2 Mental Health Nursing Postgraduate Degree Programs

Sacred Heart University's post-MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate prepares graduates for a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner career. The eligible applicant will need an MSN from an accredited MSN program, an unencumbered RN license and an interest in becoming a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. This online 21-credit program allows for 1-on-1 student and faculty interaction and experiential learning.

George Mason University's CCNE-accredited Post-Master's Graduate Certificate – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) prepares advanced practice nurses to meet the rising demand for mental health services. This 23-credit hybrid program combines online and on-campus learning, with hands-on training from expert faculty. Completed in three to five semesters, it equips students to give evidence-based psychiatric care, advocate for system improvements, and move confidently into the PMHN