Therapy Trainings is approved by:NBCC ACEPASWB ACENAADAC
Professional Counselors (LPC/LAC)
Licensed Professional Counselors and Associate Counselors in New Jersey
Requirement
Details
Total CE Hours
40 contact hours
Renewal Cycle
Biennial (December 1)
Ethics
5 hours required
Social/Cultural Competency
3 hours required
Licensing Board
NJ Professional Counselor Examiners Committee
Important Notes:
Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the New Jersey Professional Counselor Examiners Committee based on NBCC approval.
Social and cultural competency requirement is pursuant to N.J.A.C. 13:34-15.2(b).
Social Workers (LCSW/LSW/CSW)
Licensed Social Workers in New Jersey
License Type
Total Hours
Ethics
Cultural Competence
Carryover
LCSW
40 credits
5 hours
3 hours
8 credits max
LSW
30 credits
5 hours
3 hours
6 credits max
CSW
20 credits
5 hours
3 hours
4 credits max
Important Notes:
Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the New Jersey Board of Social Work Examiners based on ASWB approval.
For LCSW, 20 credits shall be in courses or programs directly related to clinical practice.
Surplus credits may be carried into a succeeding biennial period.
Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists in New Jersey
Requirement
Details
Total CE Hours
40 contact hours
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Ethics
5 hours required
Cultural Competence
3 hours required
Opioid Education
1 hour required
Online Limit
20 hours maximum
Live/Synchronous Required
20 hours minimum
Licensing Board
NJ Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners
Important Notes:
Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the New Jersey State Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners based on NBCC approval.
Opioid education includes risks and signs of opioid abuse, addiction, and diversion.
20 CEUs must be completed face-to-face or through synchronous (live interactive webinars) learning.
Psychologists
Licensed Psychologists in New Jersey
Requirement
Details
Total CE Hours
40 hours
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years (June 30 of odd-numbered years)
Domestic Violence
4 hours required
Opioid Education
1 hour required
Live Interaction
10 hours minimum
Licensing Board
NJ Board of Psychological Examiners
Important Notes:
Therapy Trainings CE is not accepted by the New Jersey Board of Psychological Examiners at this time.
Domestic violence education is broadly interpreted to include treatment issues for survivors of violence, family protection, and related issues.
At least 10 credits shall be in courses with opportunity for live interaction with the instructor. Online courses with ability to interact with the presenter qualify.
Addiction Counselors (LADC/CADC/LCS/CRSW)
Licensed and Certified Addiction Professionals in New Jersey
License Type
Total Hours
Legal Standards
Cultural Competence
Online Limit
LADC/MLADC
40 hours
6 hours
3 hours
20 hours
CADC
60 hours
6 hours
3 hours
30 hours
LCS
40 hours
Per LADC
Per LADC
Per LADC
CRSW
12 hours
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Important Notes:
Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the New Jersey Alcohol and Drug Counselor Committee based on NAADAC approval.
Legal standards hours must be related to the practice of alcohol and drug counseling in New Jersey.
All LCADCs and CADCs must complete 3 hours in legal standards Course.
LCS (Licensed Clinical Supervisor) requires 6 hours of training in clinical supervision.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Therapy Trainings accepted for New Jersey Psychologists?
No, Therapy Trainings CE is not accepted by the New Jersey Board of Psychological Examiners at this time. Psychologists must seek CE from providers approved by the NJ Board.
How many online hours can I complete in New Jersey?
Limits vary by profession: MFTs can complete 20 hours online (20 must be live/synchronous), LADC/MLADC can do 20 hours online, and CADCs can complete 30 hours online. Psychologists must complete at least 10 hours with live interaction.
Can I carry over excess CE credits in New Jersey?
Social Workers can carry surplus credits: LCSW up to 8 credits, LSW up to 6 credits, and CSW up to 4 credits into the succeeding biennial period.
What is the cultural competence requirement in New Jersey?
Most professions require 3 hours in social and cultural competency. This ensures professionals can work effectively with diverse populations.
What are the legal standards requirements for addiction counselors?
LADC, MLADC, and CADC all require 6 hours in legal standards related to the practice of alcohol and drug counseling in New Jersey. All LCADCs and CADCs must also complete a 3-hour legal standards course.
