Continuing Education (CE) Requirements in Colorado for Mental Health Professionals

Stay compliant with Colorado CE requirements. Find your profession below for specific hour requirements and renewal deadlines.

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Professional Counselors (LPC)

Licensed Professional Counselors in Colorado

Requirement Details
Total CE Hours 40 Professional Development Hours (PDH)
Renewal Cycle Every 2 years (expires August 31 of odd-numbered years)
Topic Requirements No specific topics required
Category Limit No more than 20 hours in a single category
Licensing Board Colorado State Board of Professional Counselor Examiners

Important Notes:

  • Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the Colorado State Board of Professional Counselor Examiners based on NBCC approval.
  • Colorado does not have specific topic or course requirements - you are free to choose any combination of courses and topics to satisfy the 40-hour requirement.

Social Workers (LSW/LCSW)

Licensed Social Workers and Licensed Clinical Social Workers in Colorado

Requirement Details
Total CE Hours 40 hours of approved Professional Development Activities
Renewal Cycle Every 2 years (renewed by August 31st of odd years)
Topic Requirements No specific topics required
Category Limit No more than 20 hours in a single category
Licensing Board Colorado State Board of Social Work Examiners

Important Notes:

  • Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the Colorado State Board of Social Work Examiners based on ASWB approval.
  • Colorado does not have specific topic or course requirements - you are free to choose any combination of courses and topics.

Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT)

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists in Colorado

Requirement Details
Total CE Hours 40 Professional Development Hours (PDH)
Renewal Cycle Every 2 years
Category Limit No more than 20 hours in a single category
Approved Categories Coursework, Group Learning, Mentoring, Publishing, Independent Learning, Presenting, Volunteer, Service, Supervision
Licensing Board Colorado State Board of Marriage and Family Therapist Examiners

Important Notes:

  • Therapy Trainings CE is approved by the Colorado State Board of Marriage and Family Therapist Examiners for Professional Development Hours (PDH).
  • Our courses meet board requirements for enhancing skills relevant to marriage and family therapy.

Psychologists

Licensed Psychologists in Colorado

Requirement Details
Total CE Hours 40 Professional Development Hours (PDH)
Renewal Cycle Every 2 years
Carryover Max 10 PDH can be carried over if earned within 3 months of expiration
Content Requirement PDH must be directly relevant to competence in psychology
Licensing Board Colorado State Board of Psychologist Examiners

Important Notes:

  • Therapy Trainings CE is not accepted by the Colorado State Board of Psychologist Examiners at this time.
  • PDH must develop your professional skill and be directly relevant to your competence in psychology, the behavioral health field, and your learning goals.

Addiction Counselors (CAC/LAC)

Certified and Licensed Addiction Counselors in Colorado

Requirement Details
Total CE Hours 40 hours
Renewal Cycle Every 2 years
Category Limit No more than 20 hours in a single category
Approved Categories Coursework, Group Learning, Mentoring, Publishing, Independent Learning, Presenting, Volunteer, Service, Supervision
Licensing Board Colorado State Board of Addiction Counselor Examiners

Important Notes:

  • Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the Colorado State Board of Addiction Counselor Examiners based on NAADAC approval.
  • CE can be earned through multiple categories including coursework, group learning, and mentoring.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Colorado accept online continuing education?

Yes. Colorado accepts online CE through approved providers like Therapy Trainings for Counselors, Social Workers, MFTs, and Addiction Counselors.

Does Colorado require ethics CE?

Colorado does not mandate specific ethics hours for most professions. However, ethics courses count toward your total CE requirement.

When do Colorado licenses expire?

Most Colorado mental health licenses expire on August 31st of odd-numbered years. Renewals typically open approximately six weeks prior to the expiration date.

What is the 20-hour category limit in Colorado?

Colorado limits the number of hours that can be accrued in any single category (such as coursework, group learning, or independent learning) to 20 hours per renewal cycle. This encourages diverse learning activities.

Is Therapy Trainings approved for Colorado psychologists?

No. Therapy Trainings CE is not currently accepted by the Colorado State Board of Psychologist Examiners. However, we are approved for Counselors, Social Workers, MFTs, and Addiction Counselors in Colorado.

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Last updated: January 2026