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How can I become a Nurse Practitioner?

How can i become a nurse practitioner?

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Sergio A.’s Answer

Hi Sylene,

You are getting great advice from someone already in the field!! I'd like to add...

7) Work on developing strong communication and interpersonal skills.
8) Volunteer. Volunteer. Volunteer. Make time to volunteer at clinics, hospitals, and nursing homes.
9) Do your homework. Make sure you understand the different types of nurse practitioners such as, family nurse practitioner, pediatric nurse practitioner, and others so you have a better understanding of what path you would want to take.
10) Read 1-6 Becky answered again.

Good luck Sylene!!
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Becky’s Answer

Hi Sylene,

To become a nurse practitioner:
1) Complete high school
2) Completing either an associate's or a bachelor's degree in nursing, upon which one becomes eligible to take the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCLEX) exam, which makes you a registered nurse.
3) Preferably work for a few years as a registered nurse. This allows you to decide what specialty area to pursue (Family Nurse Practitioner (NP), adult-geriatrics NP, Adult acute NP, Women's Health NP...etc.
4) Enroll in either a Master's or doctorate track to become a nurse practitioner
5) Take the exam to become board-certified
6) Work as a nurse practitioner

Good Luck!

Becky
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