NUR 827 : PMHNP PRACT 1: ADULT PSYC CARE

This practicum provides advanced clinical experience in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of adult clients with psychiatric and behavioral health conditions. Students refine skills in comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, formulation of differential diagnoses, and application of psychotherapeutic modalities such as cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, and supportive therapy. The 0.5-credit didactic component emphasizes integration of theory, case analysis, and ethical frameworks to guide clinical reasoning. Under preceptor supervision, students deliver culturally responsive, evidence-based care across outpatient and integrated settings, demonstrating professional accountability and effective therapeutic communication.