NP Advanced Practice

New York Nurse Practitioner License Requirements

Complete guide to becoming a Nurse Practitioner in New York

Processing Time

4-8 weeks

Initial Cost

$85

Renewal Period

3 years

Practice Authority

full

Official source: licensing in New York is administered by the New York State Education Department. This guide summarizes the board's requirements — always confirm details there before applying. Already licensed? Look up a nursing license in New York.

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Full Practice Authority

Full practice authority. N.Y. Educ. Law 6902 exempts NPs with more than 3,600 practice hours from a written physician agreement until July 1, 2030; a collaborative-relationship requirement then takes effect.

Prescriptive Authority: NPs with 3,600 or fewer practice hours need a written practice agreement. Those with more than 3,600 hours are exempt until July 1, 2030, when a collaborative-relationship requirement takes effect under Educ. Law 6902.

1 Education Requirements

Degree Required

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Program Requirements

Complete accredited Nurse Practitioner program
Hold active RN license in the state
Clinical hours as specified by program

2 National Certification

Certification Body

ANCC, AANPCB, PNCB, NCC, or AACN

Required

Yes

American Nurses Credentialing Center, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board, Pediatric Nursing Certification Board, National Certification Corporation, or American Association of Critical-Care Nurses

3 Background Check

Fingerprint-based criminal background check

FBI and state background check required

4 Fees

Initial Licensure

Application Fee	$85
Total	$85

CRNAs do NOT require state certification (practice under RN license); Midwifery is SEPARATELY LICENSED profession; CNS cannot prescribe medications

Renewal

Renewal Fee (every 3 years)

$35

Prerequisites

To become a Nurse Practitioner in New York, you must first hold an active RN license. New York requires a state-specific RN license.

RN Requirements View New York RN Requirements

New York NP License FAQs

How much does an NP license cost in New York?

Expect about $85 in total initial NP license costs in New York, including a $85 application fee. Fees can change, so confirm current amounts with the New York State Education Department.

Does New York require continuing education for NP renewal?

No. New York does not require continuing education hours to renew an NP license. The renewal fee is $35.

How long does it take to get an NP license in New York?

Most complete applications are processed in about 4 to 8 weeks, though background checks and application volume can extend the timeline.

Who issues NP licenses in New York?

The New York State Education Department handles NP license applications, renewals, and verifications. You can reach the board at 518-474-3817.