NP Advanced Practice

Michigan Nurse Practitioner License Requirements

Complete guide to becoming a Nurse Practitioner in Michigan

Processing Time
4-8 weeks
Initial Cost
$85
Renewal Period
2 years
Practice Authority
restricted
Restricted Practice

Restricted practice requiring physician supervision

Prescriptive Authority: Written authorization from supervising physician required

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 or AANPCB

Required

Yes

American Nurses Credentialing Center or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board

3 Background Check

Fingerprint-based criminal background check
FBI and state background check required

4 Fees

Initial Licensure

Application Fee $85
Total $85

Renewal

Renewal Fee (every 2 years) $85

Continuing Education Requirements

25
Contact hours required
2 years
Renewal cycle

2 pain management, 2 implicit bias required

Prerequisites

To become a Nurse Practitioner in Michigan, you must first hold an active RN license. Michigan requires a state-specific RN license.

State Board of Nursing

Official Name
Michigan Board of Nursing
Phone
517-241-0199

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Clinically reviewed by Clinical Review Team

Based on 1 official sources Last verified: January 2026