Certificate in Post-Master's Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

The Post-Master’s Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate program equips students with the advanced clinical skills to address the mental and emotional needs of patients across their lifespan. With a focus on social justice and the common good, graduates are prepared to make a positive impact in their communities. The program provides hands-on training from clinical experts, allowing students to refine their skills and become advanced healthcare professionals. The Post-Master’s PMHNP Certificate offers a comprehensive curriculum to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide advanced psychiatric mental healthcare to patients. The curriculum consists of four core courses that cover role development of the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, advanced role development of the PMHNP in complex systems, psychopharmacology for the PMHNP, and the PMHNP’s role with children and their families. Through specialized instruction and hands-on training, students will gain a deeper understanding of evidence-based practice and learn to assess and manage disorders.

When you pursue the Post-Master’s Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate, you commit yourself to advancing your career with the backing of an education that prepares you to meet patients’ mental and emotional needs. Admission requirements for this program include: MSN from an accredited college with a 3.0 GPA Official transcripts of all prior nursing and academic work Two letters of recommendation (one from a supervisor from a current position in health care, and one from a professional nursing peer) Computer TOEFL score equivalent to 80% Résumé Statement of professional goals Proof of individual and professional liability insurance coverage that meets current state requirements before starting first clinical course Complete criminal background check Undergraduate course in statistics required, with a grade of C or better Undergraduate research course recommended