APN Certification and License
The following PDF document contain essential information for all NP and CNS students who are completing required MSN coursework and preparing to graduate. The document outlines:
- Overview of available certification exam review courses;
- Procedures to apply for the certification exam;
- Overview information about the certification exam;
- Procedures to apply for an Illinois Advanced Practice License as a Certified Nurse Practitioner;
- Procedures to apply for an Illinois Mid-level Provider Controlled Substance license; and
- Procedures to apply for a federal DEA license
The attached PowerPoint file includes information regarding the ANCC Online Certification Process. ANCC strongly encourages NP and CNS graduates to apply for the exam online.
- APN Certification Licensure Information (PDF)
- ANCC Online Certification Process (PowerPoint)