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97<a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/certified-registered-nurse-anesthetist-crna/" class="outline-primary/25 focus-visible:outline-3 text-muted hover:text-default transition-colors page-sidebar-nav__link rounded-none" data-v-46be17ee><!--[--><!--[-->Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)<!--]--><!--]--></a><!----></li><li class="page-sidebar-nav__item" data-v-46be17ee><a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/clinical-nurse-specialist-cns/" class="outline-primary/25 focus-visible:outline-3 text-muted hover:text-default transition-colors page-sidebar-nav__link rounded-none" data-v-46be17ee><!--[--><!--[-->Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)<!--]--><!--]--></a><!----></li><li class="page-sidebar-nav__item" data-v-46be17ee><a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/forensic-nursing/" class="outline-primary/25 focus-visible:outline-3 text-muted hover:text-default transition-colors page-sidebar-nav__link rounded-none" data-v-46be17ee><!--[--><!--[-->Forensic Nursing<!--]--><!--]--></a><!----></li><li class="page-sidebar-nav__item" data-v-46be17ee><a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/nurse-practitioner/" class="outline-primary/25 focus-visible:outline-3 text-muted hover:text-default transition-colors page-sidebar-nav__link rounded-none" data-v-46be17ee><!--[--><!--[-->How to Become a Nurse Practitioner<!--]--><!--]--></a><!----></li><!--]--></ul><!----></aside><div class="page-main" data-v-6fec7aa5><div class="page-builder" data-sanity-document-id="nursinglicensemap.com-24" data-sanity-document-type="page" data-sanity-site-id="nursinglicensemap" data-v-6fec7aa5 data-v-4d65b14e><!--[--><!--[--><!----><section class="page-section page-section--collapsible flex flex-col page-section--peek-sm" _type="pageSection" staffoverlay="false" data-placement-key="542f0c4be6ba" data-placement-type="page-section" data-sanity="page:pageBuilder[_key==&quot;542f0c4be6ba&quot;]" data-v-4d65b14e data-v-a6d6226a><div id="v-0-0-0-8-0" class="relative page-section__content--clipped page-section__content space-y-3" data-v-a6d6226a><div class="page-section__body prose max-w-none" data-v-a6d6226a><div data-v-a6d6226a data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><h1 class="">Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Career Guide</h1><figure class="pte-image pte-image--contained"><img src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/yulwkpt0/live/03c69d94c8ff45d1c459f72edaab1cd5041f4b5e-822x350.jpg?auto=format&amp;fit=max&amp;q=90&amp;w=720" srcset="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/yulwkpt0/live/03c69d94c8ff45d1c459f72edaab1cd5041f4b5e-822x350.jpg?auto=format&amp;fit=max&amp;q=90&amp;w=320 320w, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/yulwkpt0/live/03c69d94c8ff45d1c459f72edaab1cd5041f4b5e-822x350.jpg?auto=format&amp;fit=max&amp;q=90&amp;w=448 448w, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/yulwkpt0/live/03c69d94c8ff45d1c459f72edaab1cd5041f4b5e-822x350.jpg?auto=format&amp;fit=max&amp;q=90&amp;w=480 480w, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/yulwkpt0/live/03c69d94c8ff45d1c459f72edaab1cd5041f4b5e-822x350.jpg?auto=format&amp;fit=max&amp;q=90&amp;w=640 640w, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/yulwkpt0/live/03c69d94c8ff45d1c459f72edaab1cd5041f4b5e-822x350.jpg?auto=format&amp;fit=max&amp;q=90&amp;w=720 720w" alt class="pte-image__img" style="width:720px;max-width:100%;" width="822" height="350" loading="lazy" decoding="async" sizes="720px"></figure><h2 id="h-what-is-an-aprn" class="">What Is an APRN?</h2><p class=""><strong>Advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) is an umbrella term for nursing professionals who have earned a master’s or doctoral degree to take on advanced roles in health care.</strong> According to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, <a href="https://www.ncsbn.org/aprn.htm" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">APRNs include these nurse careers</a>: clinical nurse specialist (CNS), nurse practitioner (NP), certified nurse midwife (CNM) and nurse anesthetist (CRNA).</p><p class="">Registered nurses (RNs) who are looking to advance their careers may consider pursuing a master’s or doctoral degree to work as an APRN. In addition to greater autonomy and expanded scope of practice, nurses may benefit from pursuing an <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/nurse-anesthetists-nurse-midwives-and-nurse-practitioners.htm#tab-6" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">APRN role due to job demand</a>.</p><!--]--><!----></div></div><!----><!----><div class="page-section__fade pointer-events-none absolute inset-x-0 bottom-0" aria-hidden="true" data-v-a6d6226a></div></div><button type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="v-0-0-0-8-0" data-v-a6d6226a data-slot="base" class="rounded-sm font-medium inline-flex items-center disabled:cursor-not-allowed aria-disabled:cursor-not-allowed disabled:opacity-75 aria-disabled:opacity-75 transition-colors px-2.5 py-1.5 text-xs gap-1.5 text-muted hover:text-default active:text-default disabled:text-muted aria-disabled:text-muted outline-inverted/25 focus-visible:outline-3 page-section__toggle mx-auto mt-0 min-h-6 min-w-6 !py-0.5 md:hidden"><!--[--><!--[--><!----><!--]--><!--[--><span data-slot="label" class="truncate">Read more</span><!--]--><!--[--><!----><!--]--><!--]--></button></section><!--]--><!--[--><!----><div class="ad-network-embed" data-ad-network-embed="1" data-network="esyoh" data-embed-type="listings" data-placement-key="adEsyohTop" data-placement-type="ad-network-embed" _type="adNetworkEmbed" heading="Featured Online Advanced Nurse Programs Enrolling" staffoverlay="false" data-sanity="page:pageBuilder[_key==&quot;adEsyohTop&quot;]" data-v-4d65b14e data-v-a4a0a9cf><div class="ad-network-embed__skeleton" style="min-height:250px;" data-v-a4a0a9cf><div class="ad-network-embed__skeleton-bars" data-v-a4a0a9cf><div class="ad-network-embed__skeleton-bar ad-network-embed__skeleton-bar--title" data-v-a4a0a9cf></div><div class="ad-network-embed__skeleton-bar ad-network-embed__skeleton-bar--text" data-v-a4a0a9cf></div><div class="ad-network-embed__skeleton-bar ad-network-embed__skeleton-bar--text ad-network-embed__skeleton-bar--short" data-v-a4a0a9cf></div></div><!----></div>
