N.Y. Education Law Section 6900
Introduction

This article applies to the profession of nursing. The general provisions for all professions contained in article 130 (Arthur O Eve Opportunity For Higher Education)article one hundred thirty of this title apply to this article.

Source: Section 6900 — Introduction, https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/EDN/6900 (updated Sep. 22, 2014; accessed Jun. 21, 2025).

6900
Introduction 6901
Definitions 6902
Definition of practice of nursing 6903
Practice of nursing and use of title “registered professional nurse” or “licensed practical nurse” 6904
State board for nursing 6905
Requirements for a license as a registered professional nurse 6906
Requirements for a license as a licensed practical nurse 6907
Limited permits 6908
Exempt persons 6909
Special provision 6910
Certificates for nurse practitioner practice 6911
Certification as a clinical nurse specialist (CNS) 6912
Clinical education in New York state nursing education programs

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Original Source: Section 6900 — Introduction, https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/EDN/6900 (last accessed Jun. 21, 2025).

N.Y. Education Law Section 6900 Introduction

N.Y. Education Law Section 6900
Introduction