Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Post-Master’s Certificate Plus APRN Core Online

The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Post-Master’s Certificate Plus APRN Core online program is specifically designed to help you gain the credentials to specialize in psychiatric mental health while satisfying APRN requirements.

Apply by: 8/12/24
Start class: 8/26/24 Apply Now

Program Overview

Discover a PMHNP program that satisfies APRN core requirements

Specialize your career as a nurse practitioner in the psychiatric mental health field while earning advanced practice credentials in the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Post-Master’s Certificate Plus APRN Core online program.

The only PMHNP program within a 150-mile radius preparing mental health providers to thrive in an already underserved community and throughout Texas.

In this online post-master’s certificate program, you will study holistic health that includes neurobiological, biological, psychological, social, spiritual, emotional and mental well-being to serve the needs of psychiatric-mental health patients. Combine your nursing knowledge with empathy, compassion, devotion to duty, commitment to learning and cultural competence to care for a diverse range of patients with mental health challenges. Be prepared to assess, diagnose, plan treatment, prescribe medications for mental health needs of patients or substance abuse problems and practice psychotherapy.

In addition, you will complete APRN core courses in advanced pharmacology, advanced physical assessment and advanced pathophysiology to fulfill APRN requirements.

Along with online coursework, you will also complete practicum courses to gain hands-on experiences in real-world settings. The faculty for this program are current healthcare providers in pediatric clinics and behavioral health clinics; and they communicate frequently with site preceptors to check your progress.

After completing this program, you will have met the education requirements to sit for the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification exam.

In this online program, you will learn to:

  • Critically analyze, interpret and utilize appropriate knowledge, research and theories to meet the healthcare needs of diverse client populations across the lifespan
  • Collaboratively plan the delivery of culturally sensitive healthcare with organizations and the community
  • Contribute to the advancement of the nursing profession through evidence-based research and practice
  • Synthesize the leadership management, negotiating, teaching/coaching and consulting roles to foster continual improvement in order to meet changing societal and environmental needs
  • Operationalize ethical, legal, political and economic principles in application to the management of healthcare delivery across the lifespan
  • Advocate for advanced nursing practice through a commitment to lifelong learning and community service
In this online program, you will learn to:+
  • Critically analyze, interpret and utilize appropriate knowledge, research and theories to meet the healthcare needs of diverse client populations across the lifespan
  • Collaboratively plan the delivery of culturally sensitive healthcare with organizations and the community
  • Contribute to the advancement of the nursing profession through evidence-based research and practice
  • Synthesize the leadership management, negotiating, teaching/coaching and consulting roles to foster continual improvement in order to meet changing societal and environmental needs
  • Operationalize ethical, legal, political and economic principles in application to the management of healthcare delivery across the lifespan
  • Advocate for advanced nursing practice through a commitment to lifelong learning and community service

As a graduate of this program, you will be prepared to work in multiple settings, including:

  • Psychiatric hospital
  • Private practice
  • Schools, colleges, and university-based clinic
  • Community behavioral health center/mental health center
  • Psychiatrist or mental health Group
  • Veteran’s administration outpatient psychiatry clinic
  • Telemedicine visits
  • Correctional facility
  • Residential substance abuse facility
  • Assisted living facility/residential treatment center
As a graduate of this program, you will be prepared to work in multiple settings, including:+
  • Psychiatric hospital
  • Private practice
  • Schools, colleges, and university-based clinic
  • Community behavioral health center/mental health center
  • Psychiatrist or mental health Group
  • Veteran’s administration outpatient psychiatry clinic
  • Telemedicine visits
  • Correctional facility
  • Residential substance abuse facility
  • Assisted living facility/residential treatment center
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Also available:

Texas A&M International University offers a variety of in-demand online nursing programs. Explore all of our online nursing programs.

Total Tuition $13,212*
Duration As few as 12 months
Credit Hours 36

Accreditation

ACEN Accredited

The undergraduate and graduate programs in the Dr. F. M. Canseco School of Nursing in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). Contact by mail at 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326, by phone at 404-975-5000 or visit acenursing.org.

Also available:

Texas A&M International University offers a variety of in-demand online nursing programs. Explore all of our online nursing programs.

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Tuition

We offer flexibility in paying your tuition

Tuition for the PMHNP Post-Master’s Certificate Plus APRN Core online program is affordable, and can be paid by the course. All fees are included.

