NP Advanced Practice

Florida Nurse Practitioner License Requirements

Complete guide to becoming a Nurse Practitioner in Florida

Processing Time

4-8 weeks

Initial Cost

$110

Renewal Period

2 years

Practice Authority

restricted

Official source: licensing in Florida is administered by the Florida Board of Nursing. This guide summarizes the board's requirements — always confirm details there before applying. Already licensed? Look up a nursing license in Florida.

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Restricted Practice

Restricted practice authority. Fla. Stat. 464.0123 permits autonomous primary-care registration after 3,000 physician-supervised clinical hours within five years and other eligibility requirements.

Prescriptive Authority: NPs prescribe under a physician protocol. Autonomous practice (primary care only), created by HB 607 (2020) at Fla. Stat. 464.0123, requires 3,000 physician-supervised clinical hours within the prior 5 years plus graduate coursework in differential diagnosis and pharmacology.

1 Education Requirements

Degree Required

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Program Requirements

Complete accredited Nurse Practitioner program
Hold active RN license in the state
Clinical hours as specified by program

2 National Certification

Certification Body

ANCC, AANPCB, PNCB, NCC, or AACN

Required

Yes

American Nurses Credentialing Center, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board, Pediatric Nursing Certification Board, National Certification Corporation, or American Association of Critical-Care Nurses

3 Background Check

Fingerprint-based criminal background check

FBI and state background check required

4 Fees

Initial Licensure

Application Fee	$110
Total	$110

Renewal

Renewal Fee (every 2 years)

$60

Continuing Education Requirements

Contact hours required

2 years

Renewal cycle

Pharmacology: 3 hours required

Prerequisites

To become a Nurse Practitioner in Florida, you must first hold an active RN license. Florida is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so you may hold a multistate RN license.

RN Requirements View Florida RN Requirements

Florida NP License FAQs

How much does an NP license cost in Florida?

Expect about $110 in total initial NP license costs in Florida, including a $110 application fee. Fees can change, so confirm current amounts with the Florida Board of Nursing.

How many CE hours do NPs need to renew in Florida?

Florida NPs must complete 27 continuing education hours each 2-year renewal cycle. The renewal fee is $60.

How long does it take to get an NP license in Florida?

Most complete applications are processed in about 4 to 8 weeks, though background checks and application volume can extend the timeline.

Who issues NP licenses in Florida?

The Florida Board of Nursing handles NP license applications, renewals, and verifications. You can reach the board at 850-488-0595.