We find your clinical placements.
Faculty leading the field in research and practice.
Scholarship and grant dollars are available.
Program focuses on care for rural and underserved populations.
We are part of a large Health Sciences system.
High-tech learning in our Simulation Center.
Advanced practice nurses are health care leaders who know how to navigate the system. To serve our beneficiaries and communities to meet the needs of the health care environment. Health care leaders who are well prepared to meet the challenges of modern health care, reduce costs, advance health equity, and provide evidence-based care consistent with our mission at the UNM College of Nursing.
No scrambling. No waiting. No guessing. We have a dedicated team to support all your clinical placements needs. Yes, that includes finding your preceptors.
That also includes all the details that could be overlooked. The clinical affairs team will ensure you are prepared and stay in compliance with all on-boarding requirements of your clinical sites.
PMHNPs are vital to New Mexicans providing, critical mental health care to its citizens. Our program uniquely focuses on the health and health equities of our state.
Not to mention that unlike other parts of the county, nurse practitioners are licensed independent practitioners with full prescriptive authority. The path is already paved. The collaborative relationships are established.
Not from New Mexico? Visit NewMexico.org to learn about our state.
With an 8:1 student instructor ratio and small cohorts, you will work closely with our faculty. You with quickly notice they are deeply vested in your success. Whether it’s a question about an assignment or about life’s bumps in the road, faculty are here to listen and work with you to reach that finish line.
The commitment to psychiatric mental health looks different for each faculty member. Each of them bringing their diverse background to the classroom, simulation lab and your clinical experiences.
Most of our faculty are active in clinical practice. They are up to date on clinical standards and the real-world practice environment. Our faculty are committed to your success.
With small class sizes and a hands-on learning approach, we are focused on supporting you. We know each student is different and we have the resources in place to ensure your successes.
Your faculty will provide tailored feedback and support. But that is not all. Students have access to our Office of Academic Advising, Office of Academic Success and all of the University support centers available to students.
Application opens: August 15
Priority deadline: December 1
Final deadline: April 1
A BSN degree from an accredited college or university. Options are available for RNs with
a BA or BS in another field.
Current RN license.
1 year of work as a Registered Nurse or in a closely related health care field.
No GRE or GMAT required.
For the full list of admissions criteria and application, click here.
Graduates of this program are prepared to serve in hospitals, psychiatric facilities, home health, clinics and much more.
The goal is simple–become a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Stay goal oriented. Take a look at the current PMHNP jobs and salaries in New Mexico and beyond.
They are leading nurse scientists, highly regarded practitioners and exemplary educators.
But most importantly they are supportive. Hyper-focused on your success, online and in person.
The UNM College of Nursing has been awarded two grants to support enrolled students. These funds can help offset educational expenses and reduce student debt after graduation. Learn more about eligibility and funding opportunities.
At UNM we are a culture of contrast rather than a contrast of cultures. What makes us different makes us strong. Our diverse backgrounds – your diverse backgrounds – enhance our insights and learning. Raise awareness and respect for all the different ways of being and thinking.
We don’t just talk about diversity. We put it into practice. Resulting in a deeper connection to all your future patients. From the beginning of your education, you will serve the underserved. You will walk with empathy and understanding of others.
Learn more about your education, curriculum, academic calendar, clinical and simulation experiences.
There is a lot of information to consider as you prepare to apply to our DNP program. We know you have questions. We have answers.
Admissions & Recruitment Office
College of Nursing
Building 214
Suite 1501
1 University of New Mexico
Psychiatric Mental Health Concentration Coordinator, Clinician Educator, Assistant Professor
Jennifer Schneider, PhD, PMHNP-BC