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Online Post-Master’s Nursing Certificate Programs

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Expand the scope of your practice — and your influence on health care

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Hawai‘i Pacific University’s online Post-Master’s Nursing Certificate programs are designed for master’s-prepared nurses who want to expand their scope of practice and become certified nurse practitioners in high-demand areas.

Delivered through 100% online coursework with full clinical placement support, these CCNE-accredited certificate programs allow you to specialize in Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), or Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) — without repeating coursework from your MSN.

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Calendar

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Length:

14 months

Total Credits:

24-27 credits

Start Dates:

3 starts per year (fall, spring, and summer)

Application Deadline:

December 5, 2025

Upcoming Start Date:

January 12, 2026

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Program at a Glance

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Join Hawai‘i’s first online post-MSN certificate program
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Transfer up to 12 credits from a previous institution
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Focus your certificate in one of three NP specialties
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Receive dedicated clinical placement assistance
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Complete the program in as few as 14 months
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Why Choose HPU for Your Post-Master’s Certificate?

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Our certificate programs are built to help experienced nurses advance into new roles and respond to evolving patient needs — without stepping away from their careers.

BRIDGE TO ADVANCED PRACTICE

This program is designed for MSN-prepared nurses seeking new NP certification.

CLINICAL PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE

Get local placement support across the U.S. and complete clinicals in a convenient location.

FLEXIBLE, ASYNCHRONOUS FORMAT

Study on your schedule and around your nursing obligations.

PRACTICE-BASED, JOB-READY CURRICULUM

Get relevant education with no redundant coursework.

DIVERSE CLINICAL SITES.

Explore psychiatric, primary care, acute, and specialty settings.

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Member of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN)
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The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, post-graduate APRN certificate program, and Doctor of Nursing Practice at Hawai‘i Pacific University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
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Member of the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF)
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Accredited by the Senior College and University Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC/WSCUC)
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Participant in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) to offer distance education in member states
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Which NP Certificate Concentration Is Right for Me?

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Each certificate program helps prepare you for national NP certification and includes coursework aligned with your chosen specialty. You’ll have the opportunity to complete specialty-specific courses, clinical rotations, and faculty-guided experiences.
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Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)

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This concentration helps empower you to deliver primary care to patients across the lifespan in outpatient and community-based settings.

  • Primary care across all age groups
  • Health promotion, disease prevention, diagnosis, and management
  • Eligible for AANP or ANCC FNP certification
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

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This certificate is designed to help you build the clinical skills and knowledge to provide mental health services, including therapy and psychopharmacology.

  • Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychiatric disorders
  • Lifespan-focused mental health care
  • Eligible for ANCC PMHNP certification
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Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)

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This concentration helps prepare you to care for adult and elderly patients in emergency, critical, and acute care environments.

  • Diagnosis and treatment in hospital, ICU, and specialty settings
  • Advanced skills in stabilization, trauma, and surgical care
  • Eligible for AACN or ANCC AGACNP certification
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Nurse Practitioner Certificate Careers

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Increase your capacity to serve.

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By earning a post-master's certificate in nursing (PMC), you can show your employer—and other nursing leaders—that you’re dedicated to meeting industry demands. After all, furthering your education in a field that continues to grow because of dynamic changes in health care is one of the best ways to set yourself apart. Plus, adding another credential to your professional toolkit can unlock unique opportunities in a new specialization that can lead to a better career trajectory and a higher salary.

Nurse practitioner was ranked the top healthcare job for 2022 by U.S. News & World Report—landing two places ahead of physician—based on career longevity, annual salary, increased autonomy, personal fulfillment, and the opportunity for specialization. The data backs this up. Nurse practitioner job openings are expected to increase by 45% between 2020 and 2030, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This is being driven largely by the aging population, labor shortages in the health care workforce, and a greater emphasis on preventive care.

*U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

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Careers and Median Salaries for Online NP Certificate Program Graduates

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Family Nurse Practitioner

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$114,510

Family nurse practitioners help fill the void in primary care, particularly in rural regions or areas with physician shortages. In an FNP role, you’ll provide infants, children, and adults with comprehensive care. You’ll also be responsible for diagnosing and treating patients with acute and chronic conditions, prescribing medications, and ordering lab tests.

As an FNP, you can work in settings such as:

  • Educational institutions
  • Hospitals and family care clinics
  • Private practices
  • Outpatient facilities
  • Community centers
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

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$111,001

Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners evaluate, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions in individuals, families, groups, and communities. In this specialty, you’ll explain the risks and benefits of treatments to your patients and their families, consult with healthcare providers, and advocate for patients’ medical and legal rights.

