LMFT CE Requirements in Minnesota
This page summarizes the current CE requirements for the LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) license in Minnesota — renewal model, mandated topics, live/interactive rules, and home-study limits — with links to the official regulator.
LMFT
- Ethical and professional studies (ethics) — 3 h
- Cultural competency / serving diverse populations — 4 h
- Supervision (Board-Approved Supervisors only) — 4 hOnly for those holding MN LMFT Board-Approved Supervisor status
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How many CE hours does an LMFT need in Minnesota?
An LMFT must complete 40 CE / continuing-education hours every 2 years in Minnesota. That total includes 3 hours of ethics.
Are there required CE topics for LMFT in Minnesota?
Yes. Minnesota requires the following CE topics for LMFT: Ethical and professional studies (ethics) (3 h); Cultural competency / serving diverse populations (4 h); Supervision (Board-Approved Supervisors only) (4 h).
Can LMFT CE be completed online in Minnesota?
Generally yes — Minnesota does not require live or interactive hours for LMFT, so approved online / home-study CE can typically satisfy the requirement. Home-study note: No fixed numeric self-study cap published; independent study, teaching/presenting, and authoring are accepted alternate formats. Courses must carry board CE approval..
What else should LMFT renewals know in Minnesota?
Minnesota Board of Marriage and Family Therapy. 40 hours per 2-year cycle ending December 31 of odd-numbered years, including 3 hours ethical/professional studies and 4 hours cultural competency. Board-Approved Supervisors must additionally complete 4 supervision hours. No live/interactive minimum and no tele-mental-health hour mandate in Minn. R. 5300.0320.