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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program
In MSOE’s PMHNP program, students learn how to incorporate high quality holistic care, best practice and therapeutic modalities when caring for the mental and behavioral health needs of clients in a variety of practice environments.
The PMHNP program offers two tracks: the MSN PMHNP and a post-Master's PMHNP certificate. The MSN track is designed for the BSN looking to specialize in advanced practice psychiatric nursing. The post-Master's certificate is designed for the RN who already holds an M.S. in Nursing. Courses are offered in a blended format with both in-class and on-line learning. With the use of technology, simulation, innovation and direct care, the program will provide the knowledge and skills for practice in a variety of settings including inpatient facilities, community clinics, independent practice and telehealth. Students will learn to function autonomously as innovators, entrepreneurs and creative problem-solvers.
This program offers:
- Advanced holistic nursing skills and knowledge
- Small classes
- Synchronous online courses convenient for working professionals
- Rolling admissions
- Eligibility to sit for ANCC PHMNP credential and AHNCC holistic nursing certification
- 21 months, 46 credits, 630 practicum hours, assistance in obtaining practicum
Why Obtain Your PMHNP Education at MSOE?
MSOE's PMHNP program offers a unique, holistic approach to psychiatric and mental health care. In addition to advanced practice psychiatric education, students develop robust knowledge and skills in holistic nursing care, including psychotherapy and complementary and alternative approaches.
Accreditation
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing and the master's degree program in nursing at Milwaukee School of Engineering are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
The PMHNP program is endorsed by the American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporation (AHNCC). Our curriculum is grounded in holistic nursing philosophy, theory, and concepts consistent with the AHNA Scope and Standards of Holistic Nursing Practice.
MSN Requirements
- Complete the free application here
- Submit official BSN post-secondary transcripts
- A criminal background check and urine drug screen will be done on all students entering the program
Post-Certification Requirements
- Complete the free application here
- Submit official BSN post-secondary transcripts
- Master of Science in Nursing from an accredited university and current unrestricted RN license
- Confirmation of Advanced Pathophysiology, Advanced Pharmacology, Advanced Assessment within the past 7 years
- A criminal background check and urine drug screen will be done on all students entering the program
MSN Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program Details
Read more about MSOE’s MSN-PMHNP Certificate program and view the curriculum.
PMHNP Post-Master's Certificate Program Details
Read more about MSOE’s PMHNP Post-Master’s Certificate program and view the curriculum.
Hear about MSOE's partnership with Rogers Behavioral Health and its focus on mental health in MSOE's podcast, Rethink What's Possible:
Industry experts Dr. Carol Sabel, MSOE School of Nursing chairperson, and Sue McKenzie Dicks, vice president of healthy culture at Rogers Behavioral Health, discuss the importance of mental health with recent graduate Jake Egan, who shares his own personal mental health journey.