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What Is MFT Continuing Education?

MFT continuing education is the ongoing professional development required to maintain licensure as a marriage and family therapist. State licensing boards require licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) and associate MFTs to complete a specified number of CE hours during each renewal cycle to ensure they stay current with best practices in the field.

MFT continuing education serves several essential purposes for marriage and family therapy professionals. It ensures practitioners stay current with evolving treatment approaches, emerging research in family systems, and changes to ethical standards. MFT continuing education also provides opportunities to develop new clinical skills and specializations while fulfilling the legal requirements for license renewal established by state MFT boards.

MFT continuing education is available through various formats, including in-person workshops, conferences, webinars, and online self-paced courses. Online MFT continuing education has become increasingly popular because it offers flexibility, convenience, and cost savings compared to traditional in-person training. At Therapy Trainings®, all of our MFT continuing education is available online in a self-paced format, allowing you to complete CE hours on your schedule from any device.

LMFT Continuing Education

LMFT continuing education refers specifically to continuing education for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists. Most state MFT boards require 20-40 CE hours every two years, with mandatory training often including ethics, cultural competency, domestic violence, and child abuse reporting. LMFT continuing education must be approved by recognized accrediting bodies to count toward license renewal.

Therapy Trainings® is approved by NBCC (National Board for Certified Counselors) as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP #7439, and by ASWB ACE, provider #1945. Our LMFT continuing education courses are accepted by MFT licensing boards in most states. Always verify with your specific state board that our courses meet your renewal requirements.

Marriage and Family Therapy CEUs

Marriage and family therapy CEUs represent the continuing education units or hours completed during a renewal cycle. Our courses cover topics essential to MFT practice, including family systems theory, couples therapy techniques, child and adolescent treatment, ethical boundaries in family therapy, and specialized interventions for common presenting concerns.

Therapy Trainings® offers comprehensive MFT continuing education covering clinical topics relevant to marriage and family therapists, including family systems approaches, couples therapy, parenting interventions, divorce and custody issues, trauma in families, and evidence-based treatment modalities. All courses are developed by experienced clinicians.

MFT Continuing Education Requirements for License Renewal

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists are required to complete continuing education to maintain licensure and stay current with best practices in the field. Whether you hold an LMFT, LAMFT, or similar credential, your state board mandates ongoing professional development through approved CE courses. While specific requirements vary by state, most boards require 20-40 CE hours every two years, with mandatory topics often including ethics, law and ethics, domestic violence, and child abuse reporting.

MFT continuing education serves multiple purposes for marriage and family therapy professionals. It ensures practitioners remain current with evolving treatment modalities, ethical standards, and regulatory changes. CE also provides opportunities to develop specialized skills in areas like couples therapy, family systems interventions, and working with children and adolescents in family contexts.

Typical LMFT CE Requirements by State

Most state MFT boards require the following for license renewal:

  • 20-40 CE hours per renewal cycle (typically every 2 years)
  • Ethics CE: 3-6 hours required in most states covering AAMFT Code of Ethics
  • Law and ethics: Many states require specific training on laws affecting MFT practice
  • Domestic violence: Required in many states (2-4 hours)
  • Child abuse reporting: Required in several states for mandated reporters
  • Online/self-paced formats: Accepted in virtually all states

CE Approval for Marriage and Family Therapists

Therapy Trainings® is approved by NBCC (National Board for Certified Counselors) as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP #7439, and by ASWB ACE, provider #1945. While there is no single national accrediting body specifically for MFT CE (unlike NBCC for counselors or ASWB ACE for social workers), our NBCC and ASWB ACE approvals are accepted by most state MFT boards.

Our courses cover a comprehensive range of topics including ethics and boundaries, family systems theory, couples therapy techniques, child and adolescent interventions, trauma-informed family therapy, and emerging topics in marriage and family therapy. Whether you need to fulfill mandatory requirements or want to expand your clinical expertise, our library has courses designed for MFT professionals.

Online MFT Continuing Education Courses

These courses are among the most popular with LMFTs and marriage and family therapists nationwide. All courses are included with Unlimited CE access, so you can complete your entire renewal in one place. Our text and audio, self-paced format allows you to learn on your schedule and earn CE hours from any device.

3 CE Hours
Family Systems Therapy

Core concepts in family systems theory, assessment techniques, and intervention strategies for working with families.

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5 CE Hours
Counselor Ethics Training

Ethical decision-making, professional boundaries, and navigating complex ethical situations in clinical practice.

