NP Transition to Practice Podcast CE Learning Series
A curated, mentorship-informed continuing education learning series for new nurse practitioners
Transition to Practice CE for New and Early-Career Nurse Practitioners
This bundle is a curated collection of YouTube videos and podcast episodes I’ve recorded since founding Real World NP in 2019.
These lessons are based on the most common questions and fears I hear from NP students nearing graduation and brand-new nurse practitioners—and the same guidance I wish I had received myself before my first day in practice.
The transition to practice isn’t just about knowing more medicine. It’s about learning how to function as a nurse practitioner in the real world: navigating uncertainty, managing patient visits, asking for help effectively, understanding how healthcare systems work, and stepping into a leadership role from day one (whether you feel ready or not).
Some of these recordings were created early in the life of the company, but the principles behind them are the same ones I shared with my first NP student in 2016—and the same conversations I continue to have with new graduates today.
While medicine and technology continue to evolve, the core challenges of the transition from NP school to clinical practice have remained remarkably consistent.
This curated bundle addresses the most common struggles new nurse practitioners face and offers practical, real-world frameworks to help you enter practice with more clarity, confidence, and realistic expectations.
Why This Learning Series Exists
Real World NP has produced podcast and video content for nurse practitioners as part of our broader educational mission. Creating and maintaining that content requires time, labor, and ongoing operational costs—especially as an independent, self-funded education company.
Rather than relying on ads or outside investors, we created a small number of curated continuing education bundles using previously recorded episodes. These bundles allow learners who want structured learning and CE credit to support the sustainability of our work.
Accessing podcast content through public platforms remains an option. Purchasing a CE bundle provides continuing education credit, guided learning, and helps support future content development.
What You’ll Learn
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How to navigate the transition from NP school to real-world primary care practice
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What to do when you don’t know the answer—and how to communicate uncertainty safely and professionally
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How to structure patient visits, manage time, and care for complex patients without feeling overwhelmed
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How to ask better clinical questions, present cases clearly, and step into your role as a nurse practitioner
What’s Included in This Transition to Practice CE Bundle
This on-demand continuing education bundle includes the following five recorded video lessons, originally released as podcast and YouTube episodes and curated here as a structured CE activity:
What I Wish I Knew as a New Nurse Practitioner
New Nurse Practitioner Pillars of Primary Care
What to Do When You Don’t Know the Answers
The Right (and Wrong) Way to Ask Questions as a New Nurse Practitioner
Time Management Tips for New Nurse Practitioners
In addition to the video lessons, this bundle includes:
Guided learner engagement prompts for each lesson to support reflection and real-world application
Post-test knowledge questions required to earn continuing education credit
A course activity evaluation to assess the effectiveness of the activity and support CE completion
Introductory lessons covering course navigation, disclosures, accreditation information, and terms of use
All content is pre-recorded and on-demand. Learners must complete the required post-test and activity evaluation to receive continuing education credit.
Who This Podcast CE Bundle Is For:
Perfect for:
🩺 NP students nearing graduation who want to feel more oriented and prepared before starting their first NP role
💼 New nurse practitioners who feel overwhelmed and are looking for mentorship-style guidance on how real-world primary care actually works
👩⚕️ Preceptors, educators, or mentors looking for a practical, giftable resource to support NP students or new grads
Who this is NOT for:
❌ Experienced NPs looking for disease-specific treatment algorithms or advanced clinical protocols
❌ Clinicians seeking specialty or subspecialty content outside of primary care
❌ Learners who want shortcuts or rigid rules instead of clinical reasoning frameworks
Get Instant Access to the Transition to Practice Podcast CE Bundle
One Payment Of:
$14.95
Includes:
Five on-demand video lessons focused on the transition to practice for nurse practitioners
Guided learner engagement prompts to support reflection and real-world application
Post-test knowledge questions required to earn continuing education credit
Self-paced access available immediately after purchase
1 ANCC CE hour opportunity
This continuing education activity is intended for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for independent clinical judgment, institutional protocols, or consultation with appropriate medical resources. This activity is designed for nurse practitioners and NP students preparing to enter primary care practice. Content focuses on professional development, workflow, and clinical reasoning rather than disease-specific treatment algorithms.
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Yep! The original podcast and YouTube episodes are publicly available, and you’re always welcome to listen to them there.
This learning series curates selected episodes into a structured continuing education activity, with learning prompts, a post-test, and ANCC contact hours. Enrollment is required to access the CE credit and certificate.
Purchasing the bundle also helps support the ongoing production of the Real World NP Podcast. While the podcast is free to listeners, it requires significant time, expertise, and resources to produce. These bundles help make it possible to continue offering high-quality, free educational content to the NP community.
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1 hour of CE is available upon completion of the course
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You will retain access to the course content after purchase and may return to it for reference at any time.
However, in order to receive ANCC contact hours, the course must be completed by January 22, 2028, which is the accreditation expiration date for this educational activity.
After that date, the content may still be available for review, but CE credit and certificates will no longer be issued.
We recommend completing the course and downloading your certificate before the expiration date if you plan to use it for continuing education credit.
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Yes. Real World NP is an ANCC-accredited provider, and this activity meets ANCC criteria for continuing nursing professional development.
Frequently asked questions
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ANCC contact hours are accepted by most state boards and certifying bodies.
You are responsible for confirming requirements with your specific licensing or certifying organization.
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Yes. ANCC contact hours count for both credentialing bodies.
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Your certificate will be available for download immediately after you complete all course requirements, complete each lesson 100%, including the post-test and evaluation.
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Absolutely. It was built especially for NP students, new and early-career NPs.
About Real World NP
Real World NP provides practical, continuing education for nurse practitioners in primary care—without the fluff. Founded by Liz Rohr, an NP and educator, we’ve helped over 10,000 learners feel more confident in real-world practice.
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Each course is grounded in current evidence and practical frameworks that translate seamlessly into day-to-day care—no fluff, no filler.
This Transition to Practice CE Bundle provides practical continuing education for nurse practitioners focused on the real-world challenges of entering primary care practice. Designed for NP students nearing graduation and new nurse practitioners, this on-demand CE activity addresses clinical decision-making, workflow, communication, and professional role development during the transition from training to independent practice.
Unlike disease-specific courses, this nurse practitioner continuing education bundle focuses on how NPs actually practice—navigating uncertainty, managing time-limited visits, asking effective clinical questions, and understanding healthcare systems. Content is grounded in real-world primary care experience and structured to support safe, sustainable transition to practice learning.
Real World NP offers continuing education for nurse practitioners in primary care without fluff or filler. All courses are designed by NPs, for NPs, with a focus on practical application, clinical reasoning, and professional development across the NP career lifecycle.