Admission Requirements for PMC PMHNP

Applicants to the PMHNP-PMC post-master’s certificate program must meet the following minimum requirements for admission:

1. Educational Background

• Hold a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctoral degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited institution and an ACEN or CCNE-accredited nursing program.

2. Licensure

• Possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse and an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of Louisiana.

3. Academic Performance

• Have a minimum cumulative graduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

4. Professional Experience

• One (1) year of recent clinical experience as an APRN is preferred.
• Experience in mental health or behavioral health settings is strongly encouraged.

5. Application Materials

• Completed online application to the Southern University Graduate School.
• Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
• Current professional résumé or curriculum vitae (CV).
• Three (3) professional letters of recommendation (one from a nursing supervisor or faculty).
• Statement of professional goals and rationale for pursuing PMHNP certification.
• Proof of current RN and APRN licensure.

6. Interview

• Applicants may be required to participate in a virtual or in-person interview with the Graduate Nursing Admissions Committee.