Credential

NP

Est. Fees

$700

CE Hours

30 hrs/cycle

Controlled Subs

Sched II-V w/ physician supervision

Restricted Practice Authority

Higher fees (~$700). Practice agreement with physician required. Compact state.

Verify your active RN license

Hold a current RN license in Virginia or a valid compact multistate RN license. Board: dhp.virginia.gov/nursing

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

Apply online to the Virginia Department of Health Professions Board of Nursing. Fee: $700. Transcripts and certification sent directly.

Complete background check

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

Establish practice agreement with physician

Required before prescribing in Virginia. Must be on file with the board.

Apply for DEA registration

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