§ 2835.5

California Business and Professions Code · 2026 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · California

On and after January 1, 2008, an applicant for initial qualification or certification as a nurse practitioner under this article who has not been qualified or certified as a nurse practitioner in California or any other state shall meet the following requirements:

(a) Hold a valid and active registered nursing license issued under this chapter.

(b) Possess a master’s degree in nursing, a master’s degree in a clinical field related to nursing, or a graduate degree in nursing.

(Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 426, Sec. 31. (SB 800) Effective January 1, 2016.)

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