As a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) in California, it is important to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in your field. Continuing education is an essential part of professional growth and development, as it helps you maintain your knowledge and skills, and ensures that you are delivering the best possible care to your clients.
What’s Required?
Marriage and Family Therapists (MFTs) in California are required to participate in continuing education (CE) to maintain their license. The California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) oversees the requirements and ensures that MFTs stay up-to-date with the latest knowledge and practices in their field. In this blog post, we will go over the CE requirements for MFTs in California.
How Many Hours Are Required?
First, it's important to note that MFTs in California are required to renew their license every two years. As part of the renewal process, MFTs must complete 36 hours of CE coursework. Of those 36 hours, 6 hours must be in law and ethics. There are also two one-time courses required for renewal: Suicide Risk Assessment and Intervention (6 hours) and Telehealth (3 hours, required after July 1, 2023).
All CE hours can be obtained through interactive, electronic means including online, teleconferencing, and video.
There are also alternative ways to earn CEs including teaching, BBS Enforcement Case Review, through serving as a BBS Subject Matter Expert, and more.
Where Can Approved Courses Be Found?
In terms of finding CE coursework, MFTs in California have a variety of options There are many organizations that offer CE coursework for MFTs, including professional associations, universities, and online providers like Gerry Grossman Seminars.
In conclusion, continuing education is a crucial component of maintaining a license as an MFT in California. MFTs must complete 36 hours of coursework every two years, with specific requirements law and ethics, one-time course requirements, and additional coursework for expanding their scope of practice. By staying up-to-date with the latest knowledge and practices, MFTs can provide the best possible care for their clients.
