Therapy Trainings is approved by:NBCC ACEPASWB ACENAADAC
Professional Counselors (LPCC/LPC)
Licensed Professional Counselors in Minnesota
Requirement
Details
Total CE Hours
40 hours
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Cultural Responsiveness
4 hours (NEW - beginning July 1, 2023)
Home Study Limit
10 hours
Licensing Board
Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy
Important Notes:
Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy based on NBCC approval.
4 hours in cultural responsiveness is required every renewal period (new requirement).
Social Workers (LICSW/LISW/LSW)
Licensed Social Workers in Minnesota
Requirement
Details
Total CE Hours
40 hours
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Ethics
2 hours
Cultural Responsiveness
4 hours
Clinical Content (LICSW)
12 hours
Supervision
6 hours
Independent Learning Limit
Up to 50% (20 hours)
Licensing Board
Minnesota Board of Social Work
Important Notes:
Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the Minnesota Board of Social Work based on ASWB approval.
Independent learning includes online activities without live interaction, research for publication, and presentations.
Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists in Minnesota
Requirement
Details
Total CE Hours
40 hours
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Ethics/Professional Studies
3 hours
Medical Errors
2 hours
Cultural Diversity
9 hours
Licensing Board
Minnesota Board of Marriage and Family Therapy
Important Notes:
Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the Minnesota Board of Marriage and Family Therapy based on NBCC approval.
Ethics/professional studies covers ethics, family law, legal issues, professional socialization, and interprofessional cooperation.
Psychologists
Licensed Psychologists in Minnesota
Requirement
Details
Psychologists
40 hours annually
Psychological Technicians
10 hours annually
Renewal Cycle
Annual
Home Study/Computer-Based
Accepted from approved vendors
Licensing Board
Minnesota Board of Psychology
Important Notes:
Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the Minnesota Board of Psychology as a nationally recognized professional organization - automatically approved without further application.
Minnesota has an annual CE requirement - higher than most states with biennial cycles.
Addiction Counselors (LADC)
Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors in Minnesota
Requirement
Details
Total CE Hours
40 hours
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Diversity
9 hours minimum
Professional Ethics
3 hours
Online/Home Study
No limit
Licensing Board
Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy
Important Notes:
Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy based on NAADAC approval.
No limit on the number of contact hours that can be earned through home study distance learning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cultural responsiveness/diversity requirement?
Minnesota emphasizes cultural competency across professions. Counselors need 4 hours of cultural responsiveness (new requirement since July 2023). Social Workers need 4 hours of cultural responsiveness. MFTs need 9 hours of cultural diversity. Addiction Counselors need 9 hours on diversity.
Is Therapy Trainings approved for Minnesota Psychologists?
Yes! Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the Minnesota Board of Psychology as a nationally recognized professional organization. Our courses are automatically approved for continuing education credit without further application.
How many hours can I complete online?
Limits vary by profession. Counselors can complete 10 hours via home study. Social Workers can complete up to 50% (20 hours) through independent learning. Addiction Counselors have no limit on online hours. Psychologists accept home study from approved vendors.
What is the medical errors requirement for MFTs?
Minnesota MFTs must complete 2 hours in medical errors as part of their 40-hour CE requirement every 2 years. This is in addition to 3 hours of ethics/professional studies and 9 hours of cultural diversity.
Why do Minnesota Psychologists need 40 hours annually?
Minnesota requires psychologists to complete 40 hours of CE annually, which is higher than most states that use 2-year cycles. Psychological technicians need 10 hours annually. This annual requirement ensures ongoing professional development.