97<div class="ad-network-embed__anchor--hidden ad-network-embed__anchor" data-v-a4a0a9cf></div><!----></div><!--]--><!--[--><!----><section class="program-ad-unit" _type="programAdUnit" disclaimertext="AD" sourcemode="static" data-placement-key="17e59e253fcd" data-placement-type="program-card-ad" data-sanity="page:pageBuilder[_key==&quot;17e59e253fcd&quot;]" data-v-4d65b14e data-v-50e6d643><header class="program-ad-unit__header" data-v-50e6d643><div class="program-ad-unit__header-text" data-v-50e6d643><p class="program-ad-unit__title" data-v-50e6d643>Sponsored online nursing programs</p><!----></div><!----></header><div class="program-ad-unit__items--program-card program-ad-unit__items" data-v-50e6d643><!--[--><section class="program-card-ad-block" data-v-50e6d643 data-v-32e090f4><!----><div class="program-card-ad program-card-ad--sponsored" data-ad-program-external-id="program-wp-2697" data-sponsor-offer="0" data-v-32e090f4><div class="program-card-ad__layout" data-v-32e090f4><div class="program-card-ad__meta" data-v-32e090f4><p class="program-card-ad__institution-name" data-v-32e090f4>Simmons University</p><div class="ad-disclaimer ad-disclaimer--inline program-card-ad__disclaimer" data-v-32e090f4 data-v-ec84c844><span class="iconify i-lucide:circle-alert ad-disclaimer__icon" aria-hidden="true" style="" data-v-ec84c844></span><span data-v-ec84c844>Ad</span></div></div><div class="program-card-ad__content" data-v-32e090f4><h3 class="program-card-ad__title" data-v-32e090f4>Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)</h3><p class="program-card-ad__description" data-v-32e090f4>Earn an MSN online from Simmons University. The programs combine live classes, engaging coursework, and hands-on clinical experiences to help you advance your career as an NP. Choose from two program options — FNP or PMHNP — and prepare to raise the standard of patient care. Explore Nursing@Simmons programs for RNs who hold a BSN or bachelor’s degree.</p><!----><!----><ul class="program-card-ad__value-propositions" data-v-32e090f4><!--[--><li data-v-32e090f4><span class="iconify i-lucide:check program-card-ad__value-prop-icon" aria-hidden="true" style="" data-v-32e090f4></span><span data-v-32e090f4>Choose from two program options — FNP or PMHNP</span></li><li data-v-32e090f4><span class="iconify i-lucide:check program-card-ad__value-prop-icon" aria-hidden="true" style="" data-v-32e090f4></span><span data-v-32e090f4>Complete in as few as 24 months</span></li><li data-v-32e090f4><span class="iconify i-lucide:check program-card-ad__value-prop-icon" aria-hidden="true" style="" data-v-32e090f4></span><span data-v-32e090f4>Full-time and part-time tracks available</span></li><!--]--></ul></div><div class="program-card-ad__sidebar" data-v-32e090f4><img src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/yulwkpt0/live/1530556764fcd4fbdf13cf094c6b0d3441081c3a-1200x1200.png?w=300&amp;q=70&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=max" alt="Simmons University" class="program-card-ad__logo" width="300" height="300" loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-v-32e090f4><a href="https://info.online.simmons.edu/requestinfo/msn-fwp/?lsrc=nursinglicensemapprotostar&amp;l=advanced-practice-nursing&amp;utm_content=17e59e253fcd-program-wp-2697&amp;utm_id=program-card-ad&amp;utm_source=nursinglicensemapprotostar&amp;utm_medium=strategic_partnership&amp;utm_term=advanced-practice-nursing" target="_blank" rel="sponsored nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-external-link-icon="false" class="program-card-ad__cta" data-v-32e090f4><!--[-->Request more info from Simmons University.<!--]--></a></div></div><!----></div></section><section class="program-card-ad-block" data-v-50e6d643 data-v-32e090f4><!----><div class="program-card-ad program-card-ad--sponsored" data-ad-program-external-id="program-wp-2712" data-sponsor-offer="0" data-v-32e090f4><div class="program-card-ad__layout" data-v-32e090f4><div class="program-card-ad__meta" data-v-32e090f4><p class="program-card-ad__institution-name" data-v-32e090f4>Georgetown University</p><div class="ad-disclaimer ad-disclaimer--inline program-card-ad__disclaimer" data-v-32e090f4 data-v-ec84c844><span class="iconify i-lucide:circle-alert ad-disclaimer__icon" aria-hidden="true" style="" data-v-ec84c844></span><span data-v-ec84c844>Ad</span></div></div><div class="program-card-ad__content" data-v-32e090f4><h3 class="program-card-ad__title" data-v-32e090f4>Master of Science in Nursing</h3><p class="program-card-ad__description" data-v-32e090f4>Nursing@Georgetown enables RNs to earn their MS in Nursing online from Georgetown University. Through a research-based curriculum and hands-on clinical experiences, the program prepares students to pursue certification in an APRN specialty area and provide specialized care for patients in their communities. BSN required.</p><!----><!----><ul class="program-card-ad__value-propositions" data-v-32e090f4><!--[--><li data-v-32e090f4>
97<span class="iconify i-lucide:check program-card-ad__value-prop-icon" aria-hidden="true" style="" data-v-32e090f4></span><span data-v-32e090f4>Earn your MS in Nursing in as few as 23 months</span></li><li data-v-32e090f4><span class="iconify i-lucide:check program-card-ad__value-prop-icon" aria-hidden="true" style="" data-v-32e090f4></span><span data-v-32e090f4>Choose from one of four APRN specialty areas: AG-ACNP, FNP, NM/WHNP, or WHNP</span></li><li data-v-32e090f4><span class="iconify i-lucide:check program-card-ad__value-prop-icon" aria-hidden="true" style="" data-v-32e090f4></span><span data-v-32e090f4>Gain hands-on clinical experience in evidence-based practice</span></li><!