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In-State Tuition:

The following tuition applies only to Texas residents.

Program Per Credit Hour Per Course Per Program*
PMHNP Plus APRN Core $367 $ $13,212

Out-of-State Tuition:

Program Per Credit Hour Per Program*
PMHNP Plus APRN Core $1,030 $37,080

*Tuition subject to change.

Tuition breakdown:

Total Tuition $13,212*
Per Credit Hour $367

Calendar

We offer flexibility in paying your tuition

The PMHNP Post-Master’s Certificate Plus APRN Core program is delivered in an online format ideal for working nurses. Choose the start date that is best for you.

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SessionProgram Start DateApplication DeadlineDocument DeadlinePayment DueLast Class Day
Fall I8/26/248/12/248/19/248/23/2410/11/24
Spring I1/21/251/6/251/13/251/17/253/8/25

Now enrolling:

Apply Date 8/12/24
Class Starts 8/26/24

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Admissions

Check out the PMHNP Plus APRN Core admission criteria

Applying for the PMHNP Post-Master’s Certificate Plus APRN Core online program is a simple process. Learn more about the admission requirements below.

Admission Requirements:

  • Unencumbered RN license in Texas
  • MSN in Nursing or DNP
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To be considered for admission into the PMHNP Post-Master’s Certificate Plus APRN Core online program, you must meet the following requirements:

  • Submit an application via ApplyTexas to the Graduate School
  • Graduate Application Fee of $35.00. International Graduate Student Application Fee of $50.00
  • Official College/University Transcript(s) from institutions other than Texas A&M International University must be sent directly from each institution attended. Degree(s) must be posted on the transcript. The degree must be from a regionally accredited college or university. Degrees and transcripts from institutions outside the U.S. will be evaluated for equivalency to U.S. degrees according to generally accepted practices in higher education.
  • A valid unencumbered RN license without restrictions in the State of Texas.
  • Evidence of a baccalaureate nursing degree from a nationally accredited college or university.
  • Evidence of a completed graduate degree from a nationally accredited Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice Program with a focus in advanced nursing practice.
  • A minimum GPA of 3.00 from a completed master’s degree or doctoral degree in advanced nursing practice (i.e. Family Nurse Practitioner) from a nationally accredited program.
  • Required immunizations, medical health insurance, physical examination completed by a licensed medical health provider, criminal background check and drug screen must be submitted separately to a designated vendor for repository of documents, i.e. Verified Credentials.
    • Immunizations: MMR and varicella immunizations or rubeola, rubella or varicella titers; Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis); Hepatitis B (HBV) series or HBV titer or signed informed refusal; Annual influenza vaccination (received in the Fall of each year).
    • Verification of drug and criminal background screening by a designated company or agency at student expense. (Contact the Director of graduate Program for questions).
    • Submit a signed release of information form for release of information to the CNHS. (Contact the Director of Graduate Program for this form).
    • Annual tuberculosis (TB) skin test or blood test.
    • Students are required to provide proof of health insurance obtained from a U.S. health insurance provider.

International Transcript Evaluation:
TAMIU does their own foreign credential evaluations. Graduate School does not require third party evaluations nor are obligated to accept the results, or GPA calculations, if an evaluation is submitted. If an applicant submits an official evaluation, the evaluation does not replace official transcripts or certificates of graduation.

Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended should be mailed directly from the institution(s) to TAMIU at this address:

Texas A&M International University
Graduate School
Senator Judith Zaffirini Student Success Center, Suite 223
5201 University Boulevard
Laredo, TX 78041
OR
Electronically to [email protected]

Former TAMIU students DO NOT have to request TAMIU transcripts.

For documents other than transcripts, please upload to your application portal located here. If transcripts are uploaded to the portal, you will be asked to resend all official transcripts by mail or email and will delay the application process.

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Courses

Browse the PMHNP Plus APRN Core course offerings

Curriculum for the PMHNP Plus APRN online program is comprised of six core courses and six APRN courses.

