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

Stay compliant with Massachusetts CE requirements. Find your profession below for specific hour requirements, ethics mandates, and renewal deadlines.

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Professional Counselors (LMHC)

Licensed Mental Health Counselors in Massachusetts

Requirement Details
Total CE Hours 30 hours
Renewal Cycle Every 2 years (expires December 31 of odd years)
Online/Home Study Limit Up to 50% (15 hours)
Licensing Board Massachusetts Board of Registration of Allied Mental Health and Human Services Professions

Important Notes:

  • Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Allied Mental Health and Human Services Professions based on NBCC approval.
  • Licenses expire on December 31 of every odd year.

Social Workers (LICSW/LCSW/LSW/LSWA)

Licensed Social Workers in Massachusetts

Requirement Details
LICSW Total Hours 30 hours
LCSW Total Hours 20 hours
LSW Total Hours 15 hours
LSWA Total Hours 10 hours
Renewal Cycle Every 2 years
Domestic/Sexual Violence Required for all licensees
Anti-Racism 2 hours
Anti-Discrimination 1 hour
Online/Home Study All hours may be completed online
Licensing Board Massachusetts Board of Registration of Social Workers

Important Notes:

  • Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Social Workers based on ASWB approval.
  • All hours may be completed via home study/online.

Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT)

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists in Massachusetts

Requirement Details
Total CE Hours 30 hours
Renewal Cycle Every 2 years
Online/Home Study Limit Up to 15 hours (50%)
Licensing Board Massachusetts Board of Registration of Allied Mental Health and Human Services Professions

Important Notes:

  • Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Allied Mental Health and Human Services Professions based on NBCC approval.
  • 15 of the required 30 hours may be derived from home study or online programming.

Psychologists

Licensed Psychologists in Massachusetts

Requirement Details
Total CE Hours 20 hours
Renewal Cycle Every 2 years (by June 30 of even-numbered years)
Home Study Accepted through APA-approved sponsors
Licensing Board Massachusetts Board of Registration of Psychologists

Important Notes:

  • Therapy Trainings CE is not accepted by the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Psychologists at this time.
  • Home Study CE programs accepted through APA-approved sponsors.

Addiction Counselors (LADC/CADC)

Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors in Massachusetts

Requirement Details
Total CE Hours 40 hours
Renewal Cycle Every 2 years
Online Learning Limit 20 hours
Licensing Board Massachusetts Board of Substance Abuse Counselor Certification

Important Notes:

  • Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the Massachusetts Board of Substance Abuse Counselor Certification based on NAADAC approval.
  • 20 CE credits can be earned online.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the anti-racism and anti-discrimination requirements for Social Workers?

Massachusetts Social Workers must complete 2 hours on anti-racism and 1 hour on anti-discrimination as part of their CE requirements. All Social Worker licensees are also required to participate in domestic violence and sexual violence training.

How many hours can I complete online in Massachusetts?

It varies by profession. Counselors and MFTs can complete up to 50% (15 hours) online. Social Workers can complete ALL hours via home study/online. Addiction Counselors can complete 20 hours online. Psychologists accept home study through APA-approved sponsors only.

When do Massachusetts licenses expire?

Counselor licenses expire on December 31 of every odd year. Psychologist licenses are due by June 30 of even-numbered years. Other professions have varying schedules - check with your specific board for exact dates.

Is Therapy Trainings approved for Massachusetts psychologists?

No. Therapy Trainings CE is not currently accepted by the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Psychologists. Massachusetts requires CE through APA-approved sponsors for psychologists.

What are the different hour requirements for Social Workers?

Massachusetts has tiered requirements based on license level: LICSWs need 30 hours, LCSWs need 20 hours, LSWs need 15 hours, and LSWAs need 10 hours. All levels require anti-racism (2 hrs), anti-discrimination (1 hr), and domestic/sexual violence training.

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Last updated: January 2026