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MSN in Family Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

The University of Akron

Program Overview

The Family Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner track prepares nurses to assume advanced practice positions as providers of primary mental health care to individuals in traditional and nontraditional settings. Preparation for advanced practice nursing with adults is emphasized and includes supervised clinical experiences with individuals, groups and families. Emphasis is placed on making independent and interdependent decisions in managing client care and on developing skill in planning, coordinating and evaluating intervention programs. Individuals prepared for advanced practice in psychiatric mental health nursing integrate knowledge of education, research, consultation and advanced clinical practice in collaboration with other health care professionals to influence health policy and client outcomes

Program Key Stats

$26470.8 (Annual Fee)
Rolling


Eligibility Criteria


79
6.5
79

Additional Information & Requirements

Original transcripts/diplomas or certified true copies from all universities, professional schools, and/or colleges previously attended (or currently attending), Minimum 3.0 undergraduate grade point average in coursework , Hold a bachelor's degree in nursing from an NLNAC or CCNE accredited nursing program, 3 Letters of references, Resume, English Language profeciency (with a minimum score of 79 for TOEFL and 6.5 for IELTS), Statement of purpose, 300 word Essay, One year recent experience in an adult or gerontological care setting

Career Options

  • Counseling psychologists
  • Health Psychologists
  • Neuropsychologists

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