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MSN - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

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You will earn your MSN-PMHNP by completing 51 credits and a minimum of 750 hours of precepted clinical work (split across four courses). A minimum of 42* credits must be taken at Salve Regina University to obtain your master’s degree. To apply, you must have an RN license that is current and in good standing, you must have maintained a GPA of 3.0, and graduated with a BSN from an accredited program. All qualified students are eligible for admission regardless of race, color, age, gender, disability, religion or national origin.

*students can only transfer a maximum of 9 credits

I truly enjoyed this program. Every instructor and staff member has been beyond helpful, you can tell they take heart in what they do.

MSN-PMHNP Student

PRICING

$40,851 for nurses from partner institutions. $43,248 for nurses from non-partner institutions.

Flexibility

Complete our MSN-PMHNP program in as little as 36 months with multiple start dates per year.

Benefits

Preferred tuition rate for nurses at partner institutions extends to spouses and family members as well as members of the military.

PMHNP Program

Flexible and Affordable.
All that's missing is you.

Pricing
$40,851*

*Pricing reflects cost of nursing curriculum only

Comparison

Discover the Difference

Salve Regina
University

$40,851

$801 / nursing credit hour

Regis
College

$44,100

$980 / nursing credit hour

Simmons
College

$58,045

$1,235 / nursing credit hour

Yale

$105,052

$2,001 / nursing credit hour

Educational Excellence.

Progressive Approach.

CCNE Accredited

Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1934, Salve Regina University is a Catholic institution known for excellence in learning and fueling the imagination of students to bring forward progressive ideas that marry intellect and spiritual growth.

We enroll nearly 2,700 undergraduate and graduate students from across the globe. Our programs are designed to support a world that is harmonious, just and merciful by integrating student experience and personal values with competency in theory and in practice.

"I truly enjoyed this program. Every instructor and staff member has been beyond helpful, you can tell they take heart in what they do."
- MSN PMHNP Nursing Student 2025

"I really enjoyed this program and I think it made a big difference in my practice. I love how realistic everything was."
- MSN Nursing Student 2022

"Along the way, I have gained not only mentors and role models, but also a community of peers who support and challenge each other as we all balance work, life, and education. "
- MSN Nursing Student 2025

Coursework

Online MSN-PMHNP Curriculum

Join the ranks of compassionate leaders in mental health care through Salve Regina University's MSN with a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) concentration. Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, our program offers a transformative online learning experience designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and communities.

As a PMHNP student, you'll engage in a comprehensive curriculum that integrates the latest research, evidence-based practices, and ethical considerations. Through innovative learning opportunities and personalized support, you'll develop expertise in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health disorders across the lifespan. Our program emphasizes a holistic approach to mental wellness, empowering you to address the complex needs of diverse populations with empathy and cultural sensitivity. Take the first step towards a fulfilling career in psychiatric nursing – apply to Salve Regina's PMHNP fully online program.

*students can only transfer a maximum of 9 credits

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Required courses

nur503

Advanced Physiology & Pathophysiology

nur505

Foundations of the APRN

nur511

Global Influences in the Advanced Management of Care

nur512

Advanced Health Assessment

nur514

Advanced Health Informatics

nur520

Research for Evidence-Based Practice

nur535

Pharmacologic Principles for Advanced Practice Nursing

nur542

Advanced Psychopharmacology Across the Lifespan

nur546

Psychiatric Mental Health NP I: Assessment, Diagnostics, Evaluation & Psychotherapies

nur558

Psychiatric Mental Health NP II: Psychogenomics, Psycho-Pharmaco-Management & Counseling

nur568

Psychiatric Mental Health NP III: Mental Health Across the Lifespan

nur570

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Clinical I

nur575

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Clinical II

nur580

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Clinical III

Step Confidently into Your Future

To apply to Salve Regina University's online MSN Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) concentration, prospective students must complete the application online at admissions.salve.edu/apply.

Applicants must also provide official transcripts from all degree-granting institutions and show verification of their RN license.

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