About Us

At California NP, we’re dedicated to supporting the next generation of nurse practitioners who will transform healthcare across California. We believe that proper education and clinical training are the foundations of excellence in advanced nursing practice. With the healthcare field encompassing everything from primary care and mental health to specialized pediatric and acute care services, navigating educational options can be challenging. We’ve created this platform to simplify that journey, providing clear, comprehensive information that helps aspiring nurse practitioners find their optimal educational path and build successful careers in California’s evolving healthcare landscape.

What We Do

Our website provides essential resources across several key areas for those interested in nurse practitioner careers:

Program Information

We’ve researched nursing program requirements and certification pathways, translating complex state regulations and accreditation standards into accessible guides. California’s Board of Registered Nursing and national certification bodies often present information in technical language—we break down the requirements for various NP specializations, from Family Nurse Practitioner to Psychiatric Mental Health credentials, into clear, actionable steps.

Nurse Practitioner Education Options

The path to an NP career involves specific educational credentials tailored to your chosen specialty. Whether you’re interested in family practice, mental health, pediatrics, women’s health, or acute care, we provide detailed information on degree programs and clinical training options that align with California’s practice authority requirements and employer expectations.

Healthcare Specializations

Nursing offers diverse advanced practice paths based on your interests and clinical aptitudes. Our detailed career guides cover numerous NP specialties—from Family Nurse Practitioners and Psychiatric Mental Health specialists to Pediatric NPs and Acute Care practitioners—helping you identify the role that best matches your professional goals and California’s healthcare needs.

Financial Aid Information

Nurse practitioner education represents a significant investment, particularly programs with extensive clinical requirements. Many scholarships and financial aid options specifically target advanced practice nursing students. Our financial aid section features NP-specific scholarships, healthcare system sponsorships, loan forgiveness programs for underserved areas, and specialized funding options for nursing education.

The Team Behind California NP

Emily Gordon

Emily is the Editor at California NP. Her role includes serving educational and informational content about becoming a nurse practitioner in California. With extensive experience developing educational content across healthcare fields, Emily brings together nursing experts and higher education specialists to make sure the public understands complex career paths like advanced nursing practice. She also develops resources for aspiring nurses, nursing students and colleges to help them enhance their career. 

Ray Martin

Ray Martin is in charge of community connections and outreach, making sure that the information on California NP can reach schools, prospective nurses, guidance counselors nad anyone looking to further their career in nursing. Coming from a family of nurses, Ray has a distinct passion for this profession that helps him find the best programs and partnerships for future NPs in the great state of California.

Experts

Kim Gilbert, FNP