Mandatory topics
For Podiatrists, 50 hours is the total CME requirement. No mandatory topics are listed for Podiatrists in New York. Confirm topic requirements with New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions, State Board for Podiatry before the renewal cycle.
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Accepted credit
| Credit system | Notes |
|---|---|
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery (CPME pre-approved) min 35 hrs | At least two-thirds (35 hours) of CE must be in podiatric medicine and surgery. CPME pre-approved courses automatically qualify.Sourcehttps://www.op.nysed.gov/professions/podiatry/continuing-education[1] |
Health Sciences / Ethics / Risk Management 0–15 hrs | Up to 15 hours may be in health sciences or in areas dealing with podiatric practice issues such as ethics or risk management.Sourcehttps://www.op.nysed.gov/professions/podiatry/continuing-education[1] |
Home Study Cap 0–25 hrs | A maximum of 25 home study credits (Category A or B) accepted in any three-year registration period.Sourcehttps://www.op.nysed.gov/professions/podiatry/continuing-education[1] |
Documentation & audit
Records must be retained for at least six years.
Waivers & exemptions
Waiver available if unable to meet the continuing education requirement due to circumstances beyond the licensee's control.
FAQ
Which board licenses podiatrists in New York?
The New York State Education Department (NYSED), Office of the Professions, advised by the State Board for Podiatry. NYSED issues licenses; the Board is advisory.
How many CE hours do New York podiatrists need?
50 hours over a three-year registration cycle (1.4 hours per registered month). At least 35 must be in podiatric medicine and surgery; up to 15 may be in health sciences, ethics, or risk management. A maximum of 25 home study credits applies per cycle.
Are APMA-approved credits accepted in New York?
Courses pre-approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education (CPME) automatically qualify. APMA-approved CME, which is CPME-accredited, qualifies on that basis. All other sponsors must submit applications 90 days before course commencement.
Are there mandatory CE topics for DPM renewal in New York?
The New York podiatry rule does not impose state-level topic mandates beyond the 35/15 split between podiatric content and adjacent areas. Federal MATE Act training applies to DEA-registered podiatrists.
Where can I check my New York podiatry license renewal date?
NYSED maintains an online verification search at eservices.nysed.gov/professions/verification-search. License registration is on a three-year cycle.