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Wyoming Nurse Practitioner License Requirements

Complete guide to becoming a Nurse Practitioner in Wyoming

Processing Time

4-8 weeks

Initial Cost

$310

Renewal Period

2 years

Practice Authority

full

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

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Full Practice Authority

Full practice authority without physician oversight

Prescriptive Authority: APRNs may prescribe, administer and dispense medications except Schedule I drugs.

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	$250
Background Check	$60
Total	$310

APRN licensure by examination is $250, which includes initial national certification but not the RN license (Ch. 5 § 4(d)(i)); by endorsement it is $255 (§ 4(e)(i)). Prescriptive authority adds $70 (§ 4(g)(i)(B)). The total adds the $60 DCI background check (§ 4(b)).

Renewal

Renewal Fee (every 2 years)

$180 (waived through December 31, 2026)

Continuing Education Requirements

Contact hours required

2 years

Renewal cycle

National certification + 3 hrs Rx + 15 pharmacology

Prerequisites

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

RN Requirements View Wyoming RN Requirements

Wyoming NP License FAQs

How much does an NP license cost in Wyoming?

Expect about $310 in total initial NP license costs in Wyoming, including a $250 application fee. Fees can change, so confirm current amounts with the Wyoming State Board of Nursing.

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

Wyoming NPs must complete 3 continuing education hours each 2-year renewal cycle. The $180 renewal fee is waived for renewals from October 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026.

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

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 Wyoming?

The Wyoming State Board of Nursing handles NP license applications, renewals, and verifications. You can reach the board at 307-777-7601.