State Licensure Requirements
The University’s Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP) program meets the licensure requirements in the states listed below. Review the licensure requirements listed under your state as you prepare for your nursing journey.
Alaska
Alaska State Licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
Below you’ll find information needed to apply for state licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) after completion of the Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP) program. Graduates of the MSN/FNP are eligible to apply for the state Nurse Practitioner (NP) licensure.
Licensure:
Must hold a current, active registered nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state of Alaska.
Education:
Satisfactory completion of a formal accredited graduate educational course of study in nursing that:
- Is a minimum of one (1) academic year in length;
- Prepares registered nurses to perform an expanded role in the delivery of health care;
- Includes a combination of classroom instruction and a minimum of 500 separate, non-duplicated hours of supervised clinical practice;
If completed on or after January 1, 1998, has distinct course offerings of three (3) graduate credits or more in advanced pathophysiology, advanced pharmacotherapeutics, and advanced physical assessment.
National Certification:
To apply for state licensure, candidates must hold a current certification granted by a national certification body recognized by the Alaska Board of Nursing. The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners/Family Nurse Practitioner and the American Nurses Credentialing Center/Family Nurse Practitioner certification programs are recognized by the Board and candidates may obtain certification through one of these organizations.
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification:
- AANP Advanced Practice Nurse candidates apply directly to the AANP for certification.
- AANP FNP Certification Application
- Application, application fee, and official or unofficial transcript showing academic coursework completed to date or final official transcript showing degree awarded and date conferred submitted by University of Phoenix required.
American Nurses’ Credentialing Center (ANCC) Certification:
- ANCC Advanced Practice Nurse candidates apply directly to the ANCC for certification.
- ANCC FNP Certification Application
- Application, application fee, validation of education form completion, and official transcript with degree conferral and date of degree submitted by University of Phoenix required. For authorization to sit for the exam, prior to degree conferral and graduation, ANCC will accept unofficial transcripts showing academic coursework to date.
Application:
Alaska APRN Initial Application
The following must be received by the Board:
- Completed application, signed, and notarized along with the associated fees.
- Official transcripts sent directly from the University of Phoenix.
- Copy of current national certification in applicant’s role and population focus sent directly from the certifying body.
- Submit proof of 60 hours of continuing education within the past two years of the data of your application. Copies of CEU certificates are required. A transcript with a course listing is not accepted. If you are a new graduate, your transcript courses can be used towards the 60 hours if they were within the past two (2) years.
- Consultation and Referral Plan.
- Reference form completed by one of the three references listed on your application who is qualified to verify the applicant’s competency to practice as an advanced practice registered nurse and that indicates that the applicant has demonstrated competency to practice as an APRN within the two (2) years immediately before the date of the application and must be received directly from the person giving the reference.
Contact Information:
Alaska Board of Nursing
550 West Seventh Avenue, Suite 1500
Anchorage, Alaska 99501-3567
(907) 269-8161 Main Number
(907) 269-8156- Main Fax
Website: https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/cbpl/ProfessionalLicensing/BoardofNursing.aspx
Disclaimer: This summary is provided as a reference tool for our students. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up to date. However, as certification/licensure requirements are subject to change at any time, students are encouraged to check with their appropriate state licensing authority (provided above) for additional information.
Arizona
Arizona State Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
Below you’ll find information needed to apply for state certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) after completion of the Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP) program. Graduates of the MSN/FNP are eligible to apply for the state Nurse Practitioner (NP) certification. The MSN/FNP program is approved by the Arizona Board of Nursing. Approved APRN Program List
Licensure:
Must hold a current, active registered nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state of Arizona or in a compact party state with multistate privileges.
Education:
Completion of an approved advanced practice registered nursing program. The educational program must have been either:
Part of a graduate degree/post-master’s program at an accredited institution;
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Approved or recognized in the U.S jurisdiction of program location for the purpose of granting APRN licensure or certification. See https://www.azbn.gov/licenses-and-certifications/advanced-practice-faqs.
The program must include the following:
- A minimum of 500 faculty-supervised clinical hours.
