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of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

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    Local, state, and federal government websites often end in .gov. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania government websites and email systems use "pennsylvania.gov" or "pa.gov" at the end of the address. Before sharing sensitive or personal information, make sure you're on an official state website. 

    Applications, renewals, and other requests will be completed on the PA Licensing System (PALS)..

    You may also request duplicate licenses, changes to your name, and changes to your address on the PA Licensing System (PALS)..

    Online Verification of Licensure Request

    You can request a verification/certification of license online at www.pals.pa.gov.  To request that the Board electronically send a Verification of License with History to another state licensing agency, login with your User ID and Password and locate the “Professional License Details” section on your dashboard.  Find “Verification/Certification” in the dropdown request selection with the license associated with the verification/certification you wish to order.  All verification requests are processed through our secure online system.  Please do not send a paper request to the Board office. Paper forms/requests will be returned to the sender.

    Additional Resources & Documents

    Number of Active Licensees (PDF)

    Social Security Waiver Form (PDF)

    Social Security Number Attestation (PDF)

    Mandatory Reporting of Crimes and Disciplinary Actions by Licensees (PDF)

    Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Continuing Education Providers

    Opioid Prescribing Guidelines

     

    Frequently Asked Questions

    FAQs on Continuing Education for Registered Nurses (PDF)

    FAQs Related to LPN IV Therapy Regulations (PDF)

     

    eppiccNurse Transition to PALS (CRNP)