Arizona § 32-1633 - Examination of registered nurses
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 32-1633 — Examination of registered nurses, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 32-1633. Examination of registered nurses
A. An applicant shall pass an examination in subjects relating to the duties and services of a registered nurse taught in an approved registered nursing program as the board determines.
B. If an applicant successfully passes the examination and meets the other requirements established pursuant to this chapter, the board shall issue a license to practice registered nursing to the applicant.
C. If an applicant fails to pass the examination prescribed in subsection A within two years after completing the nursing program, the board may require the applicant to complete additional educational requirements as prescribed by the board by rule.
D. If on review of credible evidence the board believes that the security of a licensure examination has been compromised and that the credibility of examination results is in question, the board may require retesting of applicants.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 32-1633
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 32-1633 cover?
Section 32-1633 ("Examination of registered nurses") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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