About
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) – Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program at Walden University offers a pathway for nurses to specialize in caring for patients’ mental and emotional well-being across the lifespan.
Key Features
- Prepare for Certification: Walden’s MSN-PMHNP program provides the academic foundation you need to sit for the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification exam.
- Practicum Support: With Practicum Pledge®, our dedicated Field Placement Team will help connect you with a site and preceptor to enhance your hands-on learning experience.
- Practical Learning Scenarios: Build confidence through supervised clinical experiences and virtual Walden Grand Rounds to practice your new skills.
What You Will Learn
- Apply systems and organizational leadership to enhance specialist nursing practice, improve healthcare delivery, and drive social change.
- Critically evaluate research and theoretical frameworks to inform decision-making and establish evidence-based practices for psychiatric-mental health nursing.
- Develop and implement cost-effective healthcare strategies to reduce health disparities, ensuring equitable access to mental health services for diverse populations.
Organization
Walden University
Walden University stands as a pioneer in distance education, established in 1970 to create innovative learning opportunities for working professionals. As a leader in online education, Walden combines academic excellence with program options designed to meet the unique needs of adult learners. The university offers a comprehensive range of bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and certificate programs, all delivered through a supportive online learning environment that emphasizes real-world applications. Distinguished by its commitment to inclusivity, Walden serves a diverse community of students and faculty from varied ethnic, educational, and financial backgrounds. Over the past five decades, the university has empowered more than 191,000 alumni to advance their education while maintaining their careers, creating lasting impact in their communities. Through its student-centered approach and dedication to quality education, Walden continues to transform the landscape of higher education by making advanced degrees accessible to working adults worldwide.