State Practice Guides

California Practice Guide

NP, PA, and CRNA practice authority and regulations for California

Practice Authority Overview

NP Practice Authority
full
PA Supervision
supervisory
CRNA Independence
Supervision Required

Prescriptive Authority

Full with 103 transition-to-practice requirement

Transition to Practice

3 years or 4,600 hours

Collaborative Agreement Required

No

Key Facts for APPs in California

  • Full practice authority effective 2023 (AB 890)
  • 103 transition-to-practice required for new NPs
  • Large FQHC presence with loan repayment opportunities

Licensing Information

Licensing Board

California Board of Registered Nursing

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This information is provided for general guidance only. Regulations change frequently. Always verify current requirements with the California Board of Registered Nursing.