Description
This course provides the PMHNP student with the knowledge necessary to manage patients across the lifespan who have psychiatric mental health issues. It explores the theory, frameworks, and practice of psychotherapeutic interventions used across the lifespan. It analyzes holistic, research-based approaches for assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental health problems and psychiatric disorders. Caring for diverse patient populations according to the social determinants of health is included. The accompanying clinical course includes 240 clinical hours.
Prerequisite: NU 770, NU 772, NU 773, NU 790 or licensed as an APRN and acceptance into the Post-Masters PMHNP certificate program
Corequisite: NU 793
Offered: Fall Semester Online