Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 426, Sec. 31. (SB 800) Effective January 1, 2016.
On and after January 1, 2008, an applicant for initial qualification or certification as a nurse practitioner under this article who has not been qualified or certified as a nurse practitioner in California or any other state shall meet the following requirements:
(a)Hold a valid and active registered nursing license issued under this chapter.
(b)Possess a master’s degree in nursing, a master’s degree in a clinical field related to nursing, or a graduate degree in nursing.
(c)Satisfactorily complete a nurse practitioner program approved by the
board.
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