NR581NP Scope of Practice Worksheet
Intended State of Practice/ Nurse Practitioner License Requirements
1. Identify the state where you intend to practice as an NP.
New York is the state in which I plan to work as a Nurse Practitioner (NP).
2. Identify which track you are in at Chamberlain University: (FNP, Acute Care Geriatric,
Primary Care Geriatric, PMH) (use titles from our program).
My track at Chamberlain University: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).
3. License requirements in the state where you intend to practice:
a. What are the licensure requirements to become a nurse practitioner?
The licensure requirements to become a nurse practitioner in New York is as
follows:
• Hold a current NY Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Complete a NYSED-registered master's or doctoral nursing program
in a specialty area.
• Pass a national certification exam and apply for certification through
the NYSED.
• Requirements include clinical experience and specific coursework.
b. Briefly describe the fingerprinting requirements, prior health history and criminal
history restrictions to become an NP.
Fingerprinting:
• New York requires a fingerprint-based criminal history check for all
nursing licensure applicants to verify identity and check for criminal
convictions.
Criminal Background Check:
• Case-by-Case Review: Criminal convictions are not automatic
disqualifiers but are reviewed individually by the board.
• Disqualifying Factors: Felony charges related to violent crimes, fraud,
theft, or drug offenses are considered indicators of poor judgment and lack
of moral character, which can prohibit licensure.
• Sex Offender Registry: Registration on a sex offender list is generally a
barrier to licensure.
Medical History:
• There are no formal, published restrictions regarding an applicant's prior
health history, such as specific illnesses.
Education and Certification Requirements
1. Describe the state educational requirements to become licensed as an NP.
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, a. What level degree is needed?
To become a licensed Nurse Practitioner (NP) in New York, you must hold a
current NY Registered Nurse (RN) license, complete a master's degree
(MSN) or higher (DNP)from a program registered by the New York State
Education Department (NYSED), pass a national board certification exam,
and hold certification in a specialty area.
b. How many clinical hours are required?
In New York, nurse practitioners (NPs) must complete at least 3,600 hours of
practice under a collaborative agreement with a physician to gain full,
independent practice authority. For initial educational certification, NP
programs generally require a minimum of 500–750+ supervised direct
patient care clinical hours.
2. Identify the exam required to become a certified nurse practitioner in your specialty area.
Provide a link to the exam descriptions of the certifying organization.
To become a certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) in New York, you must pass
either the ANCC Family Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified (FNP-BC) exam or the
AANPCB Family Nurse (FNP) Certification exam. Both are accredited, nationally
recognized, and accepted for New York licensure.
• ANCC FNP-BC Exam: https://www.nursingworld.org/our-
certifications/family-nurse-practitioner/
• AANPCB FNP Exam: https://www.aanpcert.org/certs/fnp
3. Describe the initial national nurse practitioner board exam certification requirements as
described by the certifying body. The certifying body is the organization that will
administer the certification exam (AANP, ANCC or AANC. Review and discuss one
exam appropriate to your NP track.
Initial FNP board certification requires an active RN license, a graduate degree
(MSN/DNP/Post-Grad Certificate) from an accredited Family Nurse Practitioner
program, and completion of at least 500 faculty-supervised clinical hours. Both
AANP and ANCC are accredited, recognized certifying bodies.
Key Requirements & Exam (AANPCB FNP):
The American Academy of Nurse Practioners Certification Board (AANPCB) is a
primary certifying body for FNPs.
• Requirements: Applicants must hold a current, active U.S. RN license, complete
an accredited FNP program (including required APRN core courses: advanced
physical assessment, pathophysiology, and pharmacology), and submit a
Validation of Education (VOE) form.
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Intended State of Practice/ Nurse Practitioner License Requirements
1. Identify the state where you intend to practice as an NP.
New York is the state in which I plan to work as a Nurse Practitioner (NP).
2. Identify which track you are in at Chamberlain University: (FNP, Acute Care Geriatric,
Primary Care Geriatric, PMH) (use titles from our program).
My track at Chamberlain University: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).
3. License requirements in the state where you intend to practice:
a. What are the licensure requirements to become a nurse practitioner?
The licensure requirements to become a nurse practitioner in New York is as
follows:
• Hold a current NY Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Complete a NYSED-registered master's or doctoral nursing program
in a specialty area.
• Pass a national certification exam and apply for certification through
the NYSED.
• Requirements include clinical experience and specific coursework.
b. Briefly describe the fingerprinting requirements, prior health history and criminal
history restrictions to become an NP.
Fingerprinting:
• New York requires a fingerprint-based criminal history check for all
nursing licensure applicants to verify identity and check for criminal
convictions.
Criminal Background Check:
• Case-by-Case Review: Criminal convictions are not automatic
disqualifiers but are reviewed individually by the board.
• Disqualifying Factors: Felony charges related to violent crimes, fraud,
theft, or drug offenses are considered indicators of poor judgment and lack
of moral character, which can prohibit licensure.
• Sex Offender Registry: Registration on a sex offender list is generally a
barrier to licensure.
Medical History:
• There are no formal, published restrictions regarding an applicant's prior
health history, such as specific illnesses.
Education and Certification Requirements
1. Describe the state educational requirements to become licensed as an NP.
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, a. What level degree is needed?
To become a licensed Nurse Practitioner (NP) in New York, you must hold a
current NY Registered Nurse (RN) license, complete a master's degree
(MSN) or higher (DNP)from a program registered by the New York State
Education Department (NYSED), pass a national board certification exam,
and hold certification in a specialty area.
b. How many clinical hours are required?
In New York, nurse practitioners (NPs) must complete at least 3,600 hours of
practice under a collaborative agreement with a physician to gain full,
independent practice authority. For initial educational certification, NP
programs generally require a minimum of 500–750+ supervised direct
patient care clinical hours.
2. Identify the exam required to become a certified nurse practitioner in your specialty area.
Provide a link to the exam descriptions of the certifying organization.
To become a certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) in New York, you must pass
either the ANCC Family Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified (FNP-BC) exam or the
AANPCB Family Nurse (FNP) Certification exam. Both are accredited, nationally
recognized, and accepted for New York licensure.
• ANCC FNP-BC Exam: https://www.nursingworld.org/our-
certifications/family-nurse-practitioner/
• AANPCB FNP Exam: https://www.aanpcert.org/certs/fnp
3. Describe the initial national nurse practitioner board exam certification requirements as
described by the certifying body. The certifying body is the organization that will
administer the certification exam (AANP, ANCC or AANC. Review and discuss one
exam appropriate to your NP track.
Initial FNP board certification requires an active RN license, a graduate degree
(MSN/DNP/Post-Grad Certificate) from an accredited Family Nurse Practitioner
program, and completion of at least 500 faculty-supervised clinical hours. Both
AANP and ANCC are accredited, recognized certifying bodies.
Key Requirements & Exam (AANPCB FNP):
The American Academy of Nurse Practioners Certification Board (AANPCB) is a
primary certifying body for FNPs.
• Requirements: Applicants must hold a current, active U.S. RN license, complete
an accredited FNP program (including required APRN core courses: advanced
physical assessment, pathophysiology, and pharmacology), and submit a
Validation of Education (VOE) form.
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