School of Nursing
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This is where evidence-based practice meets community care.

Psychiatric Mental Health DNP

Highlights of the DNP in Psychiatric Mental Health Track

In this track, you will:

  • Focus on caring for people who live with mental health symptoms across the lifespan.
  • Have a foundation of social justice and strive to close the gap in mental health care shortage areas.
  • Have opportunities to work in underserved communities to inspire continued work there. Our graduates work in diverse settings like community centers, psychiatric units, clinics, correctional facilities, Indian Health Services, and schools.

Take Your Next Step

Application open:
September-December 1

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hybrid delivery

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2-4 year
timeframe

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100% certification pass rate

Your Psych-Mental Health DNP Experience

A Flexible, Hybrid Program

We use a hybrid format, combining asynchronous, online content with in-person sessions 1-2 monthly (1 course meets weekly for 1 semester). When in person, take advantage of high-tech simulation experiences in Signe Skott Cooper Hall.

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We Arrange Clinical Placements

Our clinical placement coordinators organize clinical experiences at multiple locations across the state. You will get the opportunity to learn from a diverse group of preceptors in a wide array of practice settings.

DNP Academic Recognition Ceremony

Share Your Scholarly Excellence

Your psych-mental health scholarly projects enhance and improve the care of your chosen patient population and interest.

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We Support Career Advancement

We foster hands-on learning, immediate coaching, community building, and lasting professional support. You can also apply for the UW-Madison LEND (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities and Related Disabilities) Fellowship.

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Advanced Practice Certificates

Expand your practice with certificates at UW–Madison. These programs enhances your scope of practice, enabling you to provide comprehensive care and success as an educator.

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Choose Your Program Plan

Post-BSN

Post-MSN

Advance Practice Badger Nurses in Action

Michael Matye, DNP’22, RN, chose UW–Madison’s DNP program for its diverse experiences. Passionate about mental health, he emphasizes educating and supporting informed health choices.

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Graduate Admissions

Email: admissions@nursing.wisc.edu

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