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A Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a registered nurse who has completed specific advanced nursing education (generally a master's degree or doctoral degree) and training in the diagnosis and management of common as well as a few complex medical conditions. (Wikipedia) For the source and more detailed information concerning your request, click on the related links section (Wikipedia) indicated directly below this answer section.

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what training do I need to get a nurse practitioner job and how can I get information on what to do?

You need either a master's or doctoral degree from a college or university to become a nurse practitioner. You will also be required to obtain certification from the medical board in the United States.


What ACT score do you need to be a nurse practitioner?

The ACT score doesn't affect you becoming a nurse practitioner. In order to become an APRN you need to go to a college and receive your Bachelor's in Nursing first. After you've graduated you're eligible to apply to graduate schools and become an APRN.


What courses in college do you have to take to be a neonatal nurse practitioner in the ICU?

well I think you need to get your RN degree.


How many years of college do you need to become a 'nurse practitioner'?

A person has to get a Bachelor's Degree first, and then go to naturopathic medical school for four years, so the total is 8 years of college.


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 training do I need to become a nurse practitioner?

There are a number of schools that offer training for nurse practitioners. onlinenursepractitionerprograms.com has a lot of resources to find out more information.


What type of degree do you need to be a nurse practitioner?

Typically, the minimum degree required as a nurse practitioner is a masters degree.Typically, the minimum degree required as a nurse practitioner is a masters degree.Typically, the minimum degree required as a nurse practitioner is a masters degree.Typically, the minimum degree required as a nurse practitioner is a masters degree.Typically, the minimum degree required as a nurse practitioner is a masters degree.Typically, the minimum degree required as a nurse practitioner is a masters degree.


What average do you need to get in to university to become a nurse practitioner?

Each college or university will have requirements particular to itself. Grade point average is just one part of the selection process. Once you collect the names of some institutions you have an interest in, you can then inquire about the specific criteria particular to that school. I assume you are aware that the minimum educational requirement for a nurse practitioner is a master's degree in nursing.


Does a nurse practitioner need a license?

Yes, a nurse pracitioner needs a license in the US.


Who makes more a physician assistant or a nurse practitioner?

A nurse practitioner would earn significantly more because to acquire that position the individual must hold a master's or doctorate level degree. To become an assistant you only need a certificate or Associate's degree.


How long do you need to go to college to become registered nurse?

Four years


How long do you need to go to college to become a travel nurse?

5 years