Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing (PMH-BC)

The ANCC Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing board certification examination is a competency based examination that provides a valid and reliable assessment of the entry-level clinical knowledge and skills of registered nurses in the psychiatric-mental health specialty after initial RN licensure. Once you complete eligibility requirements to take the certification examination and successfully pass the exam, you are awarded the credential: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse - Board Certified (PMH-BC™). This credential is valid for 5 years. Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing (PMH-BC) Website

More than two years of education or training after high school required? Yes

More than two years of work experience required? No

Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Renewal Required? Every 5 Year(s)

Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)? Yes

Renew through Re-Examination? No

Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)? Yes

Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No