Credential

APRN

Est. Fees

$480

CE Hours

14 hrs/cycle

Controlled Subs

Sched II-V w/ collab agreement

Reduced Practice Authority

Lower CE (14 hrs). Compact state. Collaborative agreement required for prescribing.

Verify your active RN license

Hold a current RN license in Kentucky or a valid compact multistate RN license. Board: kbn.ky.gov

Complete an accredited MSN or DNP

CCNE or ACEN accredited with your NP specialty focus and at least 500 supervised clinical hours.

Pass your national certification exam

AANP or ANCC in your specialty. For PMHNP: ANCC PMHNP-BC only.

Submit your APRN application

Apply online to the Kentucky Board of Nursing. Fee: $480. Transcripts and certification sent directly to the board.

Complete background check

Fingerprinting through an approved vendor. Allow 2–4 weeks for processing.

Establish collaborative practice agreement

Required for prescribing in Kentucky. Agreement with collaborating physician must be on file with the board.

Apply for DEA registration

Apply at dea.gov after state licensure. $888 every 3 years. Register with KY PDMP within 30 days.