Upon successful completion of the program, students will be eligible to apply for the National Council Licensure Examination to be licensed. The Missouri State Board of Nursing reserves the right to refuse licensure to individuals as outlined in Section 335.066 of the Missouri Nurse Practice Act (1-14). Applicants for licensure must be at least 18 years of age and have endorsement from the school. Successful completion of the program does not guarantee eligibility to take the licensure exam. The State Board of Nursing requires a FBI background check with fingerprints before applicants can sit for the licensure examination.