Florida Atlantic University PMHNP Program
Boca Raton | $371.81 cpc | Certificate / DNP
Florida Atlantic University’s Post Graduate Certificate in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner is a 16-month, fully online program designed for master’s-prepared nurses. The 28-credit curriculum blends advanced caring science with courses in psychopathology, psychopharmacology, and therapy modalities, supported by 780 supervised clinical hours. Clinical placements are arranged by the university in South Florida, covering settings such as acute care, community mental health, and substance treatment centers. Graduates are prepared for PMHNP certification and equipped to provide comprehensive psychiatric care across the lifespan...read more.
Florida National University PMHNP Program
Hialeah | $850 cpc | Certificate
Florida National University’s Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Post-Graduate Certificate is a hybrid 21-credit program for master’s-prepared nurses seeking advanced psychiatric care skills. The curriculum integrates online coursework with 540 supervised clinical hours in individual, family, and group therapy across diverse mental health settings. Students develop expertise in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, psychopharmacology, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions. Graduates are prepared for ANCC PMHNP certification and roles in clinics, hospitals, community programs, correctional facilities, and private practices...read more.
Florida Southern College PMHNP Program
Lakeland | $675 cpc | Certificate / MSN
Florida Southern College’s Ann Blanton Edwards School of Nursing offers an MSN and a Post-Master’s PMHNP Certificate through hybrid delivery with monthly on-campus attendance and online coursework. The MSN track spans six semesters, costs $30,950, and includes 540 clinical hours coordinated by the college. The certificate program is customized through a gap analysis to determine required courses and clinical hours. Both pathways provide small class sizes, strong clinical partnerships, and simulation-based learning to prepare graduates for national PMHNP certification...read more.
Florida State PMHNP Program
Tallahassee | $444.26 cpc | Certificate / DNP
The Florida State University College of Nursing offers three distinct, highly-ranked PMHNP programs designed for different stages of a nursing career. The BSN to DNP program provides a comprehensive path to a doctoral degree and leadership roles. The Post-Master’s NP to PMHNP DNP track allows practicing nurse practitioners to specialize in psychiatric care at the doctoral level, while the Post-Master's Certificate provides a direct route for existing NPs to gain certification as a PMHNP. All programs feature robust clinical experiences and prepare students for ANCC certification. ..read more.
Jacksonville University PMHNP Program
Jacksonville | $750 cpc | Certificate / MSN / DNP
Jacksonville University’s Keigwin School of Nursing offers three PMHNP options: an MSN, a BSN-to-DNP, and an eight-course Post-Graduate Certificate. All tracks start in the fall and support full-time or part-time pacing, with small cohorts and dedicated clinical placement teams serving Duval, St. Johns, Clay, and Nassau counties. Students train with virtual reality labs, telepresence robots, and high-fidelity simulation to build real-world PMHNP skills. Courses are taught by practicing PMHNPs who bring current clinical practice into the classroom and labs...read more.
Rasmussen College PMHNP Program
| $915 cpc | Certificate / MSN
Rasmussen University offers two CCNE-accredited PMHNP tracks delivered fully online with in-person practicums. The MSN track spans 69 credits and finishes in about 27 months; the certificate track spans 53 credits and finishes in about 21 months. Both use Empowered Learning®, include virtual immersions, and provide personalized practicum coordination with doctorally prepared faculty support. ..read more.
St Thomas University PMHNP Program
Miami Gardens | $605 cpc | Certificate / MSN
St. Thomas University’s CCNE-accredited PMHNP programs include a 50-credit MSN, a 38-credit Post-Master’s Certificate, and a 26-credit Advanced Placement Certificate for current NPs. Offered fully online with six start dates per year, the programs feature accelerated 7-week courses and 500 required clinical hours completed locally. Students engage in virtual OSCEs and specialized psychiatric management courses to develop diagnostic, therapeutic, and group psychotherapy skills. Enrollment is limited to Florida and Georgia residents, with clinical placement support provided within 100 miles of a student’s home...read more.
University of Florida PMHNP Program
Gainesville | $530.69 cpc | DNP
The University of Florida’s BSN-to-DNP Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program trains nurses to deliver comprehensive mental health care to individuals, families, and at-risk populations across the lifespan. This four-year, 76-credit program combines advanced coursework in health assessment, psychopharmacology, and psychotherapy with 1,260 supervised clinical hours in diverse Florida settings. Students gain expertise in diagnosing and managing psychiatric disorders, prescribing medications, and providing individual, family, and group therapy. Graduates are prepared for ANCC PMHNP certification and leadership roles in clinical practice, policy, and mental health advocacy...read more.
University of North Florida PMHNP Program
Jacksonville | $408 cpc | Certificate / DNP
UNF’s Brooks College of Health offers two fully online PMHNP options for APRNs: a 68-credit Post-MSN DNP and a 36-credit Post-MSN Certificate. The DNP plan includes about 1,100 clinical hours; the certificate includes about 800 clinical hours, both completed in your local community. The curriculum aligns with AACN Essentials and NONPF Standards and prepares you for practice across outpatient, inpatient, school, correctional, and telehealth settings. UNF admits about 14 students each spring across both tracks, which helps secure strong faculty access and clinical placement support...read more.
University of St Augustine PMHNP Program
St Augustine | $920-$1100 cpc | Certificate / MSN / DNP
The University of St. Augustine delivers online PMHNP programs with a reported 95% first-time certification pass rate and 100% clinical placement. Students complete one required virtual clinical intensive and work with faculty who all hold doctorates. Tracks include MSN, DNP, and Post-Graduate Certificate options that cover assessment, psychotherapy, and psychopharmacology for patients across the lifespan. Graduates prepare for national certification and practice in clinics, hospitals, and private settings...read more.