AGACNP in California

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Does anyone have any idea who is eligible to precept an AGACNP student in the state of California? Specifically NP preceptors, MUST they be an AGACNP themselves?  

I am asking because in my area, many FNPs or AG Primary NPs work in the acute care setting though they are not licensed as Acute Care NPs..  I am wondering if they are eligible to precept me for my remaining hours for my AGACNP course.  I contacted the BRN for answers, and they told me to contact the certifying body I wish to take my exam with in the future.  I contacted them, and they told me to contact my school's Program Director.  I've been in touch with my school, and they all tell me that its ultimately up to the state.  

Any Acute Care NPs have experience with NP preceptors who were NOT acute care certified? (Aside from MD/DO/PAs).  Did verifying your clinical hours become a problem?

I'm from San Diego and DESPERATE to complete my clinical hours.. I'm already delaying graduation up to 1 year because of my inability to find a preceptor.  I can't find willing MDs, and as aforementioned, all of the NPs I know in the acute care setting are not certified Acute Care NPs but have extensive experience in the setting...... 

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