PNP Dual Care Programs

Dual Primary/Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner programs prepare graduates to provide advanced pediatric care across the full continuum of health, from preventive primary care to the management of acute, critical, and medically complex conditions.

Students complete coursework and clinical experiences that meet the requirements for both Pediatric Primary Care and Pediatric Acute Care certification, providing flexibility to practice in outpatient clinics, children’s hospitals, specialty practices, emergency departments, and other pediatric settings.

Because dual-track programs require additional coursework and clinical hours, they are typically longer than single-focus PNP programs.

Is Dual Care PNP Right for You?

• Want eligibility for both PNP-PC and PNP-AC certification
• Interested in practicing across outpatient and inpatient settings
• Willing to complete additional coursework and clinical hours for broader career flexibility

Below is a comparison of dual Primary/Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner programs, including tuition, educational pathways, delivery format, and school details.