CNA License Renewal in New York (2026)

CNA license renewal in New York is handled by the New York State Department of Health — Nurse Aide Registry, which requires Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)s to renew every 24 months. Below are the renewal deadline rule, continuing-education (CE) hours, fees, and a direct link to the official renewal page — last verified 2026-06-01. This is an unofficial guide; always confirm the details with the board before you file.

New York CNA renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle24 months
Deadline ruleRecertify every two years, no later than the last day of the month in which the original certification was granted. To recertify you must show at least seven hours of paid work as a nurse aide during the prior 24 months.
CE hours requiredSee board
Renewal feesee board (fee not fixed/published)
Online renewalCheck board
Governing bodyNew York State Department of Health — Nurse Aide Registry

Go to the official New York State Department of Health — Nurse Aide Registry renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the New York State Department of Health — Nurse Aide Registry. review of 10 NYCRR 415.26 and NYS DOH Nurse Aide Registry page.

Continuing-education requirements for CNAs in New York

Recertification is driven by a paid-work requirement, not an individual CE obligation: you must have worked at least 7 hours for pay as a nurse aide in the previous 24 months. After any 24 consecutive months without providing paid nurse-aide care, certification is lost and you must requalify by passing the state competency exam. (Federal rules require facilities to provide 12 hours of in-service training per year to aides they employ, but that is a facility obligation, not an individual renewal requirement.)

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How to renew your CNA license in New York

  1. Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the New York State Department of Health — Nurse Aide Registry portal.
  2. Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee.
  3. Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.
Good to know: Governed by 10 NYCRR 415.26/415.31 and 42 CFR 483.156. The recertification fee is paid by the nursing-home operator or current employer, not the aide, so no individual renewal fee is published. Registry status is verified via Prometric's online registry or the IVR line; no aide-facing online self-renewal flow is documented.

CNA license renewal in New York: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my CNA license in New York?

New York CNA licenses renew every 24 months. Recertify every two years, no later than the last day of the month in which the original certification was granted. To recertify you must show at least seven hours of paid work as a nurse aide during the prior 24 months.

Can I renew my New York CNA license online?

Check the New York State Department of Health — Nurse Aide Registry for the current renewal method.

What happens if I let my New York CNA license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the New York State Department of Health — Nurse Aide Registry promptly if your license has lapsed.

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