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To get fingerprinted for a nursing license in Michigan, follow these steps:

1. Obtain a Fingerprint Request Form from LARA:

• The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) requires fingerprinting as part of the background check for nursing license applicants.
• Before getting fingerprinted, you must obtain a Fingerprint Request Form from LARA. This form will include your Unique Identification (UID) number, which is necessary for the fingerprinting process.
• You can get this form by starting your application through the Michigan LARA website under the nursing licensing section.

2. Schedule a Fingerprinting Appointment:

• Once you have the Fingerprint Request Form, you can schedule an appointment with a certified Live Scan provider in Michigan.
• Live Scan providers include law enforcement agencies, private fingerprinting companies, and some UPS Stores. Be sure to confirm that the provider is approved to submit fingerprints for LARA background checks.
• You can find an approved Live Scan provider through the Michigan State Police’s Live Scan Provider List or by contacting local providers.

3. Bring Required Documents:

• On the day of your fingerprinting appointment, make sure to bring:
  • Completed Fingerprint Request Form from LARA, which includes your UID number.
  • Valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license or passport.
  • Payment for the fingerprinting service (fees typically range from $50 to $75, depending on the provider).

4. Complete the Fingerprinting Process:

• At the fingerprinting appointment, the Live Scan provider will electronically capture your fingerprints and submit them to the Michigan State Police (MSP) and the FBI for processing.
• The results of your background check will be sent directly to LARA for review as part of your nursing license application.

5. Track the Status:

• You will receive a receipt or confirmation of your fingerprint submission, which will include an ATI number (Automated Transaction Identifier). This number can be used to track the status of your fingerprint submission.
• LARA will notify you once your background check has been processed and your nursing license application is complete.

6. Wait for Background Check Results:

• Processing times may vary, but the fingerprint results are typically processed within 1 to 2 weeks by the Michigan State Police and the FBI. LARA will review the results as part of your overall nursing license application.

Summary:

1. Obtain the Fingerprint Request Form with your UID from LARA.
2. Schedule an appointment with an approved Live Scan provider.
3. Bring the completed form, photo ID, and payment to your appointment.
4. Complete the fingerprinting process, and the results will be sent directly to LARA.
5. Track your submission using the ATI number and wait for background check results.

By following these steps, you’ll ensure that the fingerprinting requirement for your Michigan nursing license is completed accurately and efficiently.