4
Programs
$219K
Avg Salary (CA)
$450
Lowest Cost/Credit
100%
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PMHNP Salary in California
California offers the highest PMHNP salaries in the nation, averaging $219,000 annually. Major metro areas like Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego offer even higher compensation due to cost of living and demand. California PMHNPs have full practice authority, meaning they can practice independently without physician supervision.
California PMHNP Requirements
To become a PMHNP in California, you must complete an accredited PMHNP program (MSN or DNP), pass the ANCC PMHNP-BC certification exam, and obtain your RN license through the California Board of Registered Nursing. California requires fingerprinting and background checks for all nursing licenses.