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Apr 20, 2024
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2021-2022 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Post-Masters Certificate
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The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner is an advanced practice registered nurse who focuses clinical practice on individuals, families, or populations across the life span at risk for developing and/or having a diagnosis of psychiatric disorders or mental health problems. Graduates are prepared to work respectfully and collaboratively with clients/consumers who are experiencing severe or chronic mental illnesses to determine biopsychosocial healthcare needs within a complex and changing environment. Theory and clinical coursework focus on assessment; differential diagnosis and disease management; intervention planning; individual, family, and group psychotherapy; health promotion; and disease prevention.
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Admission Requirements
Requirements for MSN Post-Licensure Admission
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Grade Point Average
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Prerequisites must be completed within the last five years
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Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and/or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or the evaluated equivalency.
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Active California Registered Nursing (RN) License
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Three Recommendations completed on forms provided
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Must be from sources who can personally attest to the candidate’s potential for scholarly and professional success: one personal, one academic, and one employer. Family members and friends may not complete recommendations.
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Professional Resume that includes current practice with a minimum of two (2) years of work experience as RN for APRN concentrations (Nurse Practitioner; Clinical Nurse Specialist).
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A Comprehensive essay of no more than 1000 words in APA 7th edition format that includes the following elements:
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Students are expected to work as a registered nurse during the program to gain clinical experience.
Program Requirements (29 units)
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