Credential

APRN

Est. Fees

$565

CE Hours

None required

Controlled Subs

Sched II-V independent

Full Practice Authority

No CE beyond national cert. Full practice authority.

Verify your active RN license

Hold a current RN license in Vermont or a valid compact multistate RN license. Board: sos.vermont.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 APRN application

Apply online to the Vermont Secretary of State Office of Professional Regulation. Fee: $565.

Complete background check

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

Apply for DEA registration

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