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Review nursing licensure requirements, evaluation report requirements, document submission guidelines, and other important information for internationally educated nurses applying for licensure in this state.
The California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) is a state agency that oversees the practice of Registered Nurses (RNs) to ensure public safety, as outlined by the Nursing Practice Act (NPA). Meanwhile, the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT) manages the regulation and certification of Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) and Psychiatric Technicians.
California is not a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), therefore, nurses planning to work in California must apply directly to BRN or BVNPT for licensure.
State Boards of Nursing may change their requirements at any time. We always strive to keep our information updated but consult the respective Board for confirmation is strongly recommended.
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