Our DNP program is designed for licensed, registered nurses with an APRN MSN who want to provide psychiatric services to their patients.
You will complete courses and practicums required for eligibility to take the national certification exam as an advanced practice nurse in psychiatric mental health. Topics include:
- Psychotherapy methods and advanced diagnostics across the lifespan: adult, child, adolescent, older adults, and special populations
- Psychopharmacology, the study of medications used to treat mental disorders
- Culturally-centered, collaborative care in the prevention and management of mental health disorders
Core DNP courses will provide advanced practice knowledge and exposure to emerging healthcare technology, such as telehealth and informatics.
You will complete practicums in psychiatric mental health environments with clinical mentors in your own community. These practicums will let you immediately apply your knowledge of diagnosis and treatment strategies to individuals, families, and groups from diverse backgrounds.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master's degree program in nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Old Dominion University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
