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In this article the authors argue that nurse practitioners must undergo a formal course of education that teaches them to be politically and professionally aware, clinically competent, develops their interpersonal skills and enables them to attain the confidence to express their views and needs. This, together with their skills of assessment and diagnosis, makes nurse practitioners marketable members of the healthcare team.
In the debate about what level of qualification nurse practitioners in the UK should possess, the authors argue that honours degree status is sufficient preparation for clinical practice. However, they also argue that a master's degree should be the standard for nurse practitioners developing highly specialised and advanced roles.