Stay Licensed, Stay Current
Continuing Education (CEUs) are required for Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs) in New York to maintain active registration and continue practicing.
They’re not just a requirement—they ensure you stay current with evolving standards, ethics, and clinical practices.
What Are CEUs?
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are structured learning activities that support ongoing professional development after licensure. They may include:
- Workshops and trainings
- Webinars and online courses
- Conferences and professional events
To count toward licensure, CEUs must be completed through providers approved by the New York State Education Department.
New York State Requirements
Licensed Mental Health Counselors in New York must complete:
- 36 hours of continuing education
- Every 3 years, as part of license registration renewal
Self-Study Limits
New York State places limits on self-study (independent learning, such as recorded webinars or online modules):
- No more than 12 hours in a 36-month period
- Or no more than one-third of the required hours in other registration periods
This means the majority of your CEUs must come from live or interactive learning experiences.
Continuing Education
The NYMHCA Institute
The NYMHCA Institute is an approved provider of continuing education for mental health professionals in New York State. Our programs are designed to meet licensure requirements while supporting real-world clinical practice
We offer:
- Live and virtual trainings
- Workshops and webinars
- Topic-specific education grounded in current practice and policy
All offerings are aligned with New York State requirements and led by experienced professionals in the field.
