University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Online Post Master's Certificate in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing program

Program OverviewProgram Specialty: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse PractitionerDegree Type: Post-MSN Certificate New or Second Specialty (any MSN accepted)Program Structure: Online instruction with clinical hours requirementsWebsite: www.utrgv.edu/online/

Program RequirementsClinical Hours Requirements: 520 clinical hoursNumber of Credits Required: 21 credits needed to graduateNumber of Campus Visits Required: 0Program OptionsCurriculum Options: Full-time onlyProgram Length: Program can be completed in 12 monthsProgram Start Date: Summer admission onlyNumber of Terms: 4 Terms (Summer 1 and 2, Fall and Spring)

Requirements and TuitionApplication Requirements: MSN required (any specialty including NP specialties); current RN license; Students must have completed advanced pathophysiology, pharmacotherapeutics, and physical assessment with a grade of B or aboveGPA: Minimum GPA 3.0Standardized Testing: Not RequiredTuition: ~$12,378.03 + feesCost Per Credit Hour: $589.43 per credit hour

Eligibility Restrictions: Program does not currently accept students from California, Florida and Massachusetts