New York Board of Nursing Requirements

New York doesn't set a general CE hour total for RNs and LPNs, but it does require specific mandatory training.

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What New York requires

Infection control: 3 hours every 4 years for RNs and LPNs.

Child abuse identification and reporting: 2 hours for RNs.

Registration is generally renewed every 3 years; infection control runs on its own 4-year cycle.

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New York Board of Nursing Requirements: common questions

How many CE hours does New York require for nurses?
No general hour total, but 3 hours of infection control every 4 years and 2 hours of child abuse training for RNs.
Do you report to NYSED?
Yes, for completed New York mandatory courses once your details are saved in your account.