The post-master’s certificate graduate of USF’s Leach College of Nursing is an advanced nurse who functions in a leadership role in the profession and in health care delivery. The graduate incorporates education and research into a practice that is reflective of the dynamic needs of a diverse population.
PMH NP Certificate Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, the graduate will have the competencies to:
- Synthesize theoretical concepts from nursing and related disciplines as a basis for advanced nursing roles
- Implement an advanced nursing role in the healthcare delivery system
- Exemplify leadership roles within the healthcare system to promote patient centered care
- Utilize scientific inquiry to validate and refine nursing knowledge
- Demonstrate evidence-based practice in advanced roles
- Provide care for diverse patients, families, and communities in a culturally competent manner
- Engage in interdisciplinary relationships in practice settings
Curriculum
Psychiatric – Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Post-Master’s Certificate (28 – 37 semester hours)
Advanced Practice Core: (14 semester hours)
NURS 620 Advanced Pathophysiology 4
NURS 621 Advanced Pharmacology 4
NURS 622 Advanced Assessment 4
NURS 651 Pharmacotherapeutics in Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nursing 4
Practica Courses: (12 semester hours)
NURS 653 Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Clinical Mgmt I 4
NURS 654 Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Clinical Mgmt II 4
NURS 655 Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Clinical Mgmt III 4
Optional Support Courses: (12 semester hours)
NURS 643 Teaching in Nursing 4
NURS 644 Nursing Education Methods and Measurements 4
NURS 645 Nursing Education Practicum 4