Preparation Nurse practitioners must complete a masters degree in nursing or complete a program which provides a certificate. Course work includes classroom and clinical instruction. Admission to these masters degree programs usually requires a license as a registered nurse and several years of nursing experience. The Indiana State Board of Nursing is the state agency responsible for the registration and licensure of nurse practitioners in the state of Indiana. National Licensure Certification is optional for nurse practitioners in some states.
Requirements vary by state.
Some states require nurse practitioners to complete an internship before they can be licensed. Contact your state Board of Nursing for more information about requirements.