For PN licensure:
- Must graduate from a board-approved program
- Qualifications for licensure are described in Section 5 of the Practical Nurse Law.
For RN licensure:
- Must graduate from a board-approved program
- The PA State Board of Nursing's qualifications for licensure are described in Section 6a of the Professional Nursing Law and Section 5 of the Practical Nurse Law. Section 8.1 of the Professional Nursing Law describes the qualifications for certified registered nurse practitioners.
- Educational requirements are described in Sections 21.81, 21.84-21.89, 21.201-21.203, and 21.369 of the Board's regulations.
- Board of Nursing Laws and regulations
For APRN licensure:
Qualifications for Licensure:
- The PA State Board of Nursing's qualifications for licensure are described in Sections 6a and 7a of the Professional Nursing Law and Section 5 of the Practical Nurse Law. Section 8.1 of the Professional Nursing Law describes the qualifications for certified registered nurse practitioners.
Educational Requirements:
- Educational requirements are described in Sections 21.81, 21.84-21.89, 21.201-21.203, and 21.369 of the Board's regulations.
- Laws and regulations
- Until an application and supporting documentation including a Criminal History Record Check is received there is no predetermination related to qualifications for licensure.
Applications for Licensure:
Application for Endorsement:
For More Information: