California · Through 2026-09-13

BPC § 2835.5

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Business and Professions Code - BPC
DIVISION 2. HEALING ARTS [500. - 4999.202.]
CHAPTER 6. Nursing [2700. - 2838.4.]
ARTICLE 8. Nurse Practitioners [2834. - 2837.]

On and after January 1, 2008, an applicant for initial qualification or certification as a nurse practitioner under this article who has not been qualified or certified as a nurse practitioner in California or any other state shall meet the following requirements:

(a) Hold a valid and active registered nursing license issued under this chapter.

(b) Possess a master’s degree in nursing, a master’s degree in a clinical field related to nursing, or a graduate degree in nursing.

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