Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Learn to Diagnose and Treat Psychiatric Disorders

The coursework of this 24-month, part-time, online program is augmented by clinical experience in your community. The flexible format allows you to work while you study. Upon graduation, you will have built a firm foundation in the diagnosis and management of dementia, depression, anxiety, and other psychiatric problems and gained an understanding of how pharmacological agents interact. In addition, you’ll be eligible to sit for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification. Start the program in the fall, spring, or summer.

Your 24-Month Journey

Combine flexible online coursework with invaluable clinical experience in your community.

First-Year Experience

study advanced pathophysiology, advanced pharmacology, and learn to perform an advanced health assessment
learn the role of an advanced practice nurse

Second-Year Experience

continue building your expertise as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner through coursework and clinical experiences
learn basic counseling theories and techniques

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Nursing is a Rewarding, High-Demand Career

As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, you will make a measurable difference in people’s lives—and build a career with lifelong job security.

$120,680 median salary

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