--]--></ul></div><div class="program-card-ad__sidebar" data-v-32e090f4><img src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/yulwkpt0/live/be7f59c7c94e15904c866b74fe46b953348799de-2992x1110.png?w=300&amp;q=70&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=max" alt="Georgetown University" class="program-card-ad__logo" width="300" height="111" loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-v-32e090f4><a href="https://info.online.nursing.georgetown.edu/requestinfo/index/?lsrc=nursinglicensemapprotostar&amp;l=advanced-practice-nursing&amp;utm_content=17e59e253fcd-program-wp-2712&amp;utm_id=program-card-ad&amp;utm_source=nursinglicensemapprotostar&amp;utm_medium=strategic_partnership&amp;utm_term=advanced-practice-nursing" target="_blank" rel="sponsored nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-external-link-icon="false" class="program-card-ad__cta" data-v-32e090f4><!--[-->Request more info from Georgetown University.<!--]--></a></div></div><!----></div></section><section class="program-card-ad-block" data-v-50e6d643 data-v-32e090f4><!----><div class="program-card-ad program-card-ad--sponsored" data-ad-program-external-id="program-wp-2702" data-sponsor-offer="0" data-v-32e090f4><div class="program-card-ad__layout" data-v-32e090f4><div class="program-card-ad__meta" data-v-32e090f4><p class="program-card-ad__institution-name" data-v-32e090f4>St. John Fisher University</p><div class="ad-disclaimer ad-disclaimer--inline program-card-ad__disclaimer" data-v-32e090f4 data-v-ec84c844><span class="iconify i-lucide:circle-alert ad-disclaimer__icon" aria-hidden="true" style="" data-v-ec84c844></span><span data-v-ec84c844>Ad</span></div></div><div class="program-card-ad__content" data-v-32e090f4><h3 class="program-card-ad__title" data-v-32e090f4>Master of Science in Nursing</h3><p class="program-card-ad__description" data-v-32e090f4>Earn an M.S. in Nursing online at the Wegmans School of Nursing. Bachelor’s in nursing and RN license-required. The online pathway combines live classes, 600 hours of clinical rotations, and on-campus immersions to prepare you to pursue NP licensure in one of four specialties: PCFNP, PMHNP, AGACNP, or AGPCNP.</p><!----><!----><ul class="program-card-ad__value-propositions" data-v-32e090f4><!--[--><li data-v-32e090f4><span class="iconify i-lucide:check program-card-ad__value-prop-icon" aria-hidden="true" style="" data-v-32e090f4></span><span data-v-32e090f4>Part-time and accelerated tracks available</span></li><li data-v-32e090f4><span class="iconify i-lucide:check program-card-ad__value-prop-icon" aria-hidden="true" style="" data-v-32e090f4></span><span data-v-32e090f4>Four program options: PCFNP, PMHNP, AGACNP, AGPCNP</span></li><!--]--></ul></div><div class="program-card-ad__sidebar" data-v-32e090f4><img src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/yulwkpt0/live/6df292cd6b7ef0f5a1718197b8d1e9404258480a-1760x746.png?w=300&amp;q=70&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=max" alt="St. John Fisher University" class="program-card-ad__logo" width="300" height="127" loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-v-32e090f4><a href="https://info.onlinenursing.sjf.edu/requestinfo/msn/?lsrc=nursinglicensemapprotostar&amp;l=advanced-practice-nursing&amp;utm_content=17e59e253fcd-program-wp-2702&amp;utm_id=program-card-ad&amp;utm_source=nursinglicensemapprotostar&amp;utm_medium=strategic_partnership&amp;utm_term=advanced-practice-nursing" target="_blank" rel="sponsored nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-external-link-icon="false" class="program-card-ad__cta" data-v-32e090f4><!--[-->Request more info from St. John Fisher University.<!--]--></a></div></div><!----></div></section><!--]--></div></section><!--]--><!--[--><!----><section class="timeline-block" _key="11fe7f4279f3" _type="timeline" staffoverlay="false" data-placement-key="11fe7f4279f3" data-placement-type="timeline" data-sanity="page:pageBuilder[_key==&quot;11fe7f4279f3&quot;]" data-v-4d65b14e data-v-042880a6><div class="timeline-block__inner" data-v-042880a6><div class="timeline-block__header" data-v-042880a6><!----><div class="block-title" data-v-042880a6 data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><span>How to Become an APRN</span><!--]--><!----></div></div><div class="timeline-block__grid--split timeline-block__grid" data-v-042880a6><div class="timeline-block__intro" data-v-042880a6><div class="timeline-block__description" data-v-042880a6 data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><p class="">There are multiple steps an individual must take in order to become an APRN, including education, certification, and licensure. Before pursuing an advanced nursing career, they must first have an RN license and experience working in the nursing profession.<br><br>If those prerequisites have been met, nurses who want to advance their careers must take the following steps before they can practice as an APRN:</p><!--]--><!----></div></div><div class="timeline-block__list" data-v-042880a6><!----><div data-orientation="vertical" data-slot="root" class="flex gap-1.5 flex-col timeline-block__timeline" data-v-042880a6><!--[--><div data-slot="item" class="group relative flex flex-1 gap-3" data-state="completed"><div data-slot="container" class="relative flex items-center gap-1.5 flex-col"><span data-slot="root" class="inline-flex items-center justify-center shrink-0 select-none rounded-full align-middle bg-elevated size-9 text-lg group-data-[state=completed]:text-inverted group-data-[state=active]:text-inverted text-muted group-data-[state=completed]:bg-primary group-data-[state=active]:bg-primary" style=""><span data-slot="indicator" class="timeline-block__number" data-v-042880a6>1</span></span><div data-orientation="vertical" aria-orientation="vertical" role="separator" data-slot="separator" class="flex-1 rounded-full bg-elevated w-0.5 group-data-[state=completed]:bg-primary"><!--[--><!--]--></div></div><div data-slot="wrapper" class="w-full mt-2 pb-7"><!--[--><!----><div data-slot="title" class="text-base font-semibold text-highlighted"><!--[--><span data-v-042880a6 data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><span><strong>Complete an advanced nursing degree.</strong></span><!--]--><!----></span><!--]--></div><div data-slot="description" class="text-muted text-sm text-wrap mt-1"><!--[--><div class="timeline-block__item-description" data-v-042880a6 data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><p class="">Individuals may choose to pursue a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program, depending on their career goals and specialization. Online options, such as <a href="https://nursinglicensemap.com/nursing-degrees/online-msn-programs/" class="underline transition-colors">online MSN programs</a>, are also available.