As a PMHNP, you can work in settings such as:

  • Hospitals and mental health clinics
  • Social service agencies
  • Private psychiatric practices
  • Public health departments
  • Correctional facilities
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Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

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$100,701

Adult-gerontology acute care nurse practitioners provide advanced acute and chronic care services to adults and elderly adults in acute and complex care settings, emergency rooms, and trauma units. You may also perform check-ups, conduct tests, analyze results, prescribe medications, and develop preventive care plans.

As an AGACNP, you can work in settings such as:

  • Inpatient hospitals
  • Acute care centers
  • Specialty labs
  • Emergency departments
  • Intensive care units
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Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

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$111,088

Advanced practice registered nurses are qualified to evaluate, diagnose, and follow up on patient problems, order tests, advise patients on health issues, and prescribe medications. If you’re an APRN, you may choose to specialize in a specific practice area, such as pediatrics, gerontology, women’s health, mental health, nephrology, neonatology, oncology, emergency medicine, or family medicine.

As an APRN, you can work in settings such as:

  • Hospitals and clinics
  • Rehabilitation centers
  • Veteran's Administration (VA) faculties
  • Academic institutions
  • Long-term care facilities

Median salaries courtesy of Salary.com

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Nurse Educator

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$102,675

Nurse educators share professional knowledge and skills with registered nurses in training by developing lesson plans, teaching courses, supervising nurses in clinical practice, and acting as mentors. In this role, you’ll ensure nurses are up to date on the latest methods and technologies in patient care.

As a nurse educator, you can work in settings such as:

  • Hospitals
  • Doctor’s offices
  • Technical schools
  • Community colleges
  • Nursing schools
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Post-Master's Certificate Curriculum Overview

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Each graduate nursing certificate program includes specialty-focused coursework and clinical experiences aligned with the latest national certification standards.

You’ll have the opportunity to build advanced, specialized knowledge in areas like diagnosis, treatment planning, patient management, and systems-based care — without repeating prior MSN-level core content.

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What You Can Expect to Learn

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  • Advanced assessment and differential diagnosis
  • Specialty-specific pharmacology and prescribing
  • Clinical decision-making and care coordination
  • Evidence-based practice and culturally competent care
  • Topics and skills required to prepare for national board certification

Each curriculum is tailored to your chosen NP concentration — FNP, PMHNP, or AGACNP — and includes didactic coursework and supervised clinical practice hours.

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Clinical Placement Support

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HPU’s dedicated placement team works with you to secure approved clinical sites and preceptors near your location — so you can focus on your education, not logistics.

  • Behavioral, acute care, and primary care site partnerships
  • Support with documentation, compliance, and scheduling
  • Faculty mentorship throughout clinical rotations
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Post-Master's Certificate Curriculum

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Students in Hawai‘i Pacific University’s online Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing program specialize their certificates by selecting a practice area that appeals to their interests and career goals: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), or Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP). Each concentration’s curriculum takes a holistic approach to creating patient-centered change and prepares students to sit for national certification exams in their chosen specialty.
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PMC-FNP: 24 credits

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$1,117 per credit hour

$26,808 total tuition

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PMC-PMHNP: 27 credits

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$1,117 per credit hour

$30,159 total tuition

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PMC-AGACNP: 25 credits

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$1,117 per credit hour

$27,925 total tuition

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Students may transfer up to 12 eligible credits from another college or university into HPU’s online program.
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FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER (FNP) CERTIFICATE COURSES

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24 credits

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Feel empowered to deliver primary care to patients across the lifespan in outpatient and community-based settings.
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NUR 6960 Advanced Theory: Primary Care of Children / 3 Credits
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Disease prevention, health promotion, and illnesses in children and adolescents are comprehensively analyzed for the individual and within the context of their family and community.
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NUR 6962 Advanced Theory: Primary Care of Women / 3 Credits
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Disease prevention, health promotion, and illnesses in women are comprehensively analyzed for the individual and within the context of their family and community.
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NUR 6964 Episodic Conditions in Primary Care / 3 Credits
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Health promotion, disease prevention, and illnesses of adults are comprehensively analyzed for the individual and in the context of their family and community.
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NUR 6966 Chronic Conditions in Primary Care / 3 Credits
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Health promotion, disease prevention, and illnesses of geriatric adults are comprehensively analyzed for the individual and in the context of their family and community.
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NUR 6961 Practicum I / 3 Credits
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Applied advanced practice nursing knowledge, reasoning, and intervention skills to prevent disease, promote health, and treat illnesses in children, their families, and communities are developed within this laboratory and clinical experience.
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NUR 6963 Practicum II / 3 Credits
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Disease prevention, health promotion, and illnesses in children and adolescents are comprehensively analyzed for the individual and within the context of their family and community.
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NUR 6965 Practicum III / 3 Credits
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Advanced practice nursing knowledge, reasoning, and intervention skills to prevent disease, promote health, and treat illnesses in adults, their families, and communities are developed within this laboratory and clinical experience.
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NUR 6967 Practicum IV / 3 Credits
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Advanced practice knowledge, reasoning, and intervention skills to prevent disease, promote health, and treat illnesses in older adults, their families, and communities are developed in this laboratory and clinical experience.
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PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER (PMHNP) CERTIFICATE COURSES

