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Wisconsin
Reduced Practice Authority
Credential
APNP
Est. Fees
$440
CE Hours
None required
Controlled Subs
Sched II-V w/ collab agreement
Reduced Practice Authority
No CE beyond national cert. Transitioning credential to APRN per 2025 Act 17 (Sept 2026).
Step-by-step application for Wisconsin
1
Verify your active RN license
Hold a current RN license in Wisconsin or a valid compact multistate RN license. Board: dsps.wi.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 APNP application
Apply online to the Wisconsin DSPS. Fee: $440. Note: credential transitions to APRN in September 2026 per 2025 Act 17.
5
Complete background check
Fingerprinting through an approved vendor. Allow 2–4 weeks for processing.
6
Establish collaborative practice agreement
Required for prescribing in Wisconsin. 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 WI PDMP within 30 days.
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NP PRACTICEACADEMY
Verified from official state boards · Updated 2026