{"id":28399,"date":"2023-09-29T15:19:45","date_gmt":"2023-09-29T19:19:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/academics\/?page_id=28399"},"modified":"2026-02-05T10:31:34","modified_gmt":"2026-02-05T15:31:34","slug":"online-post-masters-pmhnp-certificate","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/academics\/college-of-health-and-education\/malek-school-of-nursing-professions\/graduate-programs\/graduate-nursing-certificate-programs\/post-masters-certificate-psychiatric-mental-health-nurse-practitioner-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Post-Master’s Certificate-Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Important Update for Graduate Nursing Applicants:<\/strong><\/p>\n All<\/strong> graduate nursing applications at Marymount University are reviewed exclusively through NursingCAS<\/a>.<\/strong> To apply, you must submit your application through the NursingCAS system. Need help with your application?<\/strong> Marymount University\u2019s online Post-Master\u2019s Certificate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMC-PMHNP) program equips you with the knowledge and skills to become an advanced practice psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner through a strongly focused curriculum based on ethics and evidence-based care. Coursework in the online Post-Master\u2019s Certificate program is 100% remote, yet with the residency experience on Marymount\u2019s campus in the Washington, D.C. area, you\u2019ll benefit from a global perspective that empowers you to make a difference as a nurse practitioner locally, nationally, and internationally.<\/p>\n In just two years, you can graduate fully prepared for the AANP or ANCC PMHNP certification exam and start your career as a compassionate psychiatric mental health practitioner caring for patients with mental health disorders or substance abuse problems across the lifespan.<\/p>\n Marymount\u2019s online PMHNP certificate program centers around holistic, compassionate care and patient advocacy. After completing this program, you will apply the advanced knowledge and critical thinking skills needed to provide evidence-informed mental and behavioral health care for patients of all ages, considering their families, communities, and socioeconomic status. You will also be able to:<\/p>\n Mental health and physical health are strongly connected \u2014 one can affect the other \u2014 yet nearly half of all Americans lack access to proper mental health care.* As a nurse practitioner, you\u2019ve seen that poor mental health or mental illness can contribute to chronic health conditions and affect a patient\u2019s well-being.<\/p>\n According to the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, only 4.7% of the practicing 355,000 licensed NPs in the U.S. are certified in psychiatric\/mental health. The need for more PMHNPs is critical.<\/p>\n Marymount\u2019s online PMC-PMHNP certificate program provides a pathway for you to fill the need. Our part-time program offers you the flexibility to balance work and education and get certified to treat mental health concerns in patients of all ages.<\/p>\n *Health Resources & Services Administration<\/em><\/small><\/p>\n Our highly engaged faculty sees each student as an individual. You\u2019ll learn from practicing PMHNPs who are experts in their field as you translate theoretical knowledge from the sciences and humanities into delivering advanced nursing care to diverse populations. You\u2019ll benefit from access to a dedicated Student Success Advisor, who will work with you to ensure you have the resources you need to complete your degree.<\/p>\n CCNE Accreditation<\/strong><\/small><\/p>\n The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master\u2019s degree program in nursing, post-master\u2019s certificate programs, and Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Marymount University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/em><\/p>\n Post-Master\u2019s Certificate-Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program Important Update for Graduate Nursing Applicants: All graduate nursing applications at Marymount University are reviewed exclusively through NursingCAS. To apply, you must submit your application through the NursingCAS system. We strongly encourage you to create your account and get started early, as it typically takes NursingCAS at least […]<\/p>\n
\nWe strongly encourage you to create your account and get started early, as it typically takes NursingCAS at least two weeks<\/strong> to verify an application once it has been submitted. Beginning the process early will give you plenty of time to gather and upload all required materials.<\/p>\n
\nContact the NursingCAS Customer Support Team:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n
\nBuild on Your MSN and Become a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner<\/h3>\n
Specialize in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing as a PMHNP<\/h3>\n
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Why Pursue an Online PMHNP Post-Master\u2019s Certificate?<\/h3>\n
Expert Faculty, Unmatched Student Support<\/h3>\n
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