Continuing Education
Nevada CE Requirements by License
Continuing-education / CPD renewal requirements for behavioral and mental health licenses in Nevada — hours or CPD model per cycle, mandated topics, live/interactive rules, and home-study limits. Pick a license for the full breakdown.
Nevada requirements at a glance
| License | Profession | CE / CPD | Ethics | Live / interactive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LCSW | Social Work | 36 h / 2yr | 4 h | — |
| CPC | Counseling | 40 h / 2yr | 6 h | 20 h |
| Licensed Psychologist | Psychology | 30 h / 2yr | 6 h | 15 h |
| MFT | Marriage & Family Therapy | 40 h / 2yr | 6 h | 20 h |
| LBA | Behavior Analysis | 32 h / 2yr | 4 h | — |
Requirements by license
Verified
Nevada
LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)
36hours / 2-year renewal cycle
No live / interactive hours required — all hours may be self-study
Mandated topics
- Ethics in the practice of social work (professional boundaries, confidentiality, dual relationships) — 4 h
- Evidence-based suicide prevention and awareness — 2 h
- Cultural diversity, equity and inclusion (CDEI) — 6 h
- Licensee's field of practice — 12 h
Confirm with board
Nevada
CPC (Clinical Professional Counselor)
40hours / 2-year renewal cycle
20 live / interactive hours required
Mandated topics
- Ethics issues specifically pertaining to the field of practice — 6 h
- Evidence-based suicide prevention and awareness — 4 h
- Cultural competency and diversity, equity and inclusion — 6 hBoard CE page states a minimum of 6 hrs; codified NAC 641A.131(1) as mirrored on legal databases reads 'at least 4 hours' - board page value used as authoritative.
- Supervision (supervision models, supervisor roles, ethical dilemmas in supervision) — 2 hOnly for Board-approved supervisors; counts within the required hours per NAC 641A.131(3).
Verified
Nevada
Licensed Psychologist
30hours / 2-year renewal cycle
15 live / interactive hours required
Mandated topics
- Scientific and professional ethics and standards, and common areas of professional misconduct — 6 h
- Evidence-based suicide prevention and awareness — 2 h
- Cultural competency and diversity, equity and inclusion — 6 h
Confirm with board
Nevada
MFT (Marriage and Family Therapist)
40hours / 2-year renewal cycle
20 live / interactive hours required
Mandated topics
- Ethics issues specifically pertaining to the field of practice — 6 h
- Evidence-based suicide prevention and awareness — 4 h
- Cultural competency and diversity, equity and inclusion — 6 hBoard CE page states a minimum of 6 hrs; codified NAC 641A.131(1) as mirrored on legal databases reads 'at least 4 hours' - board page value used as authoritative.
- Supervision (supervision models, supervisor roles, ethical dilemmas in supervision) — 2 hOnly for Board-approved supervisors; counts within the required hours per NAC 641A.131(3).
Verified
Nevada
LBA (Nevada Licensed Behavior Analyst) / BCBA (national credential)
32hours / 2-year renewal cycle
No live / interactive hours required — all hours may be self-study
Mandated topics
- Ethics (BACB requirement) — 4 h
- Supervision (BACB requirement) — 3 hRequired by BACB only for certificants who supervise or hold supervisor status.
- Evidence-based suicide prevention and awareness (Nevada add-on) — 2 hRequired by NAC 641D.160 in addition to the BACB-prescribed CEUs; currently codified and in effect (July 2026).
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Frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do behavioral health licenses require in Nevada?
In Nevada, hour-based licenses require 30 to 40 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle depending on the license type; some credentials follow a CPD model instead. See the table above for each credential.
Do CE requirements differ by license type in Nevada?
Yes. Social work, counseling, psychology, marriage & family therapy, and behavior-analysis credentials each have their own requirements, mandated topics, and renewal cycles in Nevada. This page lists each one separately.
Does Nevada require ethics CE?
Nevada requires dedicated ethics continuing education for: CPC, LBA, LCSW, Licensed Psychologist, MFT. Exact hour counts are on each license's page.
CE requirements in other states
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Updated August 2026 from official licensing-board, regulatory-college, and government sources. CE / CPD requirements change often — always confirm current rules directly with your licensing board or regulator before you renew. Informational only, not legal advice.