Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Post-BSN) – Arkansas
Liberty University and the School of Nursing meet all requirements for enrollment of Arkansas students in this program. All students are required to have a current, unencumbered Registered Nurse License prior to enrollment.
Arkansas State License Requirements:
a. RN License.
i. You must maintain a current, unencumbered RN license for any Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner program.
ii. Arkansas is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact Administration, therefore, to participate in practicum in the state of Arkansas, the student must hold an active, multi-state RN license.
iii. Any change in licensure status must be reported to the Liberty University School of Nursing Online Student Support Coordinator.
b. APRN License Application Requirements
i. Education
1. The Arkansas Board of Nursing requires official transcripts from a Masters or higher degree program for the specialty. Transcripts must be submitted to the Board in a sealed envelope, or through email, from the educational program. To request an official transcript, you may reach out to the Registrar’s office.
2. Applicants seeking an initial certificate of prescriptive authority must provide transcripts which reflect 3 graduate credit hours of pharmacology, included as part of an advanced practice nursing education program, within five (5) years immediately prior to the date of application to the Board.
ii. Certification:
This program meets requirements for eligibility to sit for national certification examinations.
Board Link:
The Board is very specific about education and certification requirements. Students must be able to demonstrate that these requirements have been met.
Please visit the Arkansas Board of Nursing for specific steps and guidelines for seeking APRN licensure in this state: Agency (State Board of Nursing): APRN Licensure
Practicum Placement Support – Frequently Asked Questions:
a. Will LUSON support practicum placement in Arkansas?
Liberty University School of Nursing students are approved for practicum in the State of Arkansas.
b. Are there any specific requirements to consider when completing practicum in Arkansas?
Students completing practicum in the State of Arkansas must hold an Arkansas Registered Nurse License, or a Multi-State RN License.