Post-Master's Certificate: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Online Program

Course Requirements

• All course work can be completed online which provides greater flexibility and less disruption to your personal and employment obligations.
• Courses are 16 weeks in length.
• 540 practicum hours with preceptor in conjunction with NU 571, NU 572, and NU 573 are required. 

Admission Requirements

• Master's degree in Nursing with a GPA of 3.0 or greater

• All official transcripts

• Unencumbered RN license in state of residence and a copy of any other state license, including advanced practice licensure and certification

• Criminal background check

• Individual and professional liability insurance coverage that meets current state requirements

• Statement of professional goals

• Résumé

• Undergraduate courses in statistics and health assessment (30 hours or greater) required

• Undergraduate research course recommended

• Two letters of recommendation (one from a supervisor from a recent health care position and one from a nursing peer)

• Application processing fee

• Application form