Nursing License Requirements by State
Select a state to view detailed RN licensing requirements, including education, exams, fees, and continuing education.
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What is the NLC Compact?
The Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) allows nurses to have one multistate license with the privilege to practice in their home state and other NLC states.
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We also have complete licensing information for Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in all 50 states.
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