Northeastern University - Graduate Programs

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Northeastern University - Graduate Programs

Degree:Master; Online
Field of Study:Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $57,123

Fees have been converted from US Dollars to Canadian Dollars. Amount may vary based on current exchange rate.

Description:

The curriculum of the Northeastern University MS in 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 the understanding of human development, etiology of psychiatric disorders, and treatment modalities geared toward working with individuals across the 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.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    • Baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited USA program.
    • Minimum GPA of 3.0, with grades of ‘B’ or better, is required in all undergraduate clinical courses.
    • Successful completion of a statistics course that includes probability theory and hypothesis testing.
    • Current RN licensure.
    • At least 1 year of active full-time nursing experience with direct patient care.
      Application Notes : English Language Proficiency Proof: students for whom English is not their primary language must submit one of the following: an official associate or bachelor's degree transcript from an accredited college or university in the U.S, stating degree conferral and date, or TOEFL, IELTS, or NU Global Exam scores.
      Additional Admission Requirements:
      • Letter(s) of Reference
      • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
      • Statement of Research Interests
      • Work Experience

      * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

      Modified on December 20, 2022