The Basic Assumptions
The Basic Assumptions
A Simple Guide to Starting a Private Mental Health Practice
The Ten Steps to Private Practice Nirvana
The Ten Steps to Private Practice Nirvana
This course assumes you have completed all of the eligibility requirements to practice independently. See the list below.
Graduate from an accredited medical school (i.e., obtain a medical school diploma)
Apply for and receive a medical license (MD) in the state you want to practice medicine (for Osteopathic Physicians - National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners)
Apply for and obtain a National Provider Identification Number (NPI)
Apply for and receive an unrestricted DEA number
Proof of passing the board certification exam in your specialty (optional)
>>Once you have all of these items you can move on to the first step!>>