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Duration: 14 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 2
This course is part I of a comprehensive study of the pathophysiologic basis of disease as it affects human beings across the life cycle. Emphasis is placed upon endogenous and exogenous environmental factors that contribute to altered functional balance. The focus is on the cardiovascular, immune, neurologic and renal systems related to mechanisms of disease and specific mechanisms that cause abnormalities resulting in dysfunction. Disease states commonly encountered and managed in primary care settings are emphasized.
Duration: 14 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 2
This course is part II of a comprehensive study of the pathophysiologic basis of disease as it affects human beings across the life cycle. Emphasis is placed upon endogenous and exogenous environmental factors that contribute to altered functional balance. The focus is on the endocrine, gastrointestinal, hematologic, hepatobiliary, lymphatic reproductive and respiratory systems related to mechanisms of disease that cause abnormalities resulting in dysfunction. Disease states commonly encountered and managed in primary care settings are emphasized.
Duration: 14 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 2
This is part I of a course focused on clinical pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics with emphasis on major drug classes related to the cardiovascular, immune, neurologic and renal systems. Special emphasis is placed on drugs and drug classes used to treat problems commonly encountered in primary care.
Duration: 14 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 2
This is part II of a course focused on clinical pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics with emphasis on major drug classes related to the endocrine, gastrointestinal, hematologic, hepatobiliary, lymphatic, reproductive and respiratory systems. Special emphasis is placed on drugs and drug classes used to treat problems commonly encountered in primary care. 
Duration: 14 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 2
This course focuses on the integration of advanced knowledge and skills of health assessment and diagnostic evaluation. Emphasis is on a holistic approach to individuals across the life span. Evidence‐based concepts related to health promotion and disease prevention are presented. Critical thinking and diagnostic reasoning skills are developed. Objectives of 2020 along with concepts including family systems, developmental theories, cultural considerations, environmental factors, and spiritual influences and learning styles are explored. 
Duration: 14 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 2
This course focuses on a systems approach to health issues that present in the primary care setting with emphasis on assessment, screening, physical exam and differential diagnosis. Students will concentrate on history taking, physical examination, diagnostic reasoning and assessment. Clinical experiences will enable students to develop clinical reasoning skills that are necessary to perform comprehensive physical examination and develop a differential and final diagnosis in the primary care. Requires a one day onsite intensive component which is on Saturday or Sunday. 135 Clinical Hours

All APRN courses must be complete prior to the student taking any core courses.

Duration: 14 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 4
The focus of this course is on the exploration of theories and conceptual frameworks, and their relationship to psychiatric and mental health advanced nursing practice across the lifespan. Emphasis is on the utilization of theories and models in nursing as a basis for practice to provide a caring, comprehensive, and holistic approach to health care delivery within a multicultural society. Introduction to scientific foundations of neurobiology for various psychiatric disorders and mental health problems, psychiatric history taking, assessment, diagnostic evaluation, treatment modalities, and determinants of mental health for individuals and families across the life span. Requires a one day onsite intensive component on a Saturday or Sunday.
Duration: 14 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 4
This course focuses on the theoretical and clinical foundation of advanced practice management of psychiatric mental health problems common to individuals and their families across the lifespan. Emphasis is on the application of assessment, diagnosis, and health promotion practices in the comprehensive management and implementation of evidence-based practice in the primary mental health care setting.
Duration: 14 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 4
This clinical practicum course emphasizes the clinical assessment, diagnostic evaluation, and management of individuals and families across the lifespan, who present with common acute, episodic, and chronic psychiatric illnesses in the primary mental health setting. Application of assessment, wellness and health promotion practices in the comprehensive management and implementation of evidence-based practice in the primary mental health care setting is emphasized. There is 180 hours of practicum required.
Duration: 14 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 4
This course focuses on theoretical foundations and evidence-based practice that guide the advanced practice management of psychiatric mental health problems common to individuals and their families across the lifespan. Emphasis is on the role of the advanced practice nurse as a member of the interprofessional team in the primary mental health care setting in collaborative partnerships with individuals, families, and professional colleagues to explore population-based health disparities and their impact on the health of the individual and family.
Duration: 14 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 4
This clinical practicum course emphasizes role of the advanced practice nurse as a member of the interprofessional team in the primary mental health care setting with emphasis on the collaborative partnerships with individuals, families, and professional colleagues. Population-based health disparities and their impact on their health will be explored. There is 180 hours of practicum required.
Duration: 14 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 6
This course emphasizes the full integration of advanced psychiatric-mental health nursing management across the life span and builds on knowledge and skills acquired throughout the course of study. Emphasis is on the acquisition of clinical competence in the care and management of individuals and families across the lifespan with episodic, acute, and chronic conditions, both simple and complex. There is 270 hours of practicum required.

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