Adult Nurse Practitioners (ANP) and with a Master’s Degree in nursing from a nationally accredited graduate nursing program are eligible to apply to the Post-Master’s Certificate Program. Formal application to the university is required. Admission requirements include the following:
A minimum graduate GPA of 3.00 as verified by transcript submission
Evidence of national certification as an ANP
A current unencumbered registered nurse license in the State of Louisiana
Post Master’s Student Information Form (See below)
Two professional references
Current resume
For First Cohort – November 1st
For Second Cohort – April 1st
For Third Cohort – June 1st
The Graduate Nursing Programs admits students three times per year.
**APPLY to the university for graduate school and submit required materials by the application deadline. Select Extended Studies from the drop box under Academic Program Plan.
1. Evidence of an earned master’s degree as an Adult Nurse Practitioner.
2. Official transcripts from each degree-granting college and university previously attended to the Graduate Nursing Office at Southeastern.
3. Post Master’s Student Information Print upon completion and include with other documents.
4. Evidence of current, unencumbered Louisiana nursing licensure.
a. RN license
b. APRN license (nurse practitioners)
5. Two statements of recommendation from individuals who can attest to the applicant’s capacity for academic work and clinical performance.
a. One form must be completed by a former faculty member in a nursing program, a current or former nursing supervisor or nursing leader.
b. One form must be completed by someone who can attest to the competencies and expertise of the applicant at the Advanced Practice level.
6. Current resume or curriculum vitae.
7. A document, prepared by the applicant which addresses the following; the applicant’s goals for completing the Post-Master’s certificate in family health.
Prior to enrollment, students will be required to submit to background checks, drug and alcohol screening, and must meet program health requirements. These screenings will be conducted at the student’s expense.
Students should be proficient with methodologies utilized in Online Learning and must possess computer equipment and technology which is compatible with the university learning management systems (e.g. Moodle). Students will be required to attend onsite Post-Master’s Certificate Program Orientation (to be scheduled).
Graduate Coordinator Graduate Nursing SLU 10448 Hammond, LA 70402
The envelope containing application materials (items listed under 1 – 6) must be received in the Graduate Nursing Office no later than the semester deadline posted on this webpage.
Virginia Johnson Administrative Assistant Tel: (985) 549-5045 Email: [email protected]