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27 credits

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Develop the clinical skills and knowledge to provide mental health services, including therapy and psychopharmacology.
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NUR 6026 Psychopharmacology Across the Lifespan / 3 Credits
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Prepares the psychiatric/mental health APRN to prescribe psychotropic medications to clients in different settings. Applying evidence-based knowledge of psychopharmacological principles to treat specific psychiatric conditions is emphasized. Managing iatrogenic/trophicogenic problems caused by pharmacologic agents is explored. Neuropsychiatric development, brain function, neuroanatomy, and neurophysiology are examined in relation to pharmacologic agents. The relationship between specific psychopathological and neurological conditions and psychopharmacological treatments is examined. Prescribing, managing, and monitoring of psychopharmacotherapeutics are emphasized along with complementary and alternative agents. The role of the psychiatric/mental health APRN as prescriber for the patient with psychiatric conditions is incorporated throughout this course, including therapeutic challenges such as medication compliance, outcomes, ethical responsibilities, legalities, financial realities, cultural, and genetic diversity, and practical considerations.
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NUR 6971 Advanced Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing I Practicum / 5 Credits
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Prepares the psychiatric/mental health APRN to provide mental health care and crisis intervention to adults/geriatric adults of differing social, economic, and cultural backgrounds within a recovery framework. Cultural assessment, psychiatric assessment and diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and co-morbidities are incorporated throughout the course. Treating and managing mental health disorders are explored using a variety of modalities and interventions, with emphasis on communication theory and group theory focused on recovery. Synthesizing evidence-based, recovery-focused management is emphasized along with the social, cultural, environmental, spiritual, and physical needs of the patient and family.
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NUR 6973 Advanced Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing II Practicum / 5 Credits
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Prepares the psychiatric/mental health APRN to provide mental health care and crisis intervention to adults/geriatric adults of differing social, economic, and cultural backgrounds within a recovery framework. Cultural assessment, psychiatric assessment and diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and co-morbidities are incorporated throughout the course. Treating and managing mental health disorders using a variety of modalities and interventions are explored, with emphasis on communication theory and group theory focused on recovery. Synthesizing evidence-based, recovery-focused management are emphasized along with the social, cultural, environmental, spiritual, and physical needs of the patient and family.
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NUR 6975 Advanced Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing III Practicum / 5 Credits
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Prepares psychiatric/mental health APRN students to provide recovery-focused mental-health nursing care to clients with the chronic and complex psychiatric needs of differing social, economic, and cultural backgrounds. Emphasizes medication and therapeutic management of clients across the lifespan while integrating evidence-based, recovery-focused approaches. The student builds on the knowledge and concepts learned in NUR 6970 and NUR 6972 and gains a more in-depth understanding of treating people with complex psychiatric/mental health needs using recovery-focused interventions. An examination of the forensic, social, cultural, physical, economic, familial, spiritual, and societal impacts of severe mental illness incorporates local and world views, as well as advocacy opportunities, for the psychiatric/mental health APRN. Synthesizing evidence-based, recovery-focused management is explored along with social, cultural, environmental, spiritual, and physical needs of these clients.
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NUR 6970 Advanced Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing I  / 3 Credits
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Facilitates the Psychiatric/Mental Health APRN for the complex role of providing mental health care and crisis intervention to adults/geriatric adults of differing social, economic, and cultural backgrounds within a recovery framework. Cultural assessment, psychiatric assessment and diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and co-morbidities are incorporated throughout the course. Treatment and management of mental health disorders using a variety of modalities and interventions with an emphasis on pharmacotherapy are explored. Synthesis of evidence-based, recovery-focused management in concert with the social, cultural, environmental, spiritual, and physical needs of the patient and family are emphasized.
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NUR 6972 Advanced Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing II  / 3 Credits
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Facilitates Psychiatric/Mental Health APRN students in the complex role of providing recovery-focused, mental health nursing care to clients with chronic, and complex psychiatric needs of differing social, economic, and cultural backgrounds. Emphasis on psychotherapeutic management of clients across the lifespan while integrating evidence-based, recovery-focused approaches. Examination of the forensic, social, cultural, physical, economic, familial, spiritual, and societal impacts of severe mental illness incorporates local and world views as well as advocacy opportunities for the Psychiatric/Mental Health APRN. Synthesis of evidence-based, recovery-focused management in concert with the social, cultural, environmental, spiritual, and physical needs of these clients is explored.
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NUR 6974 Advanced Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing III / 3 Credits
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Facilitates the Psychiatric/Mental Health APRN for the complex role of providing mental health nursing care and crisis intervention to children, adolescents, and families of differing social, economic, and cultural backgrounds within a recovery framework. Cultural assessment, psychiatric assessment and diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and co-morbidities are incorporated throughout t course. Treatment and management of mental health disorders using a variety of modalities and interventions are explored. Synthesis of evidence-based, recovery-focused management in concert with the social, cultural, environmental, spiritual, and physical needs of children, adolescents, and families are emphasized.
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ADULT-GERONTOLOGY ACUTE CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER (AGACNP) CERTIFICATE COURSES

