Credential

APRN

Est. Fees

$415

CE Hours

30 hrs/cycle

Controlled Subs

Sched II-V w/ collab agreement

Reduced Practice Authority

Collaborative practice agreements required for prescribing.

Verify your active RN license

Hold a current RN license in Louisiana or a valid compact multistate RN license. Board: lsbn.state.la.us

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 Louisiana State Board of Nursing. Fee: $415. 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 Louisiana. 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 LA PDMP within 30 days.