It depends on which country you a looking at being a nurse.
In the UK nurses undertake at least three years of study and practical experience at degree or diploma level before they qualify,...
A professional nurse has completed all coursework required before sitting for the State Boards. A passing score must be obtained on the Boards to become licensed in the State in which the Boards were...
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