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To become an RNFA, the aspirant should finish a 4 year RNFA program from an accredited school. He must be licensed by the State Licensing Board and acquire certification in peri-operative nursing (CPN). He must take part in continuing training and education programs to enhance his skills and competencies.
Prospective U.S. nurses must also pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) to be eligible for a Registered Nurse (RN) license. Undergraduate Coursework. The education of a nurse takes as long as any undergraduate education: around 2 to 4 years.An aspiring RN may earn a hospital nursing diploma or an associate, bachelor, master, or even doctoral degree.N Licensure. Students must submit an application for a license to the state before they can take the NCLEX-RN. They will then take the exam as a step in the state licensing process. There will be an application deadline by which students must apply with their stateâs Board of Nursing.