Psychiatric-Mental Health Curriculum

Academics & Admissions

The Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner DNP Program admits students every fall and has the following requirements for graduation:

  • 78 Credits
  • 752 Clinical Hours (min.)
  • The minimum number of combined clinical practicum and DNP project experience hours is 1000. Students, however, may be required to complete more than 1000 hours to meet minimum competency requirements for graduation and certification (when applicable).

More information about the program:

  • Students may complete this program in four or five years (see the 4- and 5-Year Plans of Study)
  • In-person classes meet on our Newark campus
View Curriculum
(Effective Fall 2023)

2023 Fall Start

4-Year Study Plan
5-Year Study Plan

2021 Fall Start

4-Year Study Plan
5-Year Study Plan

Spring 2021 Only

Part-Time Study Plan

Starting Fall 2019

Part-time Study Plan

Before Fall 2019

Fall

Part-Time Study Plan
Student testimonial

The DNP Psych-Mental Health track is challenging, yet very rewarding, and sharpens your skills to help you become a top notch health care provider.

Jaykumar Maradia, DNP Student

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