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DNP vs. NP: What is the Difference?

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Step 4: Take a certification exam to get your CNP: To become a certified nurse practitioner (CNP), you will have to take a certification exam through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), the National Certification Corporation (NCC), or the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). or higher on a 4.0

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Selecting a Nursing Program to Advance Your Career

American Nurse

If you want to become an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), are you interested in becoming a clinical nurse specialist, a nurse practitioner, a nurse anesthetist, or a nurse midwife? Are clinical placements varied enough to provide sufficient hands-on experience?