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(UPDATED) NY Mandatory Courses

Seeking a New York Professional License?

There are two mandatory New York State courses that you may be required to complete in order to receive a New York professional license: infection control and child abuse mandated reporter. As an approved New York State provider, Advantedge Education can help you meet both of these course requirements. You will receive your certificate the same day that you complete the course, and we also automatically and securely transmit your record of completion to the New York State Education Department.

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There are frequently hoops to go through in order to accomplish the process of obtaining your new license or certification! If Advantedge Education can assist you in any way, we’re happy to do so, but the first place you should look for general information about professional licensure is New York’s Office of the Professions.

Here’s a little more information about the two New York course requirements.

Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Maltreatment/Neglect: Mandated Reporter Training for New York State

The state of New YorkThe Advantedge Education Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Maltreatment/Neglect online course fulfills the New York State mandated requirement to complete two hours of coursework in child abuse, a one-time training requirement for all mandated reporters. A few of the professionals required to take this course include:

  • Physicians
  • Registered Professional Nurses
  • Dentists
  • Dental Hygienists
  • Social Workers
  • Mental Health Counselors
  • School teachers
  • School administrators
  • And many more

To view a list of professionals required to take the mandated reporter training course, visit the Office of the Professions website. Did you know? You can complete the course requirement on your own schedule – even in the middle of the night – go to Advantedge Education’s website to enroll in the child abuse course.

Infection Control and Barrier Precautions for NY Healthcare Professionals

The Advantedge Education Infection Control and Barrier Precautions for NY Healthcare Professionals online course fulfills the mandatory every four year infection control training requirement. A few of the professionals required to take this course include:

  • Physicians
  • Physician Assistants
  • Registered Professional Nurses
  • Licensed Practical Nurses
  • Dentists
  • Dental Hygienists
  • Optometrists
  • Podiatrists
  • And others

To view a list of professionals required to take the infection control course, visit the Office of the Professions website. Complete this course requirement at a time that is convenient to you. Go to Advantedge Education’s website to enroll in the infection control course and mark another item off your list!

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