</p><!--]--><!----></div><!--]--></div><!--]--></div></div><div data-slot="item" class="group relative flex flex-1 gap-3" data-state="completed"><div data-slot="container" class="relative flex items-center gap-1.5 flex-col"><span data-slot="root" class="inline-flex items-center justify-center shrink-0 select-none rounded-full align-middle bg-elevated size-9 text-lg group-data-[state=completed]:text-inverted group-data-[state=active]:text-inverted text-muted group-data-[state=completed]:bg-primary group-data-[state=active]:bg-primary" style=""><span data-slot="indicator" class="timeline-block__number" data-v-042880a6>2</span></span><div data-orientation="vertical" aria-orientation="vertical" role="separator" data-slot="separator" class="flex-1 rounded-full bg-elevated w-0.5 group-data-[state=completed]:bg-primary"><!--[--><!--]--></div></div><div data-slot="wrapper" class="w-full mt-2 pb-7"><!--[--><!----><div data-slot="title" class="text-base font-semibold text-highlighted"><!--[--><span data-v-042880a6 data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><span><strong>Complete clinical hours.</strong></span><!--]--><!----></span><!--]--></div><div data-slot="description" class="text-muted text-sm text-wrap mt-1"><!--[--><div class="timeline-block__item-description" data-v-042880a6 data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><p class="">Clinical practice experience allows students to apply new knowledge to their practice and gain professional competencies required to fulfill the role of an APRN, according to the <a href="https://www.aacnnursing.org/CCNE-Accreditation/Resources/FAQs/Clinical-Practice" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Clinical Practice Experiences FAQs</a>.</p><!--]--><!----></div><!--]--></div><!--]--></div></div><div data-slot="item" class="group relative flex flex-1 gap-3" data-state="completed"><div data-slot="container" class="relative flex items-center gap-1.5 flex-col"><span data-slot="root" class="inline-flex items-center justify-center shrink-0 select-none rounded-full align-middle bg-elevated size-9 text-lg group-data-[state=completed]:text-inverted group-data-[state=active]:text-inverted text-muted group-data-[state=completed]:bg-primary group-data-[state=active]:bg-primary" style=""><span data-slot="indicator" class="timeline-block__number" data-v-042880a6>
973</span></span><div data-orientation="vertical" aria-orientation="vertical" role="separator" data-slot="separator" class="flex-1 rounded-full bg-elevated w-0.5 group-data-[state=completed]:bg-primary"><!--[--><!--]--></div></div><div data-slot="wrapper" class="w-full mt-2 pb-7"><!--[--><!----><div data-slot="title" class="text-base font-semibold text-highlighted"><!--[--><span data-v-042880a6 data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><span><strong>Pass a national certification exam.</strong></span><!--]--><!----></span><!--]--></div><div data-slot="description" class="text-muted text-sm text-wrap mt-1"><!--[--><div class="timeline-block__item-description" data-v-042880a6 data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><p class="">There are multiple nationally accredited organizations that offer APRN certification. Nurses may choose which certification exam to take based on their area of specialization.</p><!--]--><!----></div><!--]--></div><!--]--></div></div><div data-slot="item" class="group relative flex flex-1 gap-3" data-state="active"><div data-slot="container" class="relative flex items-center gap-1.5 flex-col"><span data-slot="root" class="inline-flex items-center justify-center shrink-0 select-none rounded-full align-middle bg-elevated size-9 text-lg group-data-[state=completed]:text-inverted group-data-[state=active]:text-inverted text-muted group-data-[state=completed]:bg-primary group-data-[state=active]:bg-primary" style=""><span data-slot="indicator" class="timeline-block__number" data-v-042880a6>4</span></span><!----></div><div data-slot="wrapper" class="w-full mt-2 pb-7"><!--[--><!----><div data-slot="title" class="text-base font-semibold text-highlighted"><!--[--><span data-v-042880a6 data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><span><strong>Apply for licensure in their state of practice.</strong></span><!--]--><!----></span><!--]--></div><div data-slot="description" class="text-muted text-sm text-wrap mt-1"><!--[--><div class="timeline-block__item-description" data-v-042880a6 data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><p class="">In order to practice in your state, APRN graduates must pursue state licensure. Requirements for licensure may vary by the state in which an APRN intends to practice.</p><!--]--><!----></div><!--]--></div><!--]--></div></div><!--]--></div></div></div></div></section><!--]--><!--[--><!----><section class="page-section" _type="pageSection" staffoverlay="false" data-placement-key="606463a693f1" data-placement-type="page-section" data-sanity="page:pageBuilder[_key==&quot;606463a693f1&quot;]" data-v-4d65b14e data-v-a6d6226a><div class="page-section__content space-y-3" data-v-a6d6226a><div class="page-section__body prose max-w-none" data-v-a6d6226a><div data-v-a6d6226a data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><h2 id="h-advanced-practice-registered-nurse-aprn-degrees" class="">Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Degrees</h2><p class="">Although a master’s of nursing degree (MSN) is most commonly used for nurses pursuing a career as an APRN, some may choose to earn a <a href="https://nursinglicensemap.com/nursing-degrees/dnp-degree-programs/" class="underline transition-colors">Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).</a> In addition to the degree level an individual decides to pursue, one must also consider the area of specialization they are interested in. For example, if a nurse is interested in becoming an NP to work in women’s health, they may seek a degree program that focuses on that area of practice.