LCSW CE Requirements in Alaska
This page summarizes the current CE requirements for the LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) license in Alaska — renewal model, mandated topics, live/interactive rules, and home-study limits — with links to the official regulator.
LCSW
- Substance abuse education — 6 h
- Cross-cultural education — 6 hAt least 3 of the 6 must address issues relating to Alaska Natives; for a first renewal all 6 must address Alaska Natives.
- Professional ethics — 3 h
- Teletherapy practice — 3 h
- Suicide education — 3 h
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How many CE hours does an LCSW need in Alaska?
An LCSW must complete 45 CE / continuing-education hours every 2 years in Alaska. That total includes 3 hours of ethics. At least 10 of those hours must be live or interactive.
Are there required CE topics for LCSW in Alaska?
Yes. Alaska requires the following CE topics for LCSW: Substance abuse education (6 h); Cross-cultural education (6 h); Professional ethics (3 h); Teletherapy practice (3 h); Suicide education (3 h).
Can LCSW CE be completed online in Alaska?
Not entirely. Alaska requires at least 10 live or interactive hours per cycle; the remaining hours may generally be completed through approved home-study / online courses. Home-study note: At least 10 contact hours must be earned by attending live, live-online, or synchronous training courses; the remainder may be self-study/correspondence/pre-recorded. Max 12 contact hours may be earned in any single day..
What else should LCSW renewals know in Alaska?
Board of Social Work Examiners (12 AAC 18.210). 45 hours for second and subsequent biennial renewals; first renewal is 45 hours if licensed 12+ months, else 21 hours if licensed under 12 months. For the first renewal, all 6 cross-cultural hours must address Alaska Natives; for subsequent renewals at least 3 must.