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Steps to Becoming a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Steps to Becoming a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

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Complete high school coursework with an emphasis on biology and psychology
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Gain admission into a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program
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Complete the BSN program
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Approval: BSN Program Completion
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Pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN)
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Apply and get accepted into a graduate program for psychiatric nursing
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Complete the graduate program coursework
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Approval: Graduate Program Completion
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Complete a specified number of clinical hours under supervision in a psychiatric setting
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Approval: Completed Clinical Hours
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Study for the Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Certification Examination
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Pass the Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Certification Examination
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Secure a job as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
14
Pursue continual learning and professional development courses