Who can apply for the Vanderbilt PMHNP Program?
The Vanderbilt PMHNP program is a flexible program that offers multiple entry options to the prospective student: • Students Without Nursing Degrees. Students who do not have a nursing degree and have no prior nursing background may enter into the Pre-specialty Program with a PMHNP concentration. The Pre-specialty Program requires completion of a baccalaureate or higher degree prior to entry and certain prerequisites. It is ideal for individuals with undergraduate (and even graduate) degrees in psychology, counseling, social work, or health education to pursue an advanced practice nursing role and certification. It is a two-year, 6-semester program. The first year consists of generalist nursing courses. The second year consists of advanced practice CORE NP and Psychiatric-Mental Health specialty courses. Program of studies and timeline for this option • Students with RNs (ASN or Diploma). Students who are RNs with an Associate Degree or a Diploma in Nursing may enter into the RN Pre-sp
