Licensed Psychologist CE Requirements in Connecticut

This page summarizes the current CE requirements for the Licensed Psychologist license in Connecticut — renewal model, mandated topics, live/interactive rules, and home-study limits — with links to the official regulator.

10CE hours / cycle

1 yrrenewal cycle

0 hlive / interactive required

—ethics required

Full Connecticut Licensed Psychologist requirements

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Licensed Psychologist

10hours / 1-year renewal cycle

No live / interactive hours required — all hours may be self-study

Mandated topics

Mental health conditions common to veterans and their families (incl. PTSD screening, suicide risk/prevention, depression, grief) — 2 hAt least two contact hours required at renewal and not less than once every six years thereafter.

Home study: Not more than 5 of the 10 continuing education units per registration period may be completed via the Internet, distance learning or home study.

Board notes: Annual (12-month) registration period of 10 CE units (1 unit = 50-60 minutes). First-time renewal applicants are exempt from CE. No separately mandated general-ethics or cultural-competency hours beyond the veterans topic. Research/conference presentations capped at 5 units per cycle. Approved providers include APA, accredited graduate programs and DMHAS.

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Frequently asked questions

How many CE hours does a Licensed Psychologist need in Connecticut?

A Licensed Psychologist must complete 10 CE / continuing-education hours every 1 years in Connecticut.

Are there required CE topics for Licensed Psychologist in Connecticut?

Yes. Connecticut requires the following CE topics for Licensed Psychologist: Mental health conditions common to veterans and their families (incl. PTSD screening, suicide risk/prevention, depression, grief) (2 h).

Can Licensed Psychologist CE be completed online in Connecticut?

Generally yes — Connecticut does not require live or interactive hours for Licensed Psychologist, so approved online / home-study CE can typically satisfy the requirement. Home-study note: Not more than 5 of the 10 continuing education units per registration period may be completed via the Internet, distance learning or home study..

What else should Licensed Psychologist renewals know in Connecticut?

Annual (12-month) registration period of 10 CE units (1 unit = 50-60 minutes). First-time renewal applicants are exempt from CE. No separately mandated general-ethics or cultural-competency hours beyond the veterans topic. Research/conference presentations capped at 5 units per cycle. Approved providers include APA, accredited graduate programs and DMHAS.

Other Connecticut licenses

LCSW in Connecticut15 CE hours every 1 years LPC in Connecticut15 CE hours every 1 years LMFT in Connecticut15 CE hours every 1 years BCBA in Connecticut32 CE hours every 2 years

Licensed Psychologist CE requirements in other states

Updated July 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.