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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (CAGS)

Certificate

Northeastern University's Advanced Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing program is designed to prepare nurses to provide a broad range of mental health services to children, adolescents, adults, and families.

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Program Format
On ground
Time Commitment
Part time, Full time
Duration
1 - 2 Year(s)
Entry Term(s)
Fall
Meets F1 visa requirements
No
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Program overview

An education grounded in care

Please note: We are only accepting applications for the MS in Psychiatric Mental Health NP Online program for the fall of 2024.

The curriculum of the psychiatric mental health graduate nursing program has a lifespan focus, with core course content covering all ages. The program emphasizes a biopsychosocial framework to develop an understanding of human development, the etiology of psychiatric disorders, and treatment modalities geared toward working with individuals across their lifespan and their families. The course of study emphasizes diagnostic decision-making, psychotherapeutic interventions (including individual, family, and group therapies), and psychopharmacology across the lifespan. We are known for our emphasis on the needs of children and families.

The master’s degree program in nursing and the post-graduate APRN certificate program at Northeastern University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.

  • Clinical practica available in various healthcare settings
  • The program prepares students to sit for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification
  • The program is appropriate for licensed nurses who possess Master of Science in Nursing degree
  • The NU School of Nursing has been designated as a National League for Nursing Center of Excellence in Nursing Education
  • Upon completion of the curriculum, graduates are eligible to sit for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification through the American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC).

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Fall Term

Fall Application Deadline: July 1

  • Application

  • Application fee

  • Two letters of recommendation (academic and professional)

  • *Transcripts from all institutions attended

  • Personal statement

  • Resumé

  • TOEFL or IELTS for applicants who do not hold a degree from a U.S. institution and whose native language is not English

  • Baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited program (USA)

  • Master of Science in Nursing degree

  • Current RN licensure

*Transcripts from outside of the U.S. will require a course-by-course evaluation from WES or ECE

Program objectives

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Training and clinical practice

Clinical practica are available across a variety of sectors of the healthcare system regionally or in the Boston area, including private, public, and community-based settings, and outpatient clinics.

Foundational expertise

The program emphasizes a biopsychosocial framework to develop an understanding of human development and the etiology of psychiatric disorders. Students are trained in treatment modalities to assist individuals across the lifespan and their families.

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  • $46,704
    Tuition in USD

Estimated Total Tuition

This is an estimate based on the tuition rates for Academic Year 2025-2026 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time. Select programs at select campuses offer additional scholarships of up to 25% off the listed price for domestic students studying on campus. For more detailed information, please visit Student Financial Services.

For students interested in pursuing financial assistance or educational loans, additional educational costs, known as Cost of Attendance (COA) components, can be included in the calculation of aid and loan eligibility. Components may include food, housing, books, course materials, supplies, equipment, transportation, personal expenses, and the cost of obtaining a first professional licensure. You can find comprehensive details on the Student Financial Services website. Please keep in mind that COA can vary significantly depending on academic program, enrollment intensity, and individual circumstances.

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