Texas PMHNP programs

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Hello All

Applied to Texas State, UTA, MSU and thinking of applying to Texas Tech as well. I've noticed the program credit hours vary from 40-49 hours and not sure which program has the best reputation for preparing you for a career as a clinician. It's appealing to get it done but I want to be safe and well prepared as an NP. Of course cost and how much on campus time required are two things I am looking at as well. I work M-F in an outpatient Psychiatric health clinic as an RN.

Any feedback about experience with school and fulltime job would be great. What should I look for in a good PMHNP online program? Also, please PM me if you have specific information or experience regarding the programs I listed above. Really appreciate your help!

8 hours ago, LinhNguyen said:

I also got accepted to Texas State PMHNP program. I'm planning on working FT and school FT. Does anyone have any lead on finding preceptors in DFW area? TIA

Congratulations LinhNguyen! I am sorry I can’t offer leads on preceptors at this point because I’m still in the application process. May I ask something in regards to the essay and goals for Texas State’s application? I am typing directly into the form they provided on their application page but I’m not sure how many words maximum is allowed. It says three pages so depending on formatting that could vary greatly. Are they expecting APA format? If so that is double spaced three pages which seems a bit short. Thanks in advance for any advice.

On 5/27/2019 at 3:18 AM, LinhNguyen said:

I also got accepted to Texas State PMHNP program. I'm planning on working FT and school FT. Does anyone have any lead on finding preceptors in DFW area? TIA

Hi LinhNguyen, how long did it take before you heard you were accepted? I just applied as well. Thanks

Hi Elsie_ RN,

The acceptance decision came about 3 weeks after the school received all my documents.

Hi AlcRoc,

The essay does not need to be in APA. I believe they say 3 pages max, so my essay was roughly 1.5 page and single spaced. I also typed directly into their form.

4 minutes ago, LinhNguyen said:
3 minutes ago, LinhNguyen said:

Hi AlcRoc,

The essay does not need to be in APA. I believe they say 3 pages max, so my essay was roughly 1.5 page and single spaced. I also typed directly into their form.

Thanks so much LinhNguyen!

NP! Hope to see you in Fall! Good luck, AlcRoc

3 hours ago, LinhNguyen said:

Hi Elsie_ RN,

The acceptance decision came about 3 weeks after the school received all my documents.

Thanks LinNguyen, Hope to see you in fall too!

I have a question for those who have received an acceptance letter for the Texas State PMHNP Fall 2019 start. Did they give you an orientation date? If so, any details would be appreciated. My application will not be submitted for another day or two (waiting on one of my recommenders?). I would really love to get accepted. Praying....

The Orientation day is Friday, Aug 23. Plan to be there 8-5

17 hours ago, LinhNguyen said:

The Orientation day is Friday, Aug 23. Plan to be there 8-5

Thanks for being such a big help LinhNguyen! Application is finished and turned in. Hoping....

Hello - what are the "warnings" about MSU? I was looking at the school. Thanks,

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