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NURSE PRACTITIONER (CNP) LICENSE License in Massachusetts

Quick Answer

To obtain a NURSE PRACTITIONER (CNP) LICENSE in Massachusetts, review the requirements from Board of Registration in Nursing.

Background Check
Required

Requirements

NURSE PRACTITIONER (CNP) LICENSE license in Massachusetts

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Education
Degree required
Exam
Third-party exam required
Background Check
No criminal record prohibitions
Continuing Education
Continuing education required to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
N/A - Not displayed

Licensing Agency

Board of Registration in Nursing

NURSE PRACTITIONER (CNP) LICENSE Salary in Massachusetts

Entry Level

$102,400

Median

$138,890

Experienced

$205,230

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 PRACTITIONER (CNP) LICENSE in Massachusetts.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    Degree required

  2. 2

    Submit Background Check

    No criminal record prohibitions

  3. 3

    Pass the Required Exam

    Third-party exam required

  4. 4

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  5. 5

    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.