After completing the necessary education, nurses must obtain a license to practice. The requirements are as follows:
1. CNA: Must pass the state competency exam, which includes both a written and a practical skills component. 2. LPN/LVN: Must pass the NCLEX-PN exam. 3. RN: Must pass the NCLEX-RN exam. 4. APRN: Must obtain certification in their specialty area through an accredited certifying body, such as the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).
