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Nurse Practitioners License in Colorado

Quick Answer

To obtain a Nurse Practitioners in Colorado, review the requirements from Department of Regulatory Agencies~Division of Professions & Occupations~Board of Nursing.

Requirements

Nurse Practitioners license in Colorado

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Education
Degree required
Exam
State exam required
Continuing Education
Continuing education required to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
Military and spouses are exempt from licensure requirements

Licensing Agency

Department of Regulatory Agencies~Division of Professions & Occupations~Board of Nursing

Website 3038947800 Email

Nurse Practitioners Salary in Colorado

Entry Level

$83,060

Median

$129,750

Experienced

$165,970

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Nurse Practitioners in Colorado.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    Degree required

  2. 2

    Pass the Required Exam

    State exam required

  3. 3

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  4. 4

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 14, 2026.

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