La. Stat. tit. 37 § 970

Current with operative changes from the 2024 Third Special Legislative Session

Section 37:970 - Qualifications of applicants

An applicant for a license to practice as a practical nurse shall:

(1) Be of good moral character.

(2) Be a permanent resident or citizen of the United States.

(3) Satisfy either of the following requirements:

(a) Successfully complete an education program for practical nurses at a program approved by the board.

(b) Successfully complete an education program for registered nurses at a program approved by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.

La. R.S. § 37:970

Amended by Acts 1954, No. 315, §2; Acts 1968, No. 80, §1; Acts 2010, No. 553, §1; Acts 2023, No. 80, §1.

Amended by Acts 2023, No. 80,s. 1, eff. 8/1/2023.

Amended by Acts 1954, No. 315, §2; Acts 1968, No. 80, §1; Acts 2010, No. 553, §1.