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Steps to becoming a Nurse Practitioner

Get Certified to work as a Nurse Practitioner

Pursue an undergraduate degree

Build Experience

  • Attend an accredited college or university.

  • Earn an associates degree in nursing,at minimum. A nurse practitioner should also pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing.

After earning a master's degree and passing the state licensing exam, take the certification examination given by organizations like the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.

  • Seek entry-level work in a clinic or a hospital setting to get registered nursing experience

  • This serves as a stepping-stone to a higer-level career

Obtain a graduate degree

  • Master's degree programs in nursing are highly regarded because most healthcare professions prefer it as a minimum educational requirement.

  • Takes two years to complete a masters program in nursing

High School Diploma

Apply for Nursing License

  • Must complete 4 years of high school and earn enough credits to graduate.

  • My goal is to eventually receive an Advanced High School diploma.
  • In order to become a registered nurse you must complete and pass National Council Licensure Examination for nursing.

  • Most places require you to pass the exam and obtain a license before beginning as a nurse or nurse practitioner
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