PMHNP Program with flexible start dates

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Hello everyone, I just got my BSN and I need help looking for a BSN - MSN PMHNP program that has a flexible start date. So far, I found Herzing has 6 start dates in a year and Walden seems to have one every month. Are there any others? Thanks in advance.

 

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American Sentinel University

Maryville

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Duquesne

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Specializes in mental health / psychiatic nursing.

I strongly recommend that in addition to a start date that works for you -- look at the strength of programs, AND if they secure preceptors for you (or provide very significant support around this). There is no use in rushing into a PMHNP program you can get into right away, if you end up need to sit out a term or more due to not having a clinical placement. These forums are littered with posts from students who've been in this unfortunately situation. 

Likewise - really think through the strength of the program and make sure it is one known for preparing practice ready graduates. Many jobs expect new grads to hit the ground running - it is unlikely you will have much if any residency type orientation period. This reputation for having "practice ready" grads can also really, really help in securing a first job - whereas some programs have such a reputation for taking any one and churning out hundreds of questionably prepared graduates each year, it can hamper your ability to get a job.  Not to mention - your future patients deserve a provider who is well-prepared and able to practice safely even as a new-grad. 

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