Psychiatry & Mental Health Program for Nurse Practitioners & Physician Associates

ThriveAP's Psychiatry & Mental Health program, endorsed by the Association of Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (aPMHNP), provides NPs & PAs with a comprehensive curriculum for transitioning into the psych mental health space. Covering 10 core blocks, it combines graduate knowledge with professional development to equip participants for high-quality care in both hospital and ambulatory settings.

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Transition to Practice Education for NPs & PAs 

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Our live and virtual educational curriculums accelerate your skills and help build a supportive community, empowering you to practice with confidence.


  • Professional networking – interact daily with peer APPs from across the nation and expert clinical faculty

  • 1-1 mentoring and office hours

  • Weekly discussions and ‘journal club style’ clinical corners

  • Flexible payments for CME/CE allowance or out of pocket

10 Core Didactic Curriculum Blocks

1

Fundamentals

2

Emergency Care

3

Mood Disorders

4

Anxiety Disorders

5

Trauma & Stressor
Related Disorders

6

Child & Adolescent

7

Neurocognitive
Disorders

8

Psychotic Disorders

9

Innovative Therapies

10

Supplemental

Endorsed By & Partner of aPMHNP

ThriveAP’s Psych Mental Health transition to practice curriculum is endorsed by the Association of Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (aPMHNP). Together, the partnership offers extensive psych mental health transition to practice support, resources, and advocacy specifically for advanced practice providers.

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Professional Development
That Goes Beyond Evidence-Based Practice

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Our comprehensive programs go beyond evidence-based medicine. Through clinical discussion topics, professional development courses and CME/CE Workshops, you’ll develop the skills necessary to cover the full scope of practice.

Professional Development

Leadership insights to help you approach and manage career efficiency. 

  • Interdisciplinary: Partnership Development

  • Professional Documentation on Difficult Cases 

  • Mindset for Success as a Mental Health Provider 


Clinical Discussions

Emphasize knowledge application through translating clinical topics. 

  • Multidisciplinary Practice and Teams

  • Legal and Cultural Care

  • Prior Authorizations

Flexible Payment Structure Options

Split Your Payments Over 24-Months (interest free)

We understand that many NPs and PAs are only just beginning their career journey—and are often doing so with a mountain of debt to consider. For that reason, we offer an affordable, interest free, monthly payment option. After you pay your one-time admissions fee, you can spread your curriculum payments across 24 months, so you can receive the support and resources you need to succeed without breaking the bank.
One-Time Program Payment

For those ready to dive headfirst into their career journey, ThriveAP offers our annual program payment option. We understand that starting your career as an NP or PA can be challenging, which is why we're committed to providing a comprehensive solution.

Leverage CME/CE Allowance

Additionally, consider utilizing any allotted CME/CE allowance to fund a portion of your program. Obtain the continuing education credits needed to maintain your license, develop new clinical skills, and keep up to date with the latest medical innovations and advancements. 
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Rise & Thrive Training Workshops

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Gain access to dynamic, in-depth workshops focused on hot topics NPs and PAs are facing daily in practice. 

 

  • 12 monthly, Saturday morning workshops 

  • Approved for CME/CE hours by the accrediting bodies ANCC and AAPA 

  • Focused on new and emerging didactic information providers need to know 

  • Free access for Family Medicine Program Participants 

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