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3 CE Hours
Child Inclusion in Family Therapy

Best practices for including children in family therapy sessions, age-appropriate interventions, and ethical considerations.

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2 CE Hours
Interstate Family Therapy

Legal and ethical considerations for providing family therapy services across state lines via telehealth.

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3 CE Hours
Mandated Reporting in Family Systems

Child abuse and neglect reporting requirements, ethical obligations, and clinical considerations for MFTs.

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3 CE Hours
Child Custody and Parental Rights

Understanding custody evaluations, parental rights, and the role of MFTs in family court proceedings.

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Affordable MFT Continuing Education Online

Thousands of LMFTs and marriage and family therapists trust Therapy Trainings® for affordable, high-quality continuing education. Here is why MFT professionals choose us for their license renewal:

1

Lowest Price Guaranteed

Unlimited access to 100+ courses for just $75/year. Compare to $200-$500 elsewhere for similar access. Individual courses start at $15.

2

Nationally Approved

NBCC ACEP #7439 and ASWB ACE #1945. Our CE hours are accepted by MFT boards in most states. Verify with your specific state board.

3

Instant Certificates

Download your CE certificate immediately upon course completion. No waiting, no delays. Access certificates anytime from your account.

4

Learn on Any Device

Complete courses on your computer, tablet, or phone. Pause and resume anytime. Learn at your own pace, on your schedule.

5

Free for New Graduates

Recently graduated? Get free CE access during your first year post-graduation. We support MFTs at every career stage.

6

CE Broker Compatible

Provider #50-40520. Self-report your hours in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, and other CE Broker states. We make compliance easy.

MFT License Renewal Requirements by State

Find your state's specific MFT continuing education requirements. Each page includes total CE hours needed, ethics requirements, mandatory topics, renewal deadlines, and licensing board contact information.

Click your state below for detailed requirements:

Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming

MFT Continuing Education: FAQs

Are these courses approved for LMFT license renewal?
Therapy Trainings® is approved by NBCC (ACEP #7439) and ASWB ACE (provider #1945). Our courses are accepted by MFT licensing boards in most states. However, unlike counselors (NBCC) and social workers (ASWB ACE), there is no single national accrediting body specifically for MFT CE. We recommend verifying with your specific state MFT board that our courses meet your renewal requirements.
How many CE hours do LMFTs need for license renewal?
CE requirements vary by state, but most MFT boards require 20-40 hours every two years. Common mandatory topics include ethics (3-6 hours), law and ethics, domestic violence, and child abuse reporting. Some states like California require 36 hours while others require fewer. Check your specific state's requirements using our state CE requirements pages.
How much does unlimited CE access cost?
Unlimited CE access is just $75 per year, giving you access to all 100+ courses in our library. This includes ethics, family systems, couples therapy, trauma, and specialty topics relevant to MFT practice. You can complete as many courses as you need for your renewal. Individual courses are also available starting at $15-$45.
When will I receive my CE certificate?
Immediately. Your CE certificate is available for instant download as soon as you complete the course and pass the posttest (80% required). You can also access and download your certificates anytime from your account. Certificates include all information required by licensing boards: course title, CE hours, completion date, and provider information.
Do you report CE hours to CE Broker?
We are a CE Broker approved provider (#50-40520). You can self-report your completed hours in CE Broker states including Florida, Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, and others. Simply use our provider number when reporting your hours. The process takes just a few minutes.
Is there free CE for new MFT graduates?
Yes! We offer free CE access for recent MFT graduates during their first year post-graduation. This helps new marriage and family therapists build their clinical knowledge without financial burden. Contact us with proof of graduation to access this benefit.
Do you have courses specifically for family therapy?
Yes, we offer several courses specifically designed for MFT practice including Family Systems Therapy, Child Inclusion in Family Therapy, Interstate Family Therapy, Mandated Reporting in Family Systems, and Child Custody and Parental Rights. We also have courses on couples therapy, trauma in families, and working with children and adolescents.
Can I complete courses on my phone or tablet?
Absolutely. Our courses are fully mobile-friendly and work on any device with internet access. You can start a course on your computer, continue on your phone during lunch, and finish on your tablet at home. Your progress is saved automatically.
Do you offer group discounts for agencies?
Yes, we offer group pricing for agencies, family therapy practices, and organizations. Group plans provide significant savings over individual subscriptions and include administrative tools for tracking staff CE completion. Learn more about group discounts.

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