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25 credits

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Prepare to care for adult and elderly patients in emergency, critical, and acute care environments.
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NUR 6980 Fundamentals of Acute Care I / 3 Credits
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This evidence-based course investigates the evaluation and management of adult and gerontologic populations experiencing acute and critical illnesses, including disease classification, epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, assessment, and diagnostic evaluation. An emphasis is placed on advanced clinical decision-making, integrating advanced pharmacology, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual factors, genetics, and the impact of aging.
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NUR 6983 Fundamentals of Acute Care II / 3 Credits
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This evidence-based course investigates evaluating and managing adult and gerontologic populations experiencing acute and critical illnesses. This includes disease classification, epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, assessment, and diagnostic evaluation. An emphasis is placed on advanced clinical decision-making that integrates advanced pharmacology; psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual factors; genetics; and the impact of aging.
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NUR 6985 Fundamentals of Acute Care III / 1 Credit
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This third evidence-based course investigates evaluating and managing adult and gerontologic populations experiencing acute and critical illnesses. This includes disease classification, epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, assessment, and diagnostic evaluation. An emphasis is placed on advanced clinical decision-making; integrating advanced pharmacology; and psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual factors.
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NUR 6987 AGACNP Practicum III / 6 Credits
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The third practicum course will solidify the ACNP role with the expansion of advanced clinical competencies and clinical decision-making. Clinical experiences will focus and substantiate the utility of comprehensive patient assessment, management, and intervention strategies across the continuum of acute care. Seminars will focus on a variety of professional role development.
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NUR 6982 Advanced Clinical Decision Making / 3 Credits
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This didactic and Sim Lab course focuses on critical care diagnostics and management technologies, including ABG analysis and ventilation management; cardioversion and pacing; lab; radiology; and CT interpretation. Emphasis is on obtaining comprehensive medical histories, conducting examinations, analyzing biotechnological data trends, performing differential diagnosis, and decision-making for critically ill adults.
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NUR 6984 AGACNP Practicum I / 3 Credits
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This first practicum course will explore and apply the adult-gerontological ACNP role within the infrastructure of American health care. The focus will be on developing ACNP competencies and clinical decision-making. Discussions will include reimbursement, billing, role development, nursing and medical interventions, and other activities.
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NUR 6986 AGACNP Practicum II / 6 Credits
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This first practicum course will explore and apply the adult-gerontological ACNP role within the infrastructure of American health care. The focus will be on developing ACNP competencies and clinical decision-making. Discussions will include reimbursement, billing, role development, nursing and medical interventions, and other activities.
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A Competency-Based Education for Advanced-Level Nursing Practice

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The online Post-Masters Certificate in Nursing curriculum has been aligned with the Standards for Quality Nurse Practitioner Education.

ADVANCED CLINICAL PRACTICE

Demonstrate and apply the knowledge, skill, and judgment to provide independent, direct patient care that incorporates assessment, diagnosis, and treatment across the life span in a variety of settings.

HEALTH CARE INFORMATICS

Incorporate knowledge of clinical decision support tools to assist in charting, decision-making, research, and scholarship.

EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE

Synthesize evidence-based practice guidelines, critical thinking, and reflection to provide appropriate care.

HEALTH POLICY AND ADVOCACY

Act as an advocate for policy that promotes access to care and cost-effectiveness.

TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP

Demonstrate transformational leadership in the nursing profession.

INTERPROFESSIONAL COLLABORATION

Collaborate with other professionals in the health care system.

