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Post Masters Certificate, Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner

Post Masters Certificate, Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner Program

The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Track prepares students to assume the responsibility for the provision of healthcare in the areas of mental health promotion, disease prevention and clinical management of mental health conditions. The PMHNP is the advanced practice nurse generalist and graduates of this track develops collaborative relationships with other healthcare providers, designs and implements the plan of care, and is accountable for improving clinical outcomes and care processes in a quality, cost effective manner. The emphasis of this program is on meeting the healthcare needs of underserved populations.

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At a Glance

  • 20-month program, 5-semester curriculum for MSN, 16-month, 4-semester for PMC
  • Master of Science in Nursing Degree or Post-Master’s Certificate
  • CCNE and WASC accredited program and university
  • Hybrid-class format

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Program Start Dates

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Track Certificate

Fall Semester

Semester begins August
Applications due July 30th

Spring Semester

Semester begins January
Applications due November 30th

Summer Semester

Semester begins May
Applications due March 16th

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Clinical Experiences

Students in the entry-level Master of Science in Nursing program complete clinical experiences in a variety of settings, including:

  • Kedren Acute Psychiatric Hospital 
  • Gateways Hospital 
  • College Medical Center 
  • UCLA Neuropsychiatry 
  • KECK USC 
  • Harbor UCLA
  • Kern Medical Center
I am very thankful for the experiences and opportunities that were opened for me because of Charles R. Drew University.”
Hazel Mary Danggoec , DNP, RN, CNL

Career Options

Students who complete the entry-level Master of Science in Nursing program pursue careers as a:

  • Registered Nurse
  • Clinical Nurse Specialist
  • Research Nurse
  • Health Informatics Nurse
  • Nursing Educator
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Upcoming Info Sessions

Interested in the Entry-Level Master of Science in Nursing at Charles Drew University? Register to attend an information session to learn more about the program.

Accreditation

The Entry-Level Master of Science in Nursing program is accredited by CCNE (Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education) and is approved by the California Board of Nursing.