Therapy Trainings is approved by:NBCC ACEPASWB ACENAADAC
Professional Counselors (LPCMH)
Licensed Professional Counselors of Mental Health in Delaware
Requirement
Details
Total CE Hours
40 hours
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years (September 30 of even-numbered years)
Ethics
3 hours required
Cultural Inclusion/DEI
3 hours required
Licensing Board
Delaware Board of Mental Health and Chemical Dependency Professionals
Important Notes:
Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the Delaware Board of Mental Health and Chemical Dependency Professionals based on NAADAC approval.
Cultural inclusion, equity, and diversity training is a mandatory component of Delaware CE.
Social Workers (LBSW/LMSW/LCSW)
Licensed Social Workers in Delaware
License Level
Total CE Hours
LBSW
20 hours every 2 years
LMSW
30 hours every 2 years
LCSW
40 hours every 2 years
Requirement
Details
Ethics
6 hours in professional ethics
Mandatory Reporting
1 hour required
Self-Directed Limit
No more than 10 hours
Licensing Board
Delaware Board of Clinical Social Work Examiners
Important Notes:
Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the Delaware Board of Clinical Social Work Examiners based on ASWB approval.
CE requirements vary by license level - check your specific license type above.
Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists in Delaware
Requirement
Details
Total CE Hours
40 hours
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years (by September 30 of even-numbered years)
Online CE Limit
Up to 20 hours can be online
Content
Must improve competence in counseling or marriage and family therapy
Licensing Board
Delaware Board of Mental Health and Chemical Dependency Professionals
Important Notes:
Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the Delaware Board of Mental Health and Chemical Dependency Professionals based on NBCC approval.
Teaching, presenting, or writing academic content can count for up to 20 hours.
Psychologists
Licensed Psychologists in Delaware
Requirement
Details
Total CE Hours
40 hours (Psychological Assistants: 20 hours)
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Ethics
3 hours required
Cultural Inclusion/DEI
3 hours required
Live CE Requirement
Minimum 10 hours via face-to-face or live webinar
Licensing Board
Delaware Board of Examiners of Psychologists
Important Notes:
Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the Delaware Board of Examiners of Psychologists. Though not APA-approved, our programs meet board criteria for relevant professional practice material equivalent to APA-defined credit.
We provide documentation of relevance, objectives, faculty, and educational goals, along with certificates of attendance.
Addiction Counselors (CADC/LADC)
Certified and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors in Delaware
Requirement
Details
Total CE Hours
40 hours
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Ethics
3 hours required
Cultural Inclusion/DEI
At least 3 hours required
Distance Learning Limit
Up to 20 hours can be distant learning
Licensing Board
Delaware Board of Mental Health and Chemical Dependency Professionals
Important Notes:
Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the Delaware Board of Mental Health and Chemical Dependency Professionals based on NAADAC approval.
Half of your CE (20 hours) can be completed through distance learning formats.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Delaware accept online continuing education?
Yes, with limits. Most professions allow up to 20 hours online, though psychologists require at least 10 hours through live or face-to-face formats.
When do Delaware licenses expire?
Most Delaware mental health licenses expire on September 30 of even-numbered years (biennial renewal cycle).
Does Delaware require cultural competency training?
Yes. Delaware requires 3 hours in cultural inclusion, equity, and diversity for Counselors, Psychologists, and Addiction Counselors each renewal cycle.
Why do Social Worker CE requirements vary?
Delaware assigns different CE requirements based on license level: LBSWs need 20 hours, LMSWs need 30 hours, and LCSWs need 40 hours every 2 years.
Is Therapy Trainings approved for Delaware psychologists?
Yes. Though not APA-approved, our programs meet Delaware Board of Examiners of Psychologists criteria for relevant professional practice material. Delaware psychologists can accrue CE hours based on clock hours of our training.
