Getting licensed as a CRNA in District of Columbia
- RN license. Hold an active RN license that covers District of Columbia, which means a District of Columbia RN license. Moving from another state? See licensure by endorsement.
- NBCRNA certification. Pass the National Certification Examination after graduating from an accredited program, then keep it current.
- APRN license. Apply to the District of Columbia Board of Nursing for advanced practice recognition as a CRNA (the exact title and process vary by state). The Nurse Licensure Compact does not cover APRN authority.
- Prescriptive and controlled substance authority where your role needs it, including a DEA registration. See APRN credentialing.
Processing times and requirements change, so check the board's website before you apply. Some states offer a temporary permit while your application is processed.
More for District of Columbia
- CRNA salary in District of Columbia
- CRNA schools in District of Columbia
- Nurse Licensure Compact states
Board details from NCSBN and the board's website; compact status from nursecompact.com; opt-out from AANA. Checked October 2026. Not legal advice.