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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-.
A Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a registered nurse (RN) with advanced training in diagnosing and treating illness. Nurse Practitioners prescribe medications, treat illness, and administer physical exams. NPs differ from physicians in that they focus on prevention, wellness, and education.