- Three (3) separate graduate-level courses in advanced physiology/pathophysiology, including general principles across the lifespan; advanced health assessment of all human systems, advanced assessment techniques, concepts, and approaches; and advanced pharmacology inclusive of pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacotherapeutics across broad category agents.
- Diagnosis and disease management of diseases across practice settings including diseases representative of all systems.
- Preparation that provides a basic understanding of the principles for decision making in the identified role.
Preparation in the core competencies for the identified APRN role including legal, ethical, and professional responsibilities.
National Certification:
To apply for state certification, candidates must provide evidence of national certification as an APRN that meets the Arizona State Board of Nursing requirements. The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners/Family Nurse Practitioner and the American Nurses Credentialing Center/Family Nurse Practitioner certification programs meet these requirements. Certification is issued upon passage of an examination and meeting all other certification requirements.
Apply for American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification:
- AANP Advanced Practice Nurse candidates apply directly to the AANP for certification.
- AANP FNP Certification Application
- Application, application fee, and official or unofficial transcript showing academic coursework completed to date or final official transcript showing degree awarded and date conferred submitted by University of Phoenix required.
Apply for American Nurses’ Credentialing Center (ANCC) Certification:
- ANCC Advanced Practice Nurse candidates apply directly to the ANCC for certification.
- ANCC FNP Certification Application
- Application, application fee, validation of education form completion, and official transcript with degree conferral and date of degree submitted by University of Phoenix required. For authorization to sit for the exam, prior to degree conferral and graduation, ANCC will accept unofficial transcripts showing academic coursework to date.
Application:
Candidates will apply directly to the Arizona State Board of Nursing via Arizona Nurse Portal.
The following must be received by the Board:
- Completed application with the associated fees.
- Official transcript (s) and a letter verifying completion sent directly from the University of Phoenix.
- National certification sent directly from the certifying agency.
- Evidence of meeting practice requirement:
- Completed an APRN program within the past five (5) years; or
- Practiced for a minimum of 960 hours within the past five (5) years where the nurse:
- Worked for compensation or as a volunteer, as an APRN. Or
- Held a position for compensation or as a volunteer that required, preferred, or recommended in the job description, the level of advanced practice certification being sought or renewed.
- Completed fingerprint card if applicable.
Contact Information:
Arizona State Board of Nursing
1740 West Adams, Suite 2000
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phone (602) 771-78001 Main Number
Website: https://www.azbn.gov
Disclaimer: This summary is provided as a reference tool for our students. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as certification/licensure requirements are subject to change at any time, students are encouraged to check with their appropriate state licensing authority (provided above) for additional information.
Arkansas
Arkansas State Licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Below you’ll find information needed to apply for state licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) after completion of the Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP) program. Graduates of the MSN/FNP are eligible to apply for the state Nurse Practitioner (NP) licensure. |
Licensure: Must hold a current, active registered (RN) license in good standing in the state of Arkansas or in a compact party state with multistate privileges. |
Education: Successful completion of a nationally accredited graduate or post-graduate APRN education program that prepares nurses for the advanced practice role of nurse practitioner. |
National Certification: To apply for state licensure, candidates must hold a current certification granted by a national certifying body recognized by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing. The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners/Family Nurse Practitioner and the American Nurses Credentialing Center/Family Nurse Practitioner certification programs are recognized by the Board. Certification is issued upon passage of an examination and meeting all other certification requirements. Apply for American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification:
Apply for American Nurses’ Credentialing Center (ANCC) Certification:
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Application: Candidates will apply directly to the Arkansas State Board of Nursing via Arkansas Nurse Portal. Refer to ASBN - Adv Practice Registered Nurse Initial by Exam for guidance.
