Massachusetts

For RN and LPN licensure:

• Must graduate from a board-approved program;
• Are of Good Moral Character, as defined by state law
• Have passed the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX)
• If you were educated outside of the United States, see our information for foreign educated nurses.
• If you were educated outside of Massachusetts, see Information for Graduates of US Nursing Programs and Eligibility for Licensure in Massachusetts

For APRN Licensure:

• Current registered nurse (RN) licensure
• Official final transcript from your education program
• The official transcript must state that the education program prepared you for practice as an APRN in the specific clinical category you are applying for (CNP, CNM, CRNA, PCNS, CNS)
• Proof of graduate level coursework, including:
  • Pathophysiology
  • Advanced physical assessment
  • Pharmacotherapeutics

• Current APRN certification from a board approved national certification organization
• Good Moral Character, as defined by Massachusetts state law

 

More APRN information:

• Apply for APRN authorization

For more information:

• Massachusetts Nurse Practice Act 
• Massachusetts Nursing Rules and Regulations