Washington Nurse Practitioner License Requirements
Complete guide to becoming a Nurse Practitioner in Washington
Full practice authority without physician oversight
Prescriptive Authority: Full Practice Authority state
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
4 Fees
Initial Licensure
| Application Fee | $130 |
| Total | $130 |
Renewal
| Renewal Fee (every 2 years) | $130 |
Continuing Education Requirements
Pharmacology: 15 hours required
Prerequisites
To become a Nurse Practitioner in Washington, you must first hold an active RN license. Washington is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so you may hold a multistate RN license.
State Board of Nursing
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Other APRN Types in Washington
NLC Compact Member
Washington is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact for RN/LPN licenses.
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Based on 1 official sources • Last verified: January 2026