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Contact Information: (501) 686-2700 Main Number |
Disclaimer: This summary is provided as a reference tool for our students. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as certification requirements are subject to change at any time, students are encouraged to check with their appropriate state licensing authority (provided above) for additional information. |
California
California – PHN |
Public Health Nursing Certificate Requirements for California Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Students Below you’ll find information needed to apply for a certificate as a Public Health Nurse (PHN) in the state of California. This is a voluntary certification post-graduation. |
Licensure: Must hold a current, active registered nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state of California. |
Education: Completion Possession of a baccalaureate or entry-level master’s degree in nursing program accredited by a Board-approved accrediting body, such as the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, that contains a minimum of 90 hours of supervised hands-on clinical experiences in a public health setting and completion of theory hours in designated content areas inclusive of seven (7) hours of prevention, early detection, California reporting requirements, and treatment of child neglect and abuse. |
Application:
The following must be received by the Board:
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Contact Information: California Board of Registered Nursing Street Address for overnight or in-person delivery: (916) 322-3350 Main Number |
Disclaimer: This summary is provided as a reference tool for our students. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as certification requirements are subject to change at any time, students are encouraged to check with their appropriate state licensing authority (provided above) for additional information.
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California - APRN |
California State Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Below you’ll find information needed to apply for state certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) after completion of the Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP) program. Graduates of the MSN/FNP are eligible to apply for the state Nurse Practitioner (NP) certification. The UOPX MSN/FNP program is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing as a California-Based Nurse Practitioner Education Program. |
Licensure: Must hold a current, active registered nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state of California . |
Education: Completion of a master's degree in nursing, a master's degree in a clinical field related to nursing, or a graduate degree in nursing and ONE of the following:
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National Certification: National certification is not required voluntary. |
Application:
The following must be received by the Board (California-Based Nurse Practitioner Program):
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Contact Information: California Board of Registered Nursing Street Address for overnight or in-person delivery: (916) 322-3350 Main Number Website:http://www.rn.ca.gov |
Disclaimer: This summary is provided as a reference tool for our students. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as certification/licensure requirements are subject to change at any time, students are encouraged to check with their appropriate state licensing authority (provided above) for additional information. |
Colorado
Colorado State Requirements for Inclusion on the Advanced Practice Registry (APR) Below you’ll find information needed to apply for inclusion on the Advanced Practice Registry (APR) after completion of the Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP) program. A nurse who is included in the APR has the right to use the title Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or, if authorized by the Board, to use the title Nurse Practitioner (NP). Graduates of the MSN/FNP meet requirements for inclusion on the APR. |
Licensure: Must hold a current, active registered nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state of Colorado or in a compact party state with multistate privileges. |
Education: Successful completion of a graduate or post-graduate nursing degree in the Role and, where applicable, the Population Focus for which the candidate seeks inclusion on the APR. |
National Certification: Candidates must provide proof of a current national certification from a nationally recognized accrediting agency, as approved by the Colorado Board of Nursing, in the appropriate role and population focus the candidate intends to practice. The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners/Family Nurse Practitioner and the American Nurses Credentialing Center/Family Nurse Practitioner certification programs are approved by the Board. Certification is issued upon passage of an examination and meeting all other certification requirements. Apply for American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification:
Apply for American Nurses’ Credentialing Center (ANCC) Certification:
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Application:
The following must be received by the Division of Professions and Occupations:
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Contact Information: (303) 894-7800 Main Number |
Disclaimer: This summary is provided as a reference tool for our students. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as certification/licensure requirements are subject to change at any time, students are encouraged to check with their appropriate state licensure authority (provided above) for additional information.
