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Typically, it is a master's degree.

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What do you need to get a masters in nursing?

You will first need a bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN). Then you can apply to the colleges and universities offering that program of study leading to a nurse practitioner.


What nursing profession requires a masters degree?

That of a nurse practitioner.


Could you train to be an aesthetic practitioner after completing a diploma in nursing?

If you are referring to a nurse practitioner, the minimum educational requirement is a master's degree in nursing. Thus, if you do not have an existing degree you will have to start with obtaining a bachelor's degree first.


Can you work as a neonatal nurse practitioner while you get your bachelor's degree?

A nurse practitioner must have either a master's or doctorate degree in nursing.


Can a LPN become a nurse practitioner without being a RN?

No, in order to become a APRN you need to have a degree in nursing and be licensed as an RN.


What major should you take if you want to be a nurse practitioner?

A nurse practitioner must have the minimum of the master's degree in nursing. This would take approximately two to three years post bachelor's degree.


What is the abbrieviation for nurse practitioner's degree?

It could be NP (typically a masters degree), or DNP (doctorate in nursing).


After LPN can you go straight to nurse practitioner?

To be a Nurse practitioner you have to actually have a bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field. Your LPN experience or clinical hours will help you when it comes to fulfiling required clinical hours for NP program. You need to get your bachelor's because NP is considered a Master's program.


What training is needed for a nurse practitioner?

The minimum educational requirement for a nurse practitioner is a master's degree in nursing, however there are those who have a doctorate.


What is master degree in RN?

Typically, it is the minimum educational requirement for a nurse practitioner (NP). The degree requires a bachelor's degree in nursing to be admitted.


What are the nursing prerequisites for becoming a nurse practitioner?

Just for entry into the program you'll first need a master's degree in nursing. On top of that, you're already covered on the requirement of being licensed to work as a nurse.


What degree do you need to be a pediatric 'nurse practitioner'?

The minimum degree requirement for a nurse practitioner is a master's degree in nursing. Some nurse practitioners have a doctorate. The master's would take approximately two to three years to complete post bachelor's degree. The doctorate would take approximately four years to complete post bachelor's degree.