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Advanced Practice Nursing (or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse/Nurse Practitioner)

Job Summary

APRNs are registered nurses with advanced clinical training who provide primary or specialty healthcare services, including diagnosing and treating medical conditions, prescribing medications, and educating patients.

Required Education / Training Summary

People starting in this career usually have:

  • Master's degree
  • No work experience
  • No on-the-job training