Anderson University PMHNP Program
Anderson | $805 - $855 cpc | Certificate / MSN / DNP
Anderson University’s School of Nursing offers three PMHNP pathways—MSN, BSN-to-DNP, and a post-graduate certificate—designed for working nurses. Coursework is online with 2–3 day on-campus intensives each semester, plus 750 precepted clinical hours spanning child, adolescent, adult, and older-adult populations. The Christ-centered, CCNE-accredited program leverages state-of-the-art simulation facilities and South Carolina’s only cadaver lab for nursing students. Flexible full- and part-time plans and clinically active faculty help graduates prepare for national PMHNP certification...read more.
MUSC PMHNP Program
Charleston | $400 to $1200 cpc | Certificate / BSN to DNP / MSN / DNP
The MUSC College of Nursing offers three PMHNP pathways—MSN, Post-BSN to DNP, and a 23-credit Post-Graduate Certificate—delivered primarily online with multi-day, on-campus learning intensives. Clinical experiences span EMDR clinics, telehealth, school-based programs, trauma recovery centers, substance-use treatment, and specialized population services. MUSC welcomes new BSN graduates (no RN experience required) and prepares all students in both psychotherapy and medication management, with optional educator courses (9 credits) for CNE eligibility. Graduates are eligible for national PMHNP certification through ANCC or AANP...read more.
University of South Carolina PMHNP Program
Columbia | $572.25 cpc | Certificate / MSN / DNP
University of South Carolina PMHNP Program (Columbia, SC) offers online MSN, BSN-to-DNP, and Post-Graduate Certificate pathways with required campus immersions and comprehensive psychiatric clinical training. The curriculum develops advanced assessment, psychopharmacology, and psychotherapy skills to care for patients across the lifespan, supported by 672+ supervised clinical hours at the master’s level and additional doctoral residencies for DNP students. Flexible plans accommodate working nurses while maintaining rigorous standards; the College of Nursing ranks in the Top 6% nationally and #1 in South Carolina. Graduates meet educational requirements to sit for ANCC PMHNP certification. ..read more.
Post University Programs
online | $604 cpc | MSN
For South Carolina nurses, Post University’s online Master of Science in Nursing – PMHNP Specialization provides a career-focused route to advanced psychiatric practice. The 34-month program combines 100% online coursework with 630 required clinical hours, blending evidence-based lessons in assessment, diagnosis, and psychopharmacology. With tuition near $31,000, the program offers monthly start dates and full authorization for South Carolina residents.
Purdue Global PMHNP Programs
online | $400 to $720 cpc | Certificate / MSN / DNP
Purdue Global’s PMHNP choices include the online Postgraduate Certificate, the MSN focus, and the MSN-to-DNP. The certificate is about $20,160 over ~1.5 years; the MSN is about $32,760 over ~2 years; the MSN-to-DNP proceeds after the MSN. The university is authorized to offer these programs to South Carolina residents.
WGU PMHNP Programs
online | flat rate cpc | Certificate / MSN
With WGU’s PMHNP options, you’ll study online, test by competency, and complete required clinicals locally under preceptor guidance. The MSN requires at least 2.5 years due to clinical sequencing; the certificate can be done in around 1.5 years. Budget roughly the upper-$30Ks for the MSN and low-$20Ks for the certificate when rounded.