilities, our certificates allow you to customize your nursing career.
Select a certificate program to learn more about specific requirements, courses and career opportunities.
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
The Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) education includes preparation for delivering care to patients who may be characterized as physiologically unstable, experiencing life-threatening illness or injury, high severity, or highly vulnerable to complications within a continuum of care ranging from disease prevention to critical care.
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
The Adult Geronotology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) program prepares nurses to provide advanced practice in primary care settings through a program of study focused on the care of adult and geriatric patients.
Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL)
The Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) program prepares nurses to lead care coordination, enhance patient outcomes, and drive quality improvement across diverse healthcare settings.
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program prepares graduates to provide comprehensive primary care across the lifespan to individuals and families in community-based settings.
Nurse Educator (NE)
The Nurse Educator (NE) program prepares graduates to provide ethical, evidence-based nursing education services for multi-cultural and ethnically diverse, students, staff, families, populations, and communities.
Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (PACNP)
The Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (PACNP) program provides holistic care for pediatric patients with acute, complex, critical, and chronic illness across a variety of care settings, from hospitals to specialty clinics.
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) program prepares graduates to assess, diagnose, intervene (e.g., psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy), and provide follow-up to facilitate an ongoing level of mental wellness.
Why choose Orvis for your advanced graduate certificate?
At Orvis, our post-master’s certificate programs not only equip you with specialized skills but also support your growth in leadership, clinical practice, and healthcare education. With an online format accessible across the United States, our certificates are designed to provide flexible, high-quality education that fits into your busy professional life.
100% online and nationwide access
The Orvis School of Nursing is part of the University of Nevada, Reno—a Carnegie R1 research institution recognized for its community engagement and academic excellence. Our programs offer a valuable blend of affordability and prestige, making advanced nursing education accessible to MSN-prepared nurses nationwide.
Exceptional clinical placement support
We understand the challenges of balancing career advancement with hands-on training. That’s why we coordinate and secure all clinical placements, ensuring you gain meaningful, supervised experience in settings that enhance your expertise.
Your path to specialized knowledge and leadership
With an advanced graduate certificate from Orvis, you’re prepared to do the following:
- Take on specialized roles in high-demand fields like acute care, primary care, and psychiatric-mental health.
- Deliver evidence-based education to nursing students, staff, and community members.
- Lead healthcare initiatives that drive better patient outcomes and improve healthcare systems.
- Engage in rigorous online coursework designed for experienced nursing professionals, with flexible learning options that complement your work-life balance.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master's degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program, and post-graduate APRN certificate program at University of Nevada, Reno Orvis School of Nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Begin your nursing certificate journey
Ready to specialize and make a greater impact? Apply today to start advancing your nursing career.