Hempstead,
NY,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Doctorate in Nursing Practice in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Hempstead United States | Hofstra University
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Hempstead United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
38,420
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Doctorate in Nursing Practice program employs an interprofessional educational approach to train PMHNPs capable of delivering comprehensive, evidence-based, and compassionate care. Graduates will enhance the health outcomes of varied populations and communities, ultimately benefiting society as a whole.
This PMHNP specialization equips graduates to deliver personalized, high-quality care to patients of all ages and their families. As mental health providers, PMHNPs offer primary psychiatric services across diverse clinical environments. Their practice emphasizes continuous, relationship-focused care that fosters mental wellness, prevents psychiatric conditions, and manages mental health disorders. PMHNPs conduct evaluations, diagnose conditions, and provide treatment for mental health issues throughout a patient's lifetime, adhering to standards set by NONPF (2013, 2017).
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
BS in Nursing from an accredited institution, a GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale for baccalaureate nursing degree and subsequent graduate work.
An unencumbered New York State RN license.
Nursing clinical experience: Prior to entering the clinical coursework of the program in the fall of year 2, a minimum of two years of current clinical experience is required.
Verification of a basic health assessment course.
Verification of a statistics course.
AHA Certification: a current copy of ACLS certification.
A resume that includes relevant work experiences (including dates of employment by month and year), evidence of community service, examples of leadership and commitment to the profession of nursing, and memberships in professional nursing organizations.
Three letters of recommendation submitted through the online recommendation form, accessible through the online application. Letters can be from the following sources, attesting to the applicant's capacity and potential for master's study:
The applicant's current immediate manager,
The director or a faculty member from the most recent academic program attended (if the applicant has been a nursing student in the last five years), and,
A person who can attest to the applicant's professional work.
A pre-admission interview.
CASPer, a 90-minute online situational judgment test, serves to further enhance our holistic application review process by assessing non-cognitive skills and identifying personal attributes such as ethics, empathy, cultural sensitivity, collaboration, resiliency, and adaptability. CASPer test results are only valid for one admissions cycle. Applicants who have taken the test in previous years will need to re-take the exam.
One essay.
Comprehensive background check.
Student Health Requirements: Proof of physical examination within one year of application, student NP liability insurance, and health insurance, current immunizations for MMR, Chickenpox, Hepatitis B, Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis.
Certification in the area of clinical practice is preferred.
Admissions Criteria for Advanced Standing Applicants with a MS Degree
Be a graduate of an accredited nursing master's degree program as a PMHNP.
Be NYS licensed and board eligible as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.
Be a graduate of an accredited nursing master's degree program as either an AGACNP, an FNP, or a PMHNP.
Be NYS licensed and board eligible as an adult gerontology acute care nurse practitioner, family nurse practitioner, or psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.
Be licensed as a registered nurse in New York State and have an unencumbered license.
Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 in a master's degree program in nursing or equivalent professional experience.
TOEFL - 80
IELTS - 6.5
An unencumbered New York State RN license.
Nursing clinical experience: Prior to entering the clinical coursework of the program in the fall of year 2, a minimum of two years of current clinical experience is required.
Verification of a basic health assessment course.
Verification of a statistics course.
AHA Certification: a current copy of ACLS certification.
A resume that includes relevant work experiences (including dates of employment by month and year), evidence of community service, examples of leadership and commitment to the profession of nursing, and memberships in professional nursing organizations.
Three letters of recommendation submitted through the online recommendation form, accessible through the online application. Letters can be from the following sources, attesting to the applicant's capacity and potential for master's study:
The applicant's current immediate manager,
The director or a faculty member from the most recent academic program attended (if the applicant has been a nursing student in the last five years), and,
A person who can attest to the applicant's professional work.
A pre-admission interview.
CASPer, a 90-minute online situational judgment test, serves to further enhance our holistic application review process by assessing non-cognitive skills and identifying personal attributes such as ethics, empathy, cultural sensitivity, collaboration, resiliency, and adaptability. CASPer test results are only valid for one admissions cycle. Applicants who have taken the test in previous years will need to re-take the exam.
One essay.
Comprehensive background check.
Student Health Requirements: Proof of physical examination within one year of application, student NP liability insurance, and health insurance, current immunizations for MMR, Chickenpox, Hepatitis B, Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis.
Certification in the area of clinical practice is preferred.
Admissions Criteria for Advanced Standing Applicants with a MS Degree
Be a graduate of an accredited nursing master's degree program as a PMHNP.
Be NYS licensed and board eligible as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.
Be a graduate of an accredited nursing master's degree program as either an AGACNP, an FNP, or a PMHNP.
Be NYS licensed and board eligible as an adult gerontology acute care nurse practitioner, family nurse practitioner, or psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.
Be licensed as a registered nurse in New York State and have an unencumbered license.
Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 in a master's degree program in nursing or equivalent professional experience.
TOEFL - 80
IELTS - 6.5
Tuition
USD
38,420