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Florida
Florida State Licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Below you’ll find information needed to apply for state licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) after completion of the Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP) program. Graduates of the MSN/FNP are eligible to apply for the state Nurse Practitioner (NP) licensure. |
Licensure: Must hold a valid Registered Nurse (RN) license from any US jurisdiction (at initial APRN licensure). |
Education: Completion of a master’s degree or post-master’s degree certification program with preparation in specialized practitioner skills as a Nurse Practitioner. |
National Certification: Apply for American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification:
Apply for American Nurses’ Credentialing Center (ANCC) Certification:
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Application: Advanced Practice nurse candidates will apply for state certification directly to the Florida Board of Nursing Florida Board of Nursing ARNP Certification Application Application, application fee, and an official transcript with degree conferral submitted by University of Phoenix Nursing also required. Proof of malpractice insurance or exemption. |
Contact Information: (850) 488-0595 – Customer Contact Center Number Applications and Fees ONLY: Department of Health Website: https://floridasnursing.gov/ |
Disclaimer: This summary is provided as a reference tool for our students. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as certification/licensure requirements are subject to change at any time, students are encouraged to check with their appropriate state licensure authority (provided above) for additional information. |
Hawaii
Hawaii State Licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Below you’ll find information needed to apply for state licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) after completion of the Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP) program. Graduates of the MSN/FNP are eligible to apply for the state Nurse Practitioner (NP) licensure. |
Licensure: Must hold:
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Education: Completion of an accredited graduate-level education program leading to a Nurse Practitioner. |
National Certification: Apply for American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification:
Apply for American Nurses’ Credentialing Center (ANCC) Certification
Application: Candidates will apply directly to the Hawaii State Board of Nursing: APRN Requirements & Application The following must be received by the Board:
Contact Information: Mailing address: Deliver to office location: (808) 586-3000 Main Number Disclaimer: This summary is provided as a reference tool for our students. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as certification/licensure requirements are subject to change at any time, students are encouraged to check with their appropriate state licensure authority (provided above) for additional information. |
Indiana
Indiana Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Application Below you’ll find information needed to submit an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) application after completion of the Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP) program. The Indiana APRN application is for the authority to prescribe independently as an APRN. This is not a license to practice as a nurse practitioner as no such license exists in the state of Indiana. |
Licensure: Must hold a current, active registered nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state of Indiana or in a compact party state with multistate privileges. |
Education: Successful completion of a graduate program offered by a college or university accredited by the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation. Proof of having successfully completed graduate level course in pharmacology consisting of at least two (2) semester hours of academic credit from a college or university accredited by the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation within five (5) years of the date of application. |
National Certification: National certification is not required voluntary. |
Application:
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Contact Information: Indiana Professional Licensing Agency
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Disclaimer: This summary is provided as a reference tool for our students. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as certification/licensure requirements are subject to change at any time, students are encouraged to check with their appropriate state licensure authority (provided above) for additional information.
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Michigan
Michigan State Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Below you’ll find information needed to apply for state certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) after completion of the Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP) program. Graduates of the MSN/FNP are eligible to apply for the state Nurse Practitioner (NP) certification. |
Licensure: Must hold a current, active registered nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state of Michigan. |
Education: Graduation from a graduate degree program designed to prepare for practice as a Nurse Practitioner. |
National Certification: Apply for American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification:
Apply for American Nurses’ Credentialing Center (ANCC) Certification:
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Application: Online application can be completed by visiting www.michigan.gov/miplus. See Michigan Nursing Licensing Guide for certification requirements’ checklist. The following must be received by the Michigan Bureau of Professional Licensing:
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Contact Information: Overnight Carrier Address: (517) 241-0199 – Main Number for Assistance with the Application Process |
Disclaimer: This summary is provided as a reference tool for our students. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as certification/licensure requirements are subject to change at any time, students are encouraged to check with their appropriate state licensure authority (provided above) for additional information.
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Montana
Montana State Licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Below you’ll find information needed to apply for state licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) after completion of the Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP) program. Graduates of the MSN/FNP are eligible to apply for the state Nurse Practitioner (NP) licensure. |
Licensure: Must hold a current, active registered nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state of Montana or in a compact party state with multistate privileges. Or must submit an RN application concurrently with the APRN application. |
Education: Completion of an accredited graduate-level advanced nursing educational program with evidence of preceptorship. |
National Certification: Apply for American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification:
Apply for American Nurses’ Credentialing Center (ANCC) Certification:
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Application: Candidates will apply directly to the Montana Board of Nursing: APRN Application (paper application) Online Application Portal: ebiz.mt.gov/pol The following must be received by the Board:
Contact Information: (406) 444-6880 Main Number for Professional Licensing Questions Disclaimer: This summary is provided as a reference tool for our students. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as certification/licensure requirements are subject to change at any time, students are encouraged to check with their appropriate state licensure authority (provided above) for additional information.
