University of Nevada Reno PMHNP Programs
Reno | $353.50 cpc | Certificate / BSN to DNP / MSN / DNP
UNR’s PMHNP programs run fully online and the school arranges every clinical placement, so students can focus on learning rather than logistics. Tracks include an MSN, a BSN-to-DNP, and a Post-Master’s Certificate with options for APRNs and non-APRNs. Graduates train to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions across the lifespan, with cohorts that often achieve 100% first-attempt certification pass rates. ..read more.
UNLV PMHNP Programs
Las Vegas | $354 cpc | Certificate / MSN
UNLV offers an MSN-PMHNP and two certificate options that run primarily online with required on-campus sessions and 500+ direct patient-care hours. Estimated resident costs are about $16,261 for the 46-credit MSN, $9,898 for the 28-credit PMHNP certificate, and $7,423.50 for the 21-credit PMHNP for FNP certificate. The curriculum builds advanced assessment, psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, and APRN practice skills for work across the lifespan. ..read more.
Walden University PMHNP Programs
Fully Online | Certificate / MSN / DNP
Nevada nurses can pursue Walden University’s fully online, CCNE-accredited Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner programs—including BSN-to-DNP, MSN-to-DNP, MSN-PMHNP, and Post-Master’s Certificate options—while balancing work in Las Vegas, Reno, or rural counties. The university’s Practicum Pledge provides hands-on assistance in arranging clinical placements statewide, so Nevada students complete their required practicum hours close to home. Graduates gain the advanced skills in psychopharmacology and psychotherapy needed to serve Nevada’s diverse populations, veterans, and growing behavioral health demands.
Chamberlain MSN PMHNP Program
online | $735 cpc | Certificate / MSN
The CCNE-accredited Chamberlain MSN PMHNP program is a 100% online pathway requiring students to complete 650 supervised practicum hours and attend two mandatory in-person visits for intensive experiences. The Las Vegas, Nevada campus is one of the locations where students can fulfill their required on-campus lab and intensive sessions, providing a local option for the necessary in-person component. Students can finish the full MSN (45 credit hours) in about 2.5 years, or the Graduate Certificate (35 credit hours) in 1.5 years.
Nightingale College PMHNP Program
online | $550 cpc | MSN
Nightingale College's 55-credit MSN-PMHNP program is explicitly authorized for enrollment by residents of Nevada, providing a fully online, 24-month path to advanced practice. The curriculum includes 810 hours of integrative clinical contact and is designed to meet the educational requirements for PMHNP licensure in the state. Nevada students are prepared for the ANCC certification examination, with the degree structured to allow graduates to pursue prescriptive authority upon state licensure.
Post University PMHNP Programs
online | $604 cpc | MSN
The 630-hour clinical component of Post University's MSN-PMHNP program distributes hands-on learning across psychiatric assessment (N 561), child/adolescent care (N 563), adult/older adult care (N 565), psychiatric specialty/SUD treatment (N 567), and integration synthesis (N 569) at total program cost around $30,000-$31,000. Each preceptorship course requires completion of clinical hours within the 8-week timeframe under individualized preceptor supervision, building competencies in DSM-5-based diagnosis, psychotropic medication management, and evidence-based psychotherapy interventions. The curriculum emphasizes culturally competent, patient-centered care integrating family dynamics, developmental considerations, and interprofessional collaboration throughout the lifespan.
Purdue Global PMHNP Programs
online | $400 to $720 cpc | Certificate / MSN / DNP
The Purdue Global PMHNP program is authorized for enrollment in Nevada, offering residents online, CCNE-accredited education across three tracks: a Post-Graduate Certificate, MSN, and MSN-DNP. These programs prepare graduates for roles in diagnosing and managing psychiatric disorders across the lifespan in various settings like acute care and private practice. A feature of the curriculum is its utilization of immersive virtual reality (VR) for assignments focused on telehealth and group therapy sessions.
WGU PMHNP Programs
online | flat rate cpc | Certificate / MSN
The BSN-to-MSN PMHNP program is designed to transform BSN-prepared RNs into advanced practice psychiatric providers, with an estimated cost of about $36,000 and a minimum duration of 2.5 years. The 51-competency unit degree is CCNE-accredited and prepares students for all aspects of mental healthcare, including therapeutic interviewing and collaborative care. Graduates are ready to meet the high demand for PMHNPs and can potentially save money by accelerating their coursework within the university's flat-rate term structure.