The practicum is taken concurrently with NURS 601, the didactic component. This course consists of supervised practicum experience focusing on advanced nursing practice with individuals in the selected population (adult-gerontology). The application of health maintenance, health promotion, illness prevention and developmental transitions will be incorporated. Application of evidence-based techniques, tools, and methods for promoting care of the selected population will be emphasized. This course is offered as P/NC (Pass/No Credit). Both the practicum and didactic course must be passed to receive credit for the courses. 120 clinical hours.