</p><p class="">Examples of programs that focus on an area of specialty include:</p><ul><li><a href="/nursing-degrees/online-nurse-practitioner-programs/" class="underline transition-colors">Nurse Practitioner Programs</a></li><li><a href="/nursing-degrees/online-nurse-practitioner-programs/acnp/" class="underline transition-colors">Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Programs</a></li><li><a href="/nursing-degrees/online-nurse-practitioner-programs/online-nurse-midwife-programs/" class="underline transition-colors">Certified Nurse Midwife Programs</a></li><li><a href="/nursing-degrees/online-nurse-practitioner-programs/whnp/" class="underline transition-colors">Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Programs</a></li><li><a href="/nursing-degrees/online-nurse-practitioner-programs/fnp/" class="underline transition-colors">Family Nurse Practitioner Programs</a></li><li><a href="/nursing-degrees/online-nurse-practitioner-programs/psychiatric-mental-health-pmhnp/" class="underline transition-colors">Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Programs</a></li><li><a href="/nursing-degrees/online-nurse-practitioner-programs/neonatal-nurse-practitioner-nnp/" class="underline transition-colors">Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Programs</a></li></ul><h2 id="h-types-of-advanced-practice-registered-nursing-aprn-specialties" class="">Types of Advanced Practice Registered Nursing (APRN) Specialties</h2><p class="">The APRN workforce includes nurses who specialize in four areas: certified nurse midwives (CNM), certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNA), clinical nurse specialists (CNS) and nurse practitioners (NP).</p><ul><li><a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/certified-nurse-midwife-cnm/" class="underline transition-colors"><strong>Certified nurse midwives (CNMs)</strong></a> work with patients across their lifespan to provide gynecologic and primary health care; however, their main area of focus is reproductive health. CNMs have the skill set to care for women throughout their entire pregnancies, including prenatal, postpartum and childbirth care. They may also help care for newborns during the first weeks of life.</li><li>
97<a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/certified-registered-nurse-anesthetist-crna/" class="underline transition-colors"><strong>Certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs)</strong></a> are trained to administer anesthetics during surgery, assist with pain during childbirth and oversee conscious sedation. Depending on where they practice, CRNAs have varying levels of autonomy and may be required to work with a physician present.</li><li><a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/clinical-nurse-specialist-cns/" class="underline transition-colors"><strong>Clinical nurse specialists (CNSs)</strong></a> focus their work on an area of expertise, such as a patient population (e.g., adults) or a type of care (e.g., acute and critical care). CNSs utilize their knowledge base and skills to act as educators and consultants in the health care setting, helping to make decisions about patient care through evidence-based practice. CNSs may also provide recommendations on management of a hospital unit.</li><li><a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/nurse-practitioner/" class="underline transition-colors"><strong>Nurse practitioners (NPs)</strong></a> may focus in primary care or a specialty area such as women’s health. NPs provide direct patient care and have greater autonomy than RNs, including the ability to diagnose illnesses and prescribe medications.</li></ul><h3 class="">Nurse Practitioners Sub-Specializations</h3><p class="">Working as an APRN allows nurses to specialize in areas of care they are most passionate about. NPs in particular have a wide variety of options for sub-specialization, including:</p><ul><li><a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/nurse-practitioner/acute-care-acnp" class="underline transition-colors">Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP)</a></li><li><a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/nurse-practitioner/adult-gerontology-np/" class="underline transition-colors">Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP)</a></li><li><a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/nurse-practitioner/adult-gerontology-acute-care-np/" class="underline transition-colors">Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner—Acute (AGNP-AC)</a></li><li><a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/nurse-practitioner/adult-gerontology-primary-care-np/" class="underline transition-colors">Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner—Primary (AGNP-PC)</a></li><li><a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/nurse-practitioner/cardiac-nurse-practitioner/" class="underline transition-colors">Cardiac Nurse Practitioner</a></li><li><a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/nurse-practitioner/family-nurse-practitioner/" class="underline transition-colors">Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)</a></li><li><a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/nurse-practitioner/neonatal-nurse-practitioner-nnp/" class="underline transition-colors">Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)</a></li><li><a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/nurse-practitioner/oncology-nurse-practitioner/" class="underline transition-colors">Oncology Nurse Practitioner</a></li><li><a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/nurse-practitioner/orthopaedic-nurse-practitioner-onp/" class="underline transition-colors">Orthopaedic Nurse Practitioner</a></li><li><a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/nurse-practitioner/pediatric-nurse-practitioner-acute-care/" class="underline transition-colors">Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (PNP-AC)</a></li><li><a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/nurse-practitioner/pediatric-nurse-practitioner-pnp/" class="underline transition-colors">Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP)</a></li><li><a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/nurse-practitioner/psychiatric-and-mental-health-nurse-practitioner-pmhnp/" class="underline transition-colors">Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)</a></li><li><a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/nurse-practitioner/womens-health-nurse-practitioner-whnp/" class="underline transition-colors">Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP)</a></li></ul><h2 id="h-what-to-expect-as-an-aprn" class="">What to Expect as an APRN</h2><p class="">According to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing <a href="https://www.ncsbn.org/aprn.htm#def" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">“advanced practice registered nurses (APRN) are a vital part of the health system of the United States.”