Rasmussen University Launches Post-Graduate Nurse Practitioner Specialization Certificates in Primary Care and Psychiatric-Mental Health
Certificates designed for working nurses with graduate level nursing degrees to expand skillset or switch specializations.
Minneapolis (August 17, 2023)—Rasmussen University today launched four Post-Graduate Nurse Practitioner Certificates that enable nurses who already have a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and/or a doctoral degree in nursing to add a desired specialization. The online program is built for working nurses with in-person practicums arranged in their local communities. Specializations include:

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