When completing your annual tax return, you're entitled to claim deductions for some expenses, most of which are directly related to earning your income. You can claim vehicle and other travel expenses directly connected with your work, but you can't claim for normal trips between home and work â this is considered private travel.
In order to become a nurse practitioner, one must first be a registered nurse. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, BLS, (www.bls.gov), nurse practitioner positions are expected to increase by 34% between 2012 and 2022, which is much faster than the national average for all career fields.
Educational Requirements for NPs. To become a nurse practitioner, you need to earn your associateâs or bachelorâs degree in nursing. By completing your undergraduate degree, you are prepared for an entry level job in a clinical setting. You also will meet state requirements to become licensed as a registered nurse.