(a) An institution desiring to conduct a nursing education program to prepare professional, advanced practice, nurse practitioner, practical, and psychiatric technician nurses shall apply to the Arkansas State Board of Nursing and submit evidence that: (1) It is prepared to carry out a program in professional nursing education, advanced practice nursing education, nurse practitioner nursing […]
(a) As used in this section: (1) “Challenge examination” means a test designed to determine the level of knowledge of the person being tested in the subject area of the test. Challenge examinations may cover any area of academic pursuit; and (2) “Validation examination” means an evaluation of prior knowledge, experience, or skills. Validation examinations […]
Upon request, the Arkansas State Board of Nursing shall provide assistance to publicly supported institutions of higher education in implementing programs offered under § 6-60-212.