</a> Their expertise and increased autonomy allow them to serve patients and provide additional support to their team in the workplace.</p><h3 class="">Requirements</h3><p class="">There are multiple requirements an individual must meet in order to become an APRN. First, an aspiring APRN must have an RN license and experience working as an RN prior to taking next steps. Nurses should also attend additional schooling to complete at least a<a href="/nursing-degrees/masters-in-nursing/" class="underline transition-colors"> master’s of nursing degree (MSN).</a> Following the completion of an APRN degree program, individuals must pass a certification exam from an accredited national organization, such as the<a href="https://www.nursingworld.org/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link"> American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)</a> before they can begin their practice as an APRN. The accreditation organization through which an individual chooses to earn certification may depend on the area of specialization.</p><h3 class="">Curriculum</h3><p class="">Nurses enrolled in APRN programs are expected to participate in both classroom education and clinical experience. Curriculum requirements will vary depending on the APRN program and the specialty a nursing student is pursuing. The rigorous coursew
97ork required of APRN students generally includes coursework in:</p><ul><li>Pharmacology</li><li>Advanced health assessment</li><li>Pathophysiology</li></ul><p class="">Additionally, students can expect other coursework related to the APRN role they are pursuing. For example, the course list for an individual studying to become a certified nurse-midwife will differ from that of a student in a program for certified registered nurse anesthetists.</p><h2 id="h-role-and-scope-of-practice" class="">Role and Scope of Practice</h2><h3 id="h-advanced-practice-registered-nurse-role" class="">Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Role</h3><p class="">APRNs play an important role in the health care system. <strong>Broadly speaking, <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/nurse-anesthetists-nurse-midwives-and-nurse-practitioners.htm#tab-2" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">the role of an APRN may include coordinating patient care</a> and providing primary or specialty health care, according to the BLS.</strong> This can include tasks ranging from recording patients’ medical histories to ordering diagnostic tests and writing prescriptions.</p><p class=""><a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/registered-nurses.htm#tab-2" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">Clinical nurse specialists (CNSs) </a>also perform educational and leadership duties by serving as consultants to medical staff to improve patient care.</p><h3 id="h-advanced-practice-registered-nurse-scope-of-practice" class="">Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Scope of Practice</h3><p class="">Depending on their role and the state they work in, an <a href="https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/aprn/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">APRN’s scope of practice</a> may vary.</p><p class="">An APRN’s scope of practice may include:</p><ul><li>Evaluating and identifying a patient’s need for care</li><li>Ordering diagnostic tests</li><li>Prescribing medications</li><li>Referring patients for further care</li></ul><p class=""><strong>APRNs&#39; roles vary depending on specialty, so each APRN&#39;s role may differ. CNMs may focus on gynecological care, while nurse practitioners may specialize in acute care for children.</strong></p><h2 id="h-aprn-certification" class="">APRN Certification</h2><p class="">To become licensed as an APRN, nurses are required by most states to pass a national certification exam upon completing their master’s degree. There are multiple organizations that offer certification exams in various specialties.</p><ul><li>The <a href="http://www.nbcrna.com/Pages/default.aspx" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists</a> (NBCRNA) offers the National Certification Examination (NCE) for certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs).</li><li>The <a href="https://www.amcbmidwife.org/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">American Midwifery Certification Board</a> is the “gold standard” for certified nurse-midwives (CNMs).</li><li>There are multiple certifications for those who want to<a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/nurse-practitioner/" class="underline transition-colors"> become a nurse practitioner</a> to choose from based on what is required of their specific role. Organizations providing NP certifications include:<ul><li><a href="https://www.aanpcert.org/index" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nursingworld.org/ancc/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)</a></li><li><a href="http://www.pncb.org/ptistore/control/index" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">
97Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB)</a></li></ul></li></ul><h3 id="h-aprn-salaries" class="">APRN Salaries</h3><p class="">The BLS reports that the <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/nurse-anesthetists-nurse-midwives-and-nurse-practitioners.htm#tab-5" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">average salary for certified nurse anesthetists, certified nurse midwives, and nurse practitioners</a> was $132,050 in May 2024. Wages vary across APRN roles, with certified nurse anesthetists earning the highest median salary.</p><!--]--><!----></div></div><!----><!----><!----></div><!----></section><!--]--><!--[--><!----><div class="ad-network-embed" data-ad-network-embed="1" data-network="esyoh" data-embed-type="listings" data-placement-key="adEsyohMid" data-placement-type="ad-network-embed" _type="adNetworkEmbed" heading="Featured Online Advanced Nurse Programs Enrolling" staffoverlay="false" data-sanity="page:pageBuilder[_key==&quot;adEsyohMid&quot;]" data-v-4d65b14e data-v-a4a0a9cf><div class="ad-network-embed__skeleton" style="min-height:250px;" data-v-a4a0a9cf><div class="ad-network-embed__skeleton-bars" data-v-a4a0a9cf><div class="ad-network-embed__skeleton-bar ad-network-embed__skeleton-bar--title" data-v-a4a0a9cf></div><div class="ad-network-embed__skeleton-bar ad-network-embed__skeleton-bar--text" data-v-a4a0a9cf></div><div class="ad-network-embed__skeleton-bar ad-network-embed__skeleton-bar--text ad-network-embed__skeleton-bar--short" data-v-a4a0a9cf></div></div><!----></div>
97<div class="ad-network-embed__anchor--hidden ad-network-embed__anchor" data-v-a4a0a9cf></div><!----></div><!--]--><!--[--><!----><section class="data-table-block" _key="3c746e57247d" _type="dataTable" staffoverlay="false" data-placement-key="3c746e57247d" data-placement-type="data-table" data-sanity="page:pageBuilder[_key==&quot;3c746e57247d&quot;]" data-v-4d65b14e data-v-92aa907a><!----><div class="data-table-block__wrapper" data-v-92aa907a><table class="data-table-block__table" data-v-92aa907a><thead data-v-92aa907a><tr data-v-92aa907a><!--[--><th style="" data-v-92aa907a><div data-v-92aa907a data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><p class=""><strong>Occupation</strong></p><!--]--><!----></div></th><th style="" data-v-92aa907a><div data-v-92aa907a data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><p class=""><strong>Median Salary</strong></p><!--]--><!----></div></th><!--]--></tr></thead><tbody data-v-92aa907a><!--[--><tr data-v-92aa907a><!--[--><td style="" data-v-92aa907a><div data-v-92aa907a data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><p class="">Nurse Anesthetists</p><!--]--><!----></div></td><td style="" data-v-92aa907a><div data-v-92aa907a data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><p class="">$223,210</p><!--]--><!----></div></td><!--]--></tr><tr data-v-92aa907a><!--[--><td style="" data-v-92aa907a><div data-v-92aa907a data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><p class="">Nurse Practitioners</p><!--]--><!----></div></td><td style="" data-v-92aa907a><div data-v-92aa907a data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><p class="">$129,210</p><!--]--><!----></div></td><!--]--></tr><tr data-v-92aa907a><!--[--><td style="" data-v-92aa907a><div data-v-92aa907a data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><p class="">Nurse Midwives</p><!--]--><!----></div></td><td style="" data-v-92aa907a><div data-v-92aa907a data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><p class="">$128,210</p><!--]--><!----></div></td><!--]--></tr><!--]--></tbody></table></div></section><!--]--><!--[--><!----><section class="page-section" _type="pageSection" staffoverlay="false" data-placement-key="f23015af5314" data-placement-type="page-section" data-sanity="page:pageBuilder[_key==&quot;f23015af5314&quot;]" data-v-4d65b14e data-v-a6d6226a><div class="page-section__content space-y-3" data-v-a6d6226a><div class="page-section__body prose max-w-none" data-v-a6d6226a><div data-v-a6d6226a data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><h2 id="h-aprn-resources" class="">APRN Resources</h2><p class="">While all APRN roles have their similarities, it is also important to learn more about the specifics of the specialty area an individual is interested in pursuing. The following professional organizations provide professional information and resources that can be helpful to aspiring APRNs and professionals currently working in the field.</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.aanp.org/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">American Association of Nurse Practitioners</a></li><li><a href="https://www.gapna.org/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association</a></li><li><a href="https://www.npwh.org/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health</a></li><li><a href="https://www.napnap.org/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners</a></li><li><a href="https://www.aaenp-natl.org/index.php?bypassCookie=1" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">American Academy of Emergency Nurse Practitioners</a></li><li><a href="https://www.midwife.org/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">American College of Nurse-Midwives</a></li><li><a href="https://www.aana.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">American Association of Nurse Anesthetists</a></li></ul><!--]--><!----></div></div><!----><!----><!----></div><!----></section><!--]--><!--[--><!----><section _key="272283645623" _type="faq" accordiontype="faq" staffoverlay="false" data-placement-key="272283645623" data-placement-type="faq" data-sanity="page:pageBuilder[_key==&quot;272283645623&quot;]" data-v-4d65b14e><section class="accordion-block" data-v-3adcb62c><div class="accordion-header" data-v-3adcb62c><div class="accordion-heading-group" data-v-3adcb62c><!----><h2 class="accordion-title accordion-title--level-2" data-v-3adcb62c data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><span>APRN FAQs</span><!--]--><!----></h2></div><div class="accordion-controls" data-v-3adcb62c><button type="button" class="accordion-expand-all" data-v-3adcb62c>Expand all</button></div></div><div class="accordion-items" data-v-3adcb62c><!--[--><div class="is-open accordion-item" data-v-3adcb62c><button type="button" class="accordion-trigger" aria-expanded="true" data-v-3adcb62c><span data-v-3adcb62c>What is an APRN-BC?</span><span class="accordion-icon" data-v-3adcb62c>−</span></button><div class="accordion-content" style="" data-v-3adcb62c><!