Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- 24 Credits
- School of Nursing
- Online
Provide Psychiatric Care Across a Patient鈥檚 Lifespan as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
东京热鈥檚 Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Advanced Certificate prepares students for a rewarding career as a psychiatric nurse practitioner providing a broad range of psychiatric health services to patients.
24
Credit Hours
2
Year Duration
WHY CHOOSE MERCY
Program Highlights
Discover what sets our Psych NP program apart and how we prepare our students for professional success.
State-of-the-art Clinical Facilities
Learn in our clinical simulation and learning labs, designed to provide you with the hands-on experience you need to master new skills.
Dedicated Faculty
Learn from experienced faculty who are active clinical practitioners.
Strong Partnerships with Clinical Sites
Our strong relationships with clinical sites will help you build your skills and professional network.
Certification Preparation
We build certification preparation right into your courses, so that you are ready to earn your certification and start helping patients.
Community
Build a strong inter-connected community, your classmates and faculty will help support you through the program and beyond.
Flexibility
Program courses are offered in a combination of hybrid online and in-person. Designed to provide flexibility while ensuring you get the hands-on training you need.
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PROGRAM BENEFITS
12,000 sq/ft state-of-the-art clinical facilities
Fall start available
Curriculum focused on treatment, medication management, case management and counseling.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates are eligible to become mental health nurse practitioners trained to provide care in a variety of health care settings:
Private practice
Mental Health facilities
Emergency Departments
Substance use clinics
Correctional facilities
Community settings
DEGREE AWARDED
Advanced Certificate