Section: Graduation, FNP Certification and Licensure | Resources for Nursing Students- MSN |

General

Welcome to Marian University MSN Program!

We are excited that you are a member of our nursing team! On this page you will find resources to help navigate your progression through the program.

Please be sure to read all modules and information provided to you.

All efforts are made to keep this information up to date.

If you find information that is inaccurate, out of date, or links that do not work, please email nursing@marianuniversity.edu to report the problem.

Important Dates and Details

Subject to change - review frequently

Updated 9/4/2025 (addition of Medical College of Wisconsin)

Key:

PRF = Preceptor Request Form

^a= employees only

^b = do not reach out directly to a preceptor

^c = resume & cover letter required

FALL SEMESTER PRACTICUM PLANNING

PRF Due Date	Agency
February 15	Ascension	Aspirus^ab	Advocate Aurora^bcLimited practicum experience available, $500/semester fee. Contact Marian's Clinical Placement Coordinator to discuss.
March 15	Prevea^bc	Fort Health Care	Primary Care Associates of Appleton^b	Gunderson Health System^bc
April 1	Froedtert^abc	Thedacare^ab	Marshfield Clinic^b	Medical College of Wisconsin^bc	Any other agencies not specifically listed
April 15	SSM	UW Health^bc	Bellin Health^a
May 15	Children's Wisconsin^c

SPRING SEMESTER PRACTICUM PLANNING

PRF Due Date	Agency
July 15	Prevea^bc	Gunderson Health System^bc
August 15	Thedacare^ab	Primary Care Associates of Appleton^b	Aspirus^ab	Fort Health Care
September 1	SSM	Froedtert^abc	Ascension	Marshfield Clinic^b	Medical College of Wisconsin^bc
September 15	UW Health^bc	Bellin Health^a	Any other agencies not specifically listed
October 15	Children's Wisconsin^c	Advocate Aurora^{bc Limited practicum experience available, $500/semester fee. Contact Marian's Clinical Placement Coordinator to discuss.}

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Graduation, FNP Certification and Licensure

Graduation, FNP Certification and Licensure

The information on this page is accurate to the best of the Nursing Department's knowledge. Requirements and procedures are subject to change at any time. If you discover information that is out of date, missing, or links that no longer work, please email clinicalpaperwork@marianuniversity.edu so the information may be corrected.

The most reliable information will come directly from the organizations or agencies involved in the credentialing process. Be sure to carefully review all websites, application forms, and instructions.

Last update: 10/31/2024
- Select activity Step 1: Determine which exam you are going to take...
  Step 1: Determine which exam you are going to take and apply for the exam:
  American Nurses Credentialing Center - ANCC
  Process may be started no more than 1 month prior to the program completion date.
  (Fee as of 10/31/2024 is up to $395. Discounts may be applied for professional membership affiliations.)
  American Academy of Nurse Practitioners - AANP
  Process may be started no more than 6 months prior to the program completion date.
  (Fee as of 10/31/2024 is up to $365. Discounts may be applied for online application and for professional membership affiliations.)
  Not sure which one is right for you? Here are some blog posts that may help you decide:
  SM NP Reviews
  NP Hub
  Questions about the process or the details? Reference the FAQ page for each agency for the most accurate and up to date information:
  ANCC
  AANP
- Select activity Step 2: Submit Education Verification Documents (a...
  
  Step 2: Submit Education Verification Documents (after graduation)
  Submit a request via Sabre Net (redirect to Parchment) for your official transcript to be sent to the national certifying body of your choice (ANCC or AANP). This does not happen automatically and is only initiated by you.
  ANCC - Validation of APRN Form - Complete the form, which has been started for you and is attached below. Follow the instructions on the form for submission.
  AANP - please let clinicalpaperwork@marianuniversity.edu know if there is a downloadable form. We couldn't find one on the website.
- Select activity ANCC Validation of Education Form
  
  ANCC Validation of Education Form File
- Select activity Step 3: Apply for your Wisconsin LicenseTo start y...
  
  Step 3: Apply for your Wisconsin License
  To start your Wisconsin licensure application (early or after graduation) and find ALL the information you need to complete in order to get licensed visit the Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber page on the Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) website.
  Review the Credentialing Information for Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber Certification Applicants and follow all steps.
  (Fee as of 10/31/2024 $57.)
  Form 2367 Certification of Master's Degree will be sent to you via Adobe Sign within 7 days of graduation. The email from Adobe Sign will have a sender's name of, "Marian University Nursing via Adobe Acrobat Sign <adobesign@adobesign.com", with a subject line of, "Marian University Nursing requests your signature on [document title]".
  You must have your 10-digit PAR number from the LicensE site to complete the form. You receive the PAR number by starting the application for licensure and paying the fee to DSPS. Do not submit form 2367 without entering the PAR number in the "application number" field.
  Once you complete your portion of the form, it will automatically be sent to the Graduate Program Director for signature. The Graduate Program Director will finalize the form and submit it to DSPS on your behalf. DSPS will reject this form if it is received from you. Adobe Sign will send you a copy of the completed form for your records.
- Select activity Step 4: Apply for Drug Enforcement Administration ...
  
  Step 4: Apply for Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
  Your DEA number allows you to write prescriptions for controlled substances.
  Do not start this step until you have passed your AANP or ANCC exam and received your license from the State of Wisconsin.
  You will need to complete DEA form 224 (mid level practitioner).
  (Fee as of 10/30/2024 is $888/3 years.)
- Select activity Step 5: Apply for your National Provider Identific...
  
  Step 5: Apply for your National Provider Identification (NPI)
  Your NPI number allows you to submit bills/claims to insurance companies for the services you provide.
  First you need to make an account with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) under the Identity and Access Management System. Once the account is created you will use the same login information for the NPI website.