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Credential Verification Service for New York State

Who is this service for?

The following health care professionals educated outside the United States who wish to practice in New York State:

• Registered nurses
• Licensed practical nurses
• Physical therapists
• Physical therapy assistants
• Occupational therapists
• Occupational therapy assistants

What does this service do?

It is a verification service in which CGFNS sends a report to the New York State Education Department. It reports only on the authenticity of your official documents, and is not an analysis or determination regarding your education’s sufficiency or whether you have met New York’s licensure requirements.

Your credentials will then be evaluated by the state of New York if you have applied to the New York State Education Department separately. Send the forms to the New York State Education Department, not to CGFNS.

You will not receive a copy of the report that we send to the New York State Education Department. Check your status at “Apply/Check Status” at https://www.cgfns.org/cerpassweb/login.jsp and if your report has been sent, your status will display “Report Issued”.

The New York State Education Department will contact you with more information about your eligibility.

How do I apply?

   CVS fees

Fees as of 16 July 2010. Fees may change without notice.