PROFESSIONALISM/ETHICS

Practice as an independent provider ethically bound to operate within the guidelines, standards, and scope of practice.

TRANSCULTURAL CARE

Maximize the patient’s well-being within his or her own cultural traditions and beliefs.

QUALITY IMPROVEMENT AND SAFETY

Integrate current evidence to improve the quality of clinical practice and promote safe care.

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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

HPU’s admissions process is designed to be streamlined for MSN-prepared nurses who are hoping to earn a new NP certificate.

Applicants must hold:

  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited university
  • 3.0 GPA from undergraduate degree preferred
  • U.S. unencumbered state RN license
  • Before or during the program, applicants must also demonstrate completion of a Statistics and Research (Evidence-Based Nursing) course. This may be listed on transcripts as Statistics, Research Methods, or Evidence-Based Practice

In addition, applicants are required to have completed MSN Core Courses, including nurse practitioner preparation in graduate-level:

  • Advanced Practice Nursing Roles (NUR 6000)
  • Advanced Pathophysiology (NUR 6010)
  • Advanced Nursing Research (NUR 6020)
  • Pharmacology (NUR 6025)
  • Physical Assessment (NUR 6030)
  • Development & Implementation of Health Care Policy (NUR 8050)
These (6) graduate-level courses are required to have been completed within 5 years if the applicant is not currently practicing as an APRN. Applicants who are missing graduate-level Advanced Practice Roles (NUR 6000), Advanced Nursing Research (NUR 6020) or Development & Implementation of Health Care Policy (NUR 8050) have the option to register for these courses at HPU as co-requisites in the first semester of the program or as a special status/non-degree seeking student before admission to the post-master's certificate. All graduate-level NUR courses completed will count toward student’s final GPA.
As part of the application process, Hawai‘i Pacific University (HPU) will conduct a Gap Analysis to evaluate your current Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree. This analysis will assess whether the core competency courses required for Nurse Practitioner (NP) certification have been completed. Upon completion of the review, you will be provided with the results of the analysis, including any identified gaps in coursework or clinical preparation. These requirements must be fulfilled prior to beginning clinical placements, ensuring you meet the eligibility criteria to sit for national board certification upon completion of the program. Please prepare to gather semester-specific syllabi to complete the GAP analysis if requested by the graduate college.

To complete your application, you’ll need:

  • Application and application fee
  • Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum vitae or resume
  • Statement of purpose
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Transfer Credits

Students wishing to transfer course credits from an outside institution will need to meet with their Program Chair to review transcripts, course syllabi and fill out appropriate forms. A maximum of 12 semester credits of graduate work is transferrable if the following requirements are met:

  • The institution is accredited
  • Official transcripts and syllabi are available for review
  • The courses are deemed to be equivalent in level, content, objectives, and competencies to the HPU graduate course it will be replacing
  • The proficiency attained is equivalent to a "B" grade or higher
  • Courses were completed within five calendar years of admission to HPU graduate nursing

The following courses cannot be transferred to HPU for credit:

  • Final project/paper or Capstone course
  • Courses taken as part of a granted degree. For example, if a student has had a Master's degree in Public Health conferred, a health policy course taken during that curriculum may not be transferred in and applied to another degree requirements.
Graduate-level attainments completed at institutions or through programs or examinations, evaluated by the ACE (American Council on Education) will be considered for appropriate transfer credit on the same basis as prospective transfer credit from graduate programs at U.S. colleges and universities. The Program Chair will use the ACE credit award recommendation as the starting point for the deliberation of credit award; in no case will more credits be awarded than the ACE recommends; usually the award will be more stringent.
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Tuition & Financial Aid

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HPU’s online post-master's certificate programs are designed to be affordable, flexible, and accessible for working nurses advancing into APRN roles.

  • $1,117 per credit
  • Program length and total cost vary by specialization
  • Eligible for federal financial aid and scholarships
  • Employer-sponsored tuition assistance welcome
  • Special tuition benefits available for active-duty military and veterans
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FAQs: Post-Master’s Certificates

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Can I apply if I’m already a nurse practitioner in a different specialty?
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Yes, HPU’s certificate tracks are ideal for current NPs who want to add a second specialty or change focus.
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Will I need to complete clinical hours again?
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Yes, certification boards require supervised clinical hours specific to the NP specialty you are pursuing.
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How long do the certificate programs take?
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Depending on the specialty, most programs can be completed in 12 to 20 months part-time.
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Can I work full-time during the program?
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Yes, the flexible format is designed for working nurses.
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What certification will I be eligible for?
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Each program prepares you for national NP board certification (ANCC, AANP, or AACN, depending on the concentration).