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6+ years
Mimi
I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all su...
Harvard University
Masters in Education, Education
Dartmouth College
B.A.

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Aaron
I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old e...
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Duke University
Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Nina
I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant ...
Columbia University
Masters in biostatistics
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)
Columbia University in the City of New York
Current Grad Student, Biostatistics
Certified Tutor
I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults...
Harvard University
PHD, Education
Wesleyan University
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Certified Tutor
Christopher
I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tut...
Harvard College
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Liz
I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received ...
Simmons College
Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor of Arts in History (minors in Humanities and Anthropology)
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Solange
I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campu...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
Certified Tutor
Charles
I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Michelle
I am proud to be a part of Varsity Tutors! I am originally from San Antonio, TX; I completed my undergraduate education at Rice University in Houston where I received a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. Currently, I am in my second year of medical school at Baylor College of Medici...
Baylor College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, M.D.
Rice University
Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Justin
I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics
University of Chicago
Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Certified Tutor
Elena
I am a graduate of McGill University (BA First Class Honors) and the University of Edinburgh (MSc First Class Honors with Distinction) with over eight years of tutoring experience. I am currently a curriculum developer for a company which creates relatable and culturally-literate courses for middle ...
University of Edinburgh
Masters, Biblical Studies
Mcgill University
Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies
Certified Tutor
James
I am currently a senior at Harvard College where I study chemistry, and I'll be attending Columbia Medical School next year. I have years of experience tutoring college students in math (mostly calculus) and chemistry including both general and organic chemistry. In addition, I am very familiar with...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Isabella
I am a graduate of MIT. I received my Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with minors in Management Science and Ancient and Medieval Studies. Since graduation, I have started my PhD at Georgia Tech in Operations Research. Throughout my career I have TA'd several math and computer science courses at t...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics (minors in Management Science and Ancient and Medieval Studies)
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
Current Grad Student, Operations Research
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Henry
I'm eager to help you in your education. I'm a recent graduate of Harvard College looking to apply to law school. My senior thesis was written on John Dewey's ideas of education, which I deeply believe has incredible power to transform individuals and society.
Harvard College
Bachelor in Arts, History
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Sabira
I am currently attending Johns Hopkins University, pursuing a dual degree in Computer Science and Applied Math and Statistics. I love helping students and I love the feeling I get knowing that I was able to use my knowledge to make someone else happier. My favorite subject to teach is math because t...
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
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The ANCC Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification is a nationally recognized credential for nurse practitioners specializing in mental health care across all age groups—from children to older adults. You're eligible to sit for the exam if you hold an active RN license, have completed an accredited graduate-level PMHNP program, and meet specific clinical hour requirements. This certification validates your expertise in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
The ANCC PMHNP exam contains 150 questions covering psychiatric and mental health concepts across the lifespan, including assessment, pharmacology, psychotherapy, and evidence-based treatment approaches. The exam tests your ability to apply clinical knowledge to real-world scenarios and requires a passing score to earn certification. Questions span foundational knowledge, application, and analysis levels, so understanding both the 'what' and 'why' behind psychiatric nursing practice is essential.
Most candidates benefit from 4-12 weeks of focused preparation, depending on your clinical experience and comfort with exam content. If you've recently completed your PMHNP program, you may need less time; if it's been a while since coursework, more intensive review is helpful. A structured study plan using practice questions, content review, and timed practice exams typically yields the best results for building both knowledge and test-taking confidence.
Many candidates find pharmacology—particularly drug interactions, side effects, and appropriate medication selection across different populations—to be the most demanding content area. Differential diagnosis of psychiatric disorders, especially distinguishing between similar presentations, and applying evidence-based treatment protocols in complex cases also require careful study. Personalized tutoring can help you identify your specific weak areas and develop targeted strategies to strengthen them before test day.
Practice tests are crucial for PMHNP success—they help you understand question formats, identify knowledge gaps, assess your pacing, and build test-day confidence. Taking full-length, timed practice exams under realistic conditions reveals which content areas need more review and helps you develop strategies for managing the 3-hour exam window. Reviewing both correct and incorrect answers is equally important, as it reinforces learning and prevents repeating the same mistakes on test day.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who can create a personalized study plan based on your baseline knowledge and target areas for improvement. A tutor can clarify complex psychiatric concepts, teach effective test-taking strategies, review practice exam questions to deepen understanding, and help you build confidence in high-stakes areas like pharmacology and differential diagnosis. This individualized approach typically accelerates preparation and improves exam performance compared to studying alone.
Your first session will focus on assessing your current knowledge level, understanding your learning style, and identifying your specific goals for certification. The tutor will likely review your clinical background, discuss any previous exam attempts or practice test results, and pinpoint content areas that need the most attention. Together, you'll develop a customized study roadmap with realistic timelines and strategies tailored to help you succeed.
Test anxiety is common among high-stakes certification exams, and it's manageable through preparation, practice, and targeted strategies. Taking multiple timed practice tests desensitizes you to the exam environment and builds confidence. A tutor can teach you stress-management techniques, help you develop a pre-exam routine, and work through practice questions to reinforce that you know the material. Feeling prepared is the strongest antidote to anxiety—personalized tutoring helps ensure you're genuinely ready on test day.
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