Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Post-MSN) – Mississippi
Liberty University and the School of Nursing meet all requirements for enrollment of Mississippi students in this program. All students are required to have a current, unencumbered Registered Nurse License prior to enrollment.
Mississippi State License Requirements:
a. RN License.
i. You must maintain a current, unencumbered RN license for any Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner program.
ii. Mississippi is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact Administration, therefore, to participate in practicum in the state of Mississippi, the student must hold an active, Mississippi or Multi-State RN license.
iii. Any change in licensure status must be reported to the Liberty University School of Nursing Online Student Support Coordinator
b. APRN License Application Requirements
i. Education
The Mississippi Board of Nursing requires official transcripts from a Masters or higher degree program for the specialty. Transcripts must be submitted to the Board in a sealed envelope, or through email, from the educational program. To request an official transcript, you may reach out to the Registrar’s office.
ii. Certification:
This program meets requirements for eligibility to sit for national certification examinations.
Board Link:
The Board is very specific about education and certification requirements. Students must be able to demonstrate that these requirements have been met.
Please visit the Mississippi Board of Nursing for specific steps and guidelines for seeking APRN licensure in this state: Agency (State Board of Nursing): APRN Licensure
Practicum Placement Support – Frequently Asked Questions:
a. Will LUSON support practicum placement in Mississippi?
Liberty University School of Nursing students are approved for practicum in the State of Mississippi.
b. Are there any specific requirements to consider when completing practicum in Mississippi?
Students completing practicum in the State of Mississippi must hold a Mississippi Registered Nurse License, or a Multi-State RN License.
Out-of-State Nursing Programs must seek approval from the Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning Board, prior to placing students in practicums in the state. Liberty University School of Nursing has received approval from the Higher Learning Board and is in full compliance to place students in clinical experiences within the state of Mississippi.