Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner: Nursing, Certificate
College of Nursing
Prepare to provide holistic mental health care integrating neuroscientific principles of behavior, experience and psychopharmacology with psychotherapy, consultation and trauma-related care.
The certificate is restricted to students who hold a master’s degree in nursing. The curriculum augments prior graduate study through advanced practice preparation. This curriculum prepares nurses to sit for national certification as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.
Program Highlights
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Learn Any Time
Fit education around your work and home life with flexible, online delivery of program coursework.
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Clinical Care
Gain hands-on clinical experience with preceptors and telehealth delivery to patients in rural areas.
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Innovative Tools
Learn in campus immersions with simulation tools, simulators and robotics replicating real scenarios.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Analytical Reasoning
Breaking down complex problems or situations to identify patterns, connections and solutions
Cultural Awareness
Learning about and respecting diverse cultures and beliefs
Empathy
Understanding and sharing the feelings of others, and demonstrating compassion and support
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Communication
Exchanging information and ideas through speaking, writing or other means of expression
Critical Thinking
Analyzing and evaluating information to make informed decisions or judgments
Listening Skills
Understanding what others are saying to facilitate effective communication
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Potential Careers
- Nurse-Managed Clinic Employee
- Inpatient Psychiatric Facility Nurse
- Home Health Specialist
- Private Psychiatrist
- Addiction Center Specialist
Workplace Settings
- Health Care
- Education
- Mental Health Care