New York is unusual: it does not impose a general continuing education hour total for RNs. Registration renews every three years. Instead, the New York State Education Department mandates specific coursework — NYSED-approved infection control training every four years and a one-time child abuse identification and reporting course. Note that all nurses must complete the updated child abuse curriculum by November 17, 2026 under amendments to Social Services Law 413. Below is the full breakdown of what you need and when it is due.
No general CE total
New York does not set a fixed number of CE hours for RNs.
Infection control (every 4 yrs)
NYSED-approved infection control coursework every four years.
Child abuse (one-time)
A one-time 2-hour child abuse identification and reporting course.
Updated curriculum deadline
Updated child abuse course due by November 17, 2026.
How New York RN continuing education works
New York does not require a fixed number of CE hours for RNs. Registration renews every three years. Instead, the state mandates specific coursework that must be completed on its own schedule.
Mandated subject requirements
- Infection control: NYSED-approved coursework every four years (with limited exemptions).
- Child abuse identification and reporting: one-time 2-hour course; updated curriculum due by November 17, 2026.
Renewal cycle and deadlines
New York RN registration renews every three years. Track the four-year infection control cadence and complete the one-time (or updated) child abuse course by its deadline.
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- Infection ControlRequired · every 4 years
All practicing RNs must complete NYSED-approved infection control coursework every four years, unless they qualify for an exemption.
- Child Abuse Identification & Reporting2 hrs · one time
A one-time 2-hour course in child abuse identification and reporting is required. Per amendments to Social Services Law 413, all nurses must complete the updated curriculum by November 17, 2026.
Double-check this one — our sources varied
Sources disagreed on some figures for this state, so treat the numbers above as a researched starting point and verify the specifics with the board before you rely on them.
New York does not impose a general continuing education hour total for RNs. Registration is renewed every three years. Instead, NY mandates specific coursework: NYSED-approved infection control coursework every four years, and a one-time child abuse identification and reporting course. Note that all nurses must complete the updated child abuse curriculum (per amendments to Social Services Law 413) by November 17, 2026.
CE requirements change. Confirm current rules with the New York State Education Department before relying on these figures.
Source: New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions. Board website · Researched as of 2026-06-01 · CME rules change; this is administrative guidance, not legal or CME-accreditation advice.
Licensed in more than one state?
Nurse Licensure Compact: active. Active. One multistate RN/LPN license from the home state authorizes practice in member states; practice-state requirements (including CE) may still overlay.
Each state license carries its own CME requirement and renewal date — if you hold more than one, you need a plan for each.
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New York RN Continuing Education Requirements — Frequently Asked Questions
Does New York require CE hours for RNs?
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New York does not set a general CE hour total for RNs, but it does require specific mandated coursework.
How often is infection control training required in New York?
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NYSED-approved infection control coursework is required every four years unless you qualify for an exemption.
Is child abuse training required for New York RNs?
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Yes — a one-time 2-hour course is required, and all nurses must complete the updated curriculum by November 17, 2026.
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