This is a Computer-Based Test (CBT)

Credential Awarded: PMHCNS-BC (Psychiatric/Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist—Board Certified)

Description of Practice
The Clinical Nurse Specialist in Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health Nursing (CNS) is a registered nurse prepared in a graduate level adult psychiatric & mental health clinical nurse specialist program who provide advanced treatment of psychiatric & mental health problems and disorders in adults using a variety of therapeutic and interpersonal techniques. The CNS uses advanced knowledge in the treatment of adult psychiatric and mental health problems and disorders. The CNS practices in diverse settings and is actively engaged in education (e.g. patient, staff, students, and colleagues), case management, expert clinical practice, consultation, research, and administration.

Eligibility Criteria
All requirements must be completed prior to application for the examination.

		Hold a current, active RN license in a state or territory of the United States or the
		professional, legally recognized equivalent in another country
		Hold a master's, post-master's, or doctorate from a clinical nurse specialist
		in adult psychiatric and mental health program accredited by the Commission on the Collegiate of Nursing Education (CCNE) or the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). A minimum of 500 faculty supervised clinical hours in the Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health CNS role and specialty must be included in the educational program. The Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health CNS graduate program must include course work in:
		-	advanced health assessment
		-	advanced pharmacology
		-	advanced pathophysiology
		-	clinical training in at least two psychotherapeutic treatment modalities