Credential

NP

Est. Fees

$965

CE Hours

30 hrs/cycle

Controlled Subs

Sched II-V w/ physician supervision

Restricted Practice Authority

Highest fees nationally (~$965). Physician supervision required. Standardized Procedures required for prescribing.

Verify your active RN license

Hold a current RN license in California. Board: rn.ca.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 NP application to the CA BRN

Apply online to the California Board of Registered Nursing. Fee: $965. Transcripts and certification sent directly.

Complete background check

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

Establish Standardized Procedures with physician

Required before prescribing in California. Standardized Procedure Agreement must be signed by supervising physician.

Apply for DEA registration

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