N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 19 § 196.5
Correspondence courses containing the same subject matter and requiring substantially the same assignment work can be approved for individuals who by reason of hardship cannot physically attend a classroom setting. A hardship case is defined to include any individual who, by reason of a permanent physical disability, cannot attend the location where classes are conducted. Any individual desiring to complete the required educational courses by means of correspondence courses shall make a request in writing to the Bureau of Educational Standards of the Division of Licensing Services, setting forth the basis of the alleged hardship. The department shall require said request to be supported by statements of doctors and/or other persons having knowledge of the facts.
N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 19 § 196.5