University of Washington PMHNP Programs
Seattle | $1,129 cpc | DNP
The University of Washington offers a single DNP PMHNP track that spans 3 years (9 quarters) and 93 credits, combining comprehensive psychiatric nursing education with pre-arranged clinical placements. The program emphasizes neuroscience-based psychiatric care, psychopharmacology, and lifespan mental health treatment, positioning graduates to practice independently across diverse settings. UW's unique clinical placement management and $2.1M in DNP scholarship funding make it a nationally-ranked choice for advanced psychiatric nursing education...read more.
WSU PMHNP Programs
Spokane Falls | BSN to DNP / DNP
Washington State University's PMHNP DNP programs prepare advanced practice nurses to diagnose and treat psychiatric disorders across the lifespan through comprehensive hybrid education delivered at four Washington campuses. Both Post-Baccalaureate and Post-Master's tracks combine rigorous didactic coursework, 660+ clinical hours, and a transformational DNP project addressing healthcare improvement. Students benefit from WRGP eligibility for in-state tuition, flexible 3-4 year completion options, and preparation for national PMHNP certification and independent practice in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho...read more.
Purdue Global PMHNP Programs
online | $400 to $720 cpc | Certificate / MSN / DNP
The Purdue Global PMHNP programs are not authorized for enrollment for residents of Washington, including all three tracks: the Post-Graduate Certificate, MSN, and MSN-DNP path. These CCNE-accredited programs prepare nurses for advanced practice in psychiatric mental health care, focusing on assessment, diagnosis, and treatment across the lifespan. Prospective students in Washington should seek a PMHNP program that is explicitly authorized by their state's board of nursing.