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Nevada
Nevada State Licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Below you’ll find information needed to apply for state licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) after completion of the Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP) program. Graduates of the MSN/FNP are eligible to apply for the state Nurse Practitioner (NP) licensure. |
Licensure: Must hold a current, active registered nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state of Nevada. |
Education:
If the above components are not clearly identified as courses on your transcript, you must provide an explanatory letter from an authorized University representative, or copies of the relevant pages of the University catalog from the year(s) of your attendance. |
National Certification: Apply for American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification:
Apply for American Nurses’ Credentialing Center (ANCC) Certification:
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Application: Candidates will apply directly to the Nevada State Board of Nursing via the Nevada Nurse Portal. See APRN Licensure Requirements for guidance.
Contact Information: Nevada State Board of Nursing (888) 590-6726 Main Number Disclaimer: This summary is provided as a reference tool for our students. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as certification/licensure requirements are subject to change at any time, students are encouraged to check with their appropriate state licensure authority (provided above) for additional information. |
New Mexico
New Mexico State Licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Below you’ll find information needed to apply for state licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) after completion of the Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP) program. Graduates of the MSN/FNP are eligible to apply for the state Nurse Practitioner (NP) licensure. |
Licensure: Must hold a current, active registered nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state of New Mexico or in a compact party state with multistate privileges. |
Education: Successful completion of a graduate level nursing program designed for the education and preparation of nurse practitioners as providers of primary, and/or acute, and/or chronic, and/or long-term, and/or end of life health care. The program must be offered through an accredited institution of higher education or through the armed services. |
Apply for American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification:
Apply for American Nurses’ Credentialing Center (ANCC) Certification:
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Application: Candidates will apply directly to the New Mexico Board of Nursing via the New Mexico Nurse Portal. See APRN Initial Application Instructions for guidance. The following must be received by the Board:
Contact Information: New Mexico Board of Nursing (505)841-8340 Main Number Disclaimer: This summary is provided as a reference tool for our students. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as certification/licensure requirements are subject to change at any time, students are encouraged to check with their appropriate state licensure authority (provided above) for additional information. |
Ohio
Ohio State Licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Below you’ll find information needed to apply for state licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) after completion of the Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP) program. Graduates of the MSN/FNP are eligible to apply for the state Nurse Practitioner (NP) licensure. |
Licensure: Must hold a current, active RN license in good standing in the state of Ohio. |
Education: Completion of a master’s or doctoral degree with a major in nursing that qualifies you to sit for a national certification examination and have completed a graduate level course in Advanced Pharmacology containing a minimum 45 contact hours of content specified in ORC 4723.482. The Advanced Pharmacology course must be completed no longer than five (5) years prior to the date you submitted the application. |
National Certification: APRNs must meet all requirements of the Ohio Board of Nursing including maintaining national certification by the applicable national certifying agency. The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners/Family Nurse Practitioner and the American Nurses Credentialing Center/Family Nurse Practitioner certification programs meet the Board’s requirements. Certification is issued upon passage of an examination and meeting all other certification requirements. Apply for American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification:
Apply for American Nurses’ Credentialing Center (ANCC) Certification:
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Application: The following must be received by the Board:
Contact Information: (614) 466-3947 Main Number Disclaimer: This summary is provided as a reference tool for our students. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as certification/licensure requirements are subject to change at any time, students are encouraged to check with their appropriate state licensure authority (provided above) for additional information. |
Oklahoma
Oklahoma State Licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Below you’ll find information needed to apply for state licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) after completion of the Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP) program. Graduates of the MSN/FNP are eligible to apply for the state Nurse Practitioner (NP) licensure. |
Licensure: Must hold a current, active registered nurse (RN) License in good standing in the state of Oklahoma or in a compact party state with multistate privileges. |
Education: Successful completion of an accredited graduate level advanced practice registered nursing education program in one of the four advanced practice registered nurse roles including a Nurse Practitioner. |
National Certification: Apply for American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification:
Apply for American Nurses’ Credentialing Center (ANCC) Certification:
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Application: Candidates will apply directly to the Oklahoma Board of Nursing via Oklahoma Nurse Portal. Refer for Instructions for Initial Licensure as an APRN for guidance. The following must be received by the Board:
Contact Information: (405) 962-1800 Main Number Disclaimer: This summary is provided as a reference tool for our students. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as certification/licensure requirements are subject to change at any time, students are encouraged to check with their appropriate state licensure authority (provided above) for additional information.
