Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Post-Master’s Certificate

Program Description

The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Post-graduate advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) certificate program is a comprehensive and advanced nursing education program that builds upon the foundation of a graduate nursing degree (MSN, DNP, PhD). Applicants must have completed advanced pharmacology (NURS 7755 ), advanced physiology (NURS 7765 ), and advanced physical assessment (NURS 7735 ) courses, or their equivalent, in order to complete this post-graduate APRN certificate program. This program equips the APRN with the specialized knowledge and clinical skills necessary to provide high quality mental health and psychiatric care to diverse populations across the lifespan. As a PMHNP you will be prepared to work in a variety of clinical settings, from primary care and mental health clinics to private practices and mental health facilities.

This program is a part of the Wellstar College of Health and Human Services .

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Admission, Enrollment and Graduation Policies 

Admission Requirements

The following are program-specific requirements beyond the general Graduate Admissions requirements. To be considered for admission to this program, the following application materials must be submitted to the KSU Graduate Admissions Office: 

• Applicants are required to have completed a previous MSN, DNP, or PhD degree.
• Must have completed courses in advanced pharmacology, advanced pathophysiology, and advanced physical assessment prior to starting the program.

Graduation Requirements 

Each student is expected to meet the requirements outlined in the Academic Policy: 5.0 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS & GRADUATION . 

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Program Course Requirements