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Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Track at a Glance
The Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) specialty track at Cizik School of Nursing at UTHealth Houston prepares students to assess, diagnose, and treat patients with mental health and substance use disorders, and to provide counseling to individuals and families. Designed for working nurses, the PMHNP track includes online and on-campus coursework as well as clinical rotations.
Upon completion, students can apply to take the PMHNP national certification exam offered by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB). Once certified, students can then apply for an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license in Texas.
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- Admit Terms: Spring and Fall
- Average Completion: Ten semesters
- Credit Requirements: 79 hours for BSN to DNP; 26-40 hours for post-graduate
- Educational Mode: Online and on-campus courses
Enrollment Level: Degree plan includes a mix of full- and part-time semesters. - Estimated Tuition: Among the lowest in the state
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High First-time Pass Rates
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In 2024, all Cizik School of Nursing students graduating on the psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner track passed the ANCC’s national certification exam on their first attempt.
Affordable Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Education
Our high-quality BSN to PhD PMHNP track is among the most affordable in Texas. You can also apply for merit- and need-based PMHNP scholarships and HRSA traineeships through Cizik School of Nursing to help you financially as you advance your education.
Real-world Clinical Opportunities
Because we offer one of the most accessible PMHNP specialty tracks in Texas, you can complete your clinical requirements in the globally renowned Texas Medical Center or where you live. Our curriculum strongly emphasizes psychotherapeutic techniques and psychopharmacotherapy. So whether you complete your clinical hours in the UTHealth Houston John S. Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center or at other inpatient and outpatient facilities around the state, the Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner track of our DNP program will prepare you to be a skilled and confident practitioner.
Meet student Emily Clavell-Head
Emily Clavell-Head, BSN, RN, was drawn to Cizik School of Nursing at UTHealth Houston by its reputation and chose Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner track for a personal reason.
Dedicated Faculty
Thanks to small and engaging classes, you will be able to work closely with faculty mentors who bring their years of professional and teaching experience into the classroom to help you strengthen the skills to succeed as a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
Career Pathways as a PMHNP
Cizik School of Nursing advanced practice degree graduates are eligible to take national certification exams and eligible for licensure as an advanced practice nurse in Texas.
Our PMHNP specialty track will prepare you to work in a wide variety of health care and other professional settings, including:
- Mental health clinics
- Rehabilitation centers
- Emergency departments
- Correctional settings
- Psychiatric hospitals
- Inpatient mental health facilities
- State mental health departments
- Private practice settings
- Substance abuse and recovery programs
- Child and adolescent assessment centers
Get Started toward Becoming a PMHNP
Apply to the Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program at Cizik School of Nursing at UTHealth Houston. We look forward to helping you every step of the way.
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Our enrollment coaches can help you navigate the application process.
Call 713-500-2145, or email [email protected].
Your Home for Lifelong Learning
Once you have become a nurse practitioner, Cizik School of Nursing at UTHealth Houston will be here to help you maintain your certification and hone your skills through continuing professional development courses and webinars.
