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NOTE: CGFNS does not accept the at-home versions of English Language Proficiency exams.

Washington State Licensure & Registration Info

The Washington Board of Nursing licenses registered nurses and practical nurses. Nurses planning to work in Washington must apply to the Board of Nursing for licensure. Washington is not a Nurse Licensure Compact state.

Select license type you’re applying for:

Registered Nurse - Initial Licensure

Service(s) Required

Credentials Evaluation Service Professional Report®

English Language Proficiency Exam Results

Exam scores not required to be resubmitted to CGFNS for CP Verification Letter.

Exam scores are not required to be submitted to CGFNS for CES.

Notes

Registered Nurse - Endorsement

Service(s) Required

Credentials Evaluation Service Professional Report®

English Language Proficiency Exam Results

Exam scores are not required to be submitted to CGFNS for CES.

Notes

Licensed Practical Nurse - Initial Licensure

Service(s) Required

Credentials Evaluation Service Professional Report®

English Language Proficiency Exam Results

Exam scores are not required to be submitted to CGFNS for CES.

Notes

Licensed Practical Nurse - Endorsement

Service(s) Required

Credentials Evaluation Service Professional Report®

English Language Proficiency Exam Results

Not Required

Notes