New York is unique—LPNs are not required to complete continuing education hours for license renewal. However, you must complete a 4-hour Infection Control course upon initial licensure and every 4 years thereafter.
Maintaining your Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in New York requires staying current with continuing education (CE). The New York State Education Department - Office of the Professions mandates that all LPNs complete 0 contact hours of approved continuing education every 3 years as a condition of license renewal.
Continuing education serves several critical purposes for LPNs in New York:
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New York LPNs can complete continuing education through various approved formats:
In addition to general nursing continuing education, New York requires LPNs to complete specific mandatory topics as part of their 0-hour requirement. These courses address critical areas identified by the state board.
Required upon initial licensure and every 4 years
Choosing the right CE provider is crucial. Below are trusted, board-approved providers offering courses that meet New York LPN requirements. These providers offer complete packages, affordable pricing, and convenient online access.
When selecting a CE provider for your New York license renewal, consider:
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Proper documentation of your continuing education is essential. The New York State Education Department - Office of the Professions may audit your records, so maintaining accurate documentation is critical for compliance.
Download and save completion certificates as soon as you finish each course. Store them in both digital and physical formats (print copies as backup).
Maintain a simple spreadsheet tracking: course name, provider, date completed, hours earned, certificate number, and topic category (mandatory vs. elective).
Many providers offer built-in tracking dashboards. CEBroker is also used in New York to automatically report CE completion to the board.
At least 30-60 days before your renewal deadline, review your CE log to ensure you've completed all 0 required hours, including mandatory topics.
Keep all CE documentation for at least 4 years (or longer, as required by New York). The board may audit your records during renewal or afterward.
Renewing your New York LPN license involves completing your CE requirements and submitting your renewal application to the New York State Education Department - Office of the Professions.
Finish all required continuing education, including mandatory topics, before the renewal deadline: Every 3 years.
Compile all CE certificates and ensure your records are organized. You may not need to submit them during renewal, but must have them ready for potential audit.
Visit the New York State Education Department - Office of the Professions website (https://www.op.nysed.gov) and log in to the online license renewal system.
Answer all questions truthfully, including attestations about CE completion, criminal history, and disciplinary actions.
Submit the renewal fee of $70 via credit card or other accepted payment methods. Late renewals may incur additional fees.
After processing (typically 1-3 business days), you'll receive confirmation and your renewed license. Verify all information is correct.
New York LPNs must complete 0 contact hours of continuing education every 3 years to renew their license.
Infection Control (4 hours). The remaining hours can be general nursing topics of your choice.
Yes! The New York State Education Department - Office of the Professions accepts online CE courses from approved providers. Most New York LPNs complete their entire 0-hour requirement online for convenience.
The average cost for 0 hours of CE in New York ranges from $50-$100 (Infection Control only), depending on the provider and course format. Some employers offer free CE benefits.
New York LPN licenses must be renewed Every 3 years. The renewal fee is $70. Late renewals may incur additional penalties.
Typically, no. You attest to completing the required CE hours during renewal, but you must keep all certificates on file for at least 4 years in case of audit by the New York State Education Department - Office of the Professions.
No. CE hours completed outside the current 3 years renewal period cannot be used. All 0 hours must be earned within the period immediately preceding your license expiration.
If you fail to complete the required 0 hours, your license will lapse or expire. You may be able to apply for late renewal with penalties, but practicing on an expired license is illegal.
For questions about CE requirements, license renewal, or compliance issues, contact the New York State Education Department - Office of the Professions:
Don't wait until the last minute! Start your 0 hours of continuing education today and renew your license with confidence.