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Ohio
Reduced Practice Authority
Credential
APRN-CNP
Est. Fees
$620
CE Hours
24 hrs/cycle
Controlled Subs
Sched II-V w/ collab agreement
Reduced Practice Authority
Collaborative agreement required for prescribing.
Step-by-step application for Ohio
1
Verify your active RN license
Hold a current RN license in Ohio or a valid compact multistate RN license. Board: nursing.ohio.gov
2
Complete an accredited MSN or DNP
CCNE or ACEN accredited with your NP specialty focus and at least 500 supervised clinical hours.
3
Pass your national certification exam
AANP or ANCC in your specialty. For PMHNP: ANCC PMHNP-BC only.
4
Submit your APRN-CNP application
Apply online to the Ohio Board of Nursing. Fee: $620. Transcripts and certification sent directly to the board.
5
Complete background check
Fingerprinting through an approved vendor. Allow 2–4 weeks for processing.
6
Establish collaborative practice agreement
Required for prescribing in Ohio. Agreement with collaborating physician on file with the board.
7
Apply for DEA registration
Apply at dea.gov after state licensure. $888 every 3 years. Register with OH PDMP within 30 days.
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NP PRACTICEACADEMY
Verified from official state boards · Updated 2026