Physician Assistant CME requirements in New York
Requirements at a glance
State-mandated CME topics
- Infection control: — At licensure and every 4 yrs (PHL §239).
- Child abuse identification & reporting: 2 hrs — One-time; updated curriculum adds implicit bias + virtual-setting identification.
- Prescriber education (pain/palliative/addiction): 3 hrs — Every 3 yrs for controlled-substance prescribers.
Sources
Every figure on this page is compiled from the primary board and national certification sources below, cross-checked against reputable aggregators. Requirements change often and some boards publish only in PDFs or login-walled portals — confirm current rules directly before relying on them for renewal.
Verify with NYS Education Dept., Office of the Professions →How this fits the national picture
Independent of New York, every PA maintains NCCPA certification — 100 CME credits every two-year cycle (at least 50 Category 1) plus a recertification exam by year 10. Many states accept that in place of separate state CME; this page notes whether New York does.
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Frequently asked questions
How many CME hours do physician assistants need in New York?
No general CE-hour requirement. Renewal cycle: Every 3 years registration.
Does New York accept NCCPA certification in lieu of state CME?
PANCE/NCCPA for licensure; no ongoing state CME.
What topic-specific CME does New York require for physician assistants?
Infection control: — At licensure and every 4 yrs (PHL §239). Child abuse identification & reporting: 2 hrs — One-time; updated curriculum adds implicit bias + virtual-setting identification. Prescriber education (pain/palliative/addiction): 3 hrs — Every 3 yrs for controlled-substance prescribers.
Informational only, not legal or compliance advice. Continuing education rules change frequently. Confirm current requirements with the NYS Education Dept., Office of the Professions and your certifying body before relying on any figure here.