Topics / Infection Control CE for Nurses
Infection Control CE for Nurses
New York's mandatory infection control and barrier precautions training for nurses.
Built by Keegan, a travel RN · verified against official board sources
As of 2026, 1 state requires Infection Control CE for Nurses continuing education for nurse license renewal. The full state-by-state list, with the hours each board requires, is below.
Infection control CE covers standard and transmission-based precautions, PPE selection, hand hygiene, and bloodborne pathogen exposure response. New York's requirement is the longest-running and most detailed: a NYSED-approved course every four years covering 7 specific core elements.
States that require it (1)
Why states require it
Healthcare-associated infections remain a major source of preventable harm. State CE mandates ensure every nurse with patient contact periodically refreshes core infection prevention practices.
What approved courses cover
- Standard precautions and transmission-based precautions
- PPE selection and use
- Hand hygiene best practices
- Bloodborne pathogen exposure protocols
- Multi-drug-resistant organism (MDRO) prevention
- Outbreak management basics
Courses we've verified
Some links may be affiliate links. RenewRN may earn a small commission at no cost to you. Recommendations don't change based on partnerships.
- Infection Control and Barrier Precautions
CEUfast · 2.5 hr · $39/yr unlimited access
Free CE & mandatory-topic alerts
We email you new free CE and requirement changes for mandatory topics like this one. No spam.
No spam. We'll never sell your email. See our Privacy Policy.
Track your CE against state-specific mandatory topics
RenewRN flags missing mandatory topics for every state where you hold a license. Free for one credential.
Start free