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Entry-level Competencies for Nurse Practitioners

Purpose

December 2023

The entry-level competencies (ELCs) for nurse practitioners (NPs) reflect the foundational 
knowledge, skills and judgement required of NPs to provide safe, competent, ethical and 
compassionate care. While NPs’ roles and responsibilities may vary by context and CLIENT1
population, this document outlines the competencies that all NPs must possess to be 
competent when they begin practice.

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