Women's Health Nurse Practitioner

The Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) program will prepare nurses to deliver primary care to women throughout the life span, with an emphasis on reproductive-gynecologic health.  This education is based upon in-depth knowledge of theory, pathophysiology, pharmacotherapeutics, research utilization, and clinical decision-making skills.  Opportunities for diverse clinical experiences are available in a variety of health care settings.  One focus of this program is to prepare health care professionals who will provide care to women in rural and underserved areas.

Key features of the 39-hour graduate program include:

• Clinical sites in both rural and urban areas and the opportunity to work with a diverse group of patients
• An opportunity to work with high-risk populations such as women with HIV, reproductive endocrinology, genetic counseling
• Opportunity to be involved with Emory's Women Center
• A curriculum with a strong emphasis on health promotion and genetics, as well as the diagnosis and management of health care problems

Graduates of the program should be able to make a significant impact on the health care of women.  This 39-hour program is completed in one calendar year full-time and part-time study is available.  Graduates are eligible for national certification as a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner.  The curriculum meets the guidelines for education established by the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses and National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health. course work before beginning graduate work.