--[--><div class="accordion-body prose prose-sm max-w-none" data-v-3adcb62c><div data-v-3adcb62c data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><p class="">The designation of BC stands for “board certified.” This may mean that an APRN has completed a certification process to be recognized as a professional in that particular advanced nursing field, such as <a href="/advanced-practice-nursing/nurse-practitioner/family-nurse-practitioner/" class="underline transition-colors">FNP-BC for Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner</a>.</p><!--]--><!----></div></div><!--]--></div></div><div class="accordion-item" data-v-3adcb62c><button type="button" class="accordion-trigger" aria-expanded="false" data-v-3adcb62c><span data-v-3adcb62c>Is an APRN considered a doctor?</span><span class="accordion-icon" data-v-3adcb62c>+</span></button><div class="accordion-content" style="display:none;" data-v-3adcb62c><!--[--><div class="accordion-body prose prose-sm max-w-none" data-v-3adcb62c><div data-v-3adcb62c data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><p class="">While APRNs work in tandem with doctors to provide quality patient care, their roles differ. While some APRNs provide primary medical care, they may be required by their state to do so in collaboration with a licensed physician.<br>However, <a href="https://www.aanp.org/about/all-about-nps/whats-a-nurse-practitioner" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">APRNs are permitted to complete some tasks that may otherwise be handled by a doctor,</a> such as providing primary care, ordering diagnostic tests, prescribing medication and managing a patient’s overall care.</p><!--]--><!----></div></div><!--]--></div></div><div class="accordion-item" data-v-3adcb62c><button type="button" class="accordion-trigger" aria-expanded="false" data-v-3adcb62c><span data-v-3adcb62c>Can an APRN write prescriptions?</span><span class="accordion-icon" data-v-3adcb62c>+</span></button><div class="accordion-content" style="display:none;" data-v-3adcb62c><!--[--><div class="accordion-body prose prose-sm max-w-none" data-v-3adcb62c><div data-v-3adcb62c data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><p class="">While the level of autonomy may vary depending on the type or specialty, <a href="https://www.ncsbn.org/aprn.htm" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">APRNs are generally permitted to prescribe some medication</a> and other treatments to patients. An APRN’s ability to manage patients’ prescriptions can also depen
97d on other factors. For example, <a href="/resources/nurse-practitioner-prescriptive-authority/" class="underline transition-colors">nurse practitioners’ prescriptive authority</a> for certain medications may vary by state.</p><!--]--><!----></div></div><!--]--></div></div><div class="accordion-item" data-v-3adcb62c><button type="button" class="accordion-trigger" aria-expanded="false" data-v-3adcb62c><span data-v-3adcb62c>What is an APRN license?</span><span class="accordion-icon" data-v-3adcb62c>+</span></button><div class="accordion-content" style="display:none;" data-v-3adcb62c><!--[--><div class="accordion-body prose prose-sm max-w-none" data-v-3adcb62c><div data-v-3adcb62c data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><p class="">To practice as an APRN in a given state, individuals must be licensed, generally by the state Board of Nursing. Requirements for <a href="https://nursinglicensemap.com/states/" class="underline transition-colors">nursing licensure</a> vary by state, so it is important for aspiring APRNs to research the standards needed to obtain and renew a license.</p><!--]--><!----></div></div><!--]--></div></div><div class="accordion-item" data-v-3adcb62c><button type="button" class="accordion-trigger" aria-expanded="false" data-v-3adcb62c><span data-v-3adcb62c>What is the difference between an APRN vs. NP (ARNP)?</span><span class="accordion-icon" data-v-3adcb62c>+</span></button><div class="accordion-content" style="display:none;" data-v-3adcb62c><!--[--><div class="accordion-body prose prose-sm max-w-none" data-v-3adcb62c><div data-v-3adcb62c data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><p class="">APRN is a term that applies to several advanced nursing roles, including nurse practitioners (NPs). ARNP is an abbreviation for advanced registered nurse practitioner. Some nursing boards still refer to their graduate nurses as ARNPs, but they typically have the same roles and responsibilities as their APRN colleagues.</p><!--]--><!----></div></div><!--]--></div></div><div class="accordion-item" data-v-3adcb62c><button type="button" class="accordion-trigger" aria-expanded="false" data-v-3adcb62c><span data-v-3adcb62c>What is the difference between an APRN vs. physician assistant (PA)?</span><span class="accordion-icon" data-v-3adcb62c>+</span></button><div class="accordion-content" style="display:none;" data-v-3adcb62c><!--[--><div class="accordion-body prose prose-sm max-w-none" data-v-3adcb62c><div data-v-3adcb62c data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><p class="">APRNs and PAs both receive a master’s level education in health care. The two careers are certified by different organizations, but both require a certification exam. APRN education may focus on a patient-centered approach, while PA education may focus on a medical model in a particular area of medicine rather than a population.</p><!--]--><!----></div></div><!--]--></div></div><div class="accordion-item" data-v-3adcb62c><button type="button" class="accordion-trigger" aria-expanded="false" data-v-3adcb62c><span data-v-3adcb62c>Which states allow APRNs to work independently?</span><span class="accordion-icon" data-v-3adcb62c>+</span></button><div class="accordion-content" style="display:none;" data-v-3adcb62c><!--[--><div class="accordion-body prose prose-sm max-w-none" data-v-3adcb62c><div data-v-3adcb62c data-v-ebab1bf7><!--[--><p class="">The level of autonomy for APRNs depends on their specific role. According to the AANP, <a href="https://www.aanp.org/advocacy/state/state-practice-environment" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="underline transition-colors external-link">26 states and the District of Columbia have approved “full practice” status for NPs,</a> allowing them to work independently.</p><!--]--><!----></div></div><!--]--></div></div><!--]--></div></section>
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