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PAs are licensed by the state. medical licensing board, the PA-specific component of the. medical board, or a separate PA board. 11 All states and the. District of Columbia require PAs to pass the Physician. Assistant National Certification Examination adminis-.
Nurse Practioner Education & Training. A nurse practitioner (NP) is a registered nurse (RN) who has completed advanced education (a minimum of a master's degree) and training in the diagnosis and management of common medical conditions, including chronic illnesses.Nurse practitioners provide a broad range of health care services. nurse practitioner's duties include the following: 1  Collaborating with physicians and other health professionals as needed, including providing referrals. 2  Counseling and educating patients on health behaviors, self-care skills and treatment options. 3  Diagnosing and treating acute illnesses, infections and injuries.