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South Carolina
South Carolina State Licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Below you’ll find information needed to apply for state licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) after completion of the Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP) program. Graduates of the MSN/FNP are eligible to apply for the state Nurse Practitioner (NP) licensure. |
Licensure: NOTE: South Carolina is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). The NLC does not affect additional requirements imposed by states for advanced-practice registered nursing. A multi-state licensure privilege to practice registered nursing granted by a party state must be recognized by other party states as a license to practice registered nursing if a license to practice registered nursing is required by state law as a precondition for qualifying for advanced-practice registered nurse authorization. A current APRN South Carolina license or temporary license is required to practice advanced nursing in this state. Orientation is considered the practice of nursing in South Carolina. Therefore, all nurses must possess a current South Carolina license and/or temporary license before beginning orientation (including classroom instruction and reading policies and procedures). It is a violation of the Nurse Practice Act to begin orientation without the proper license and can result in action by the Board. |
Education: Completion of an advanced formal education program at the master’s level or doctoral level acceptable to the Board of Nursing. Graduates should demonstrate advanced knowledge and skill in assessment and management of physical and psychosocial health, illness status of persons, families, and groups. |
National Certification: The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners/Family Nurse Practitioner and the American Nurses Credentialing Center/Family Nurse Practitioner certification programs are recognized by the Board. Certification is issued upon passage of an examination and meeting all other certification requirements. Apply for American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification:
Apply for American Nurses’ Credentialing Center (ANCC) Certification:
Application: Candidates will apply directly to the South Carolina Board of Nursing. Online Application:
Paper Application: APRN Update - Current SC RN to APRN The following must be received by the Board:
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Contact Information: South Carolina Board of Nursing (803) 896-4550 Main Number Disclaimer: This summary is provided as a reference tool for our students. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as certification/licensure requirements are subject to change at any time, students are encouraged to check with their appropriate state licensure authority (provided above) for additional information.
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Texas
Texas State Licensure as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Below you’ll find information needed to apply for state licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) after completion of the Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP) program. Graduates of the MSN/FNP are eligible to apply for the state Nurse Practitioner (NP) licensure. |
Licensure: Must hold a current, active registered nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state of Texas or in compact party state with multistate privileges. |
Education:
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National Certification: The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners/Family Nurse Practitioner and the American Nurses Credentialing Center/Family Nurse Practitioner certification programs are recognized by the Board. Certification is issued upon passage of an examination and meeting all other certification requirements. Apply for American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification:
Apply for American Nurses’ Credentialing Center (ANCC) Certification:
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Application: Candidates will apply directly to the Texas Board of Nursing via the Texas Nurse Portal. Application Forms - Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Application Forms - Definitions Page for Online APRN Application Status Checks The following must be received by the Board:
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Contact Information: (512) 305-7400 Main Number |
Disclaimer: This summary is provided as a reference tool for our students. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as certification/licensure requirements are subject to change at any time, students are encouraged to check with their appropriate state licensure authority (provided above) for additional information.
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Utah
Utah State Licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Below you’ll find information needed to apply for state licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) after completion of the Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP) program. Graduates of the MSN/FNP are eligible to apply for the state APRN licensure. |
Licensure: Must hold a current, active registered nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state of Utah. If you are not currently licensed in the state of Utah as an RN, you must submit official verification of an active RN from one or more jurisdictions in which you are currently licensed. |
Education:
APRN course work must include patient assessment, diagnosis and treatment, and pharmacotherapeutics. |
National Certification: The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners/Family Nurse Practitioner and the American Nurses Credentialing Center/Family Nurse Practitioner certification programs meet are approved by the Accreditation Board for Specialty Nursing Certification. Certification is issued upon passage of an examination and meeting all other certification requirements. Apply for American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification:
Apply for American Nurses’ Credentialing Center (ANCC) Certification:
Application: Candidates apply directly to the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL): APRN The following must be received by the Board:
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Contact Information: Utah Department of Commence Physical address: (801) 530-6628 Main Number Disclaimer: This summary is provided as a reference tool for our students. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as certification/licensure requirements are subject to change at any time, students are encouraged to check with their appropriate state licensure authority (provided above) for additional information. |