Yes. The following are the clinical hour recommendations for the Psych Mental Health NP concentration:
- 170 hours with clients in a pediatric population (including children, adolescents, and families)
- 165 hours with adult clients
- 165 hours with geriatric clients
These are only recommendations of how to disperse your hours, not requirements. However, you are required to complete clinical hours in all areas to meet the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) certification requirements.