APN Certification and License
The attached PDF document contains essential information for all NP and CNS students who are completing required MSN coursework and preparing to graduate. The document outlines the following:
- 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)