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Nurse Practitioner vs. Doctor: Key Differences Explained

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

News & World Report ranks the profession of nurse practitioner as #1 in its 2024 Best Health Care Jobs list. 10 The demand for nurse practitioners is growing at a rapid rate. 13 Regarding nurse practitioner vs. doctor salary, MDs earn more. The Nurse Educator role specialty is not available for the DNP program.

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How Nurse Practitioners Are Filling Gaps in Primary Care

Post University

After finishing the required coursework and clinical hours, nurse practitioners obtain population-specific national certification through one of several recognized certifying bodies, such as the American Nurses Credentialing Center or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board.