California Licensed Psychologist Continuing Education Requirements
California PSYs need 36 continuing education (CE) hours every 24 months (2 years) to renew their license.
Required CE topics
These hours are part of the 36-hour total — not in addition to it.
| Topic | Hours |
|---|---|
| Laws and Ethics (California) | 4 |
| Cultural Diversity and/or Social Justice | 4 |
| Supervision coursework — if you provide clinical supervision | 6 |
Renewal cycle
Biennial CPD period tied to license expiration. The 36-hour CPD rule applies to license expirations on or after 2023-01-01.
Documentation to keep
- dated certificate with ce hours
- program or activity description
- records retained four years
Track your California PSY CE automatically
CE Tracker applies these rules to your activities and shows what's left before renewal. Free during beta.
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- California board / state source (psychology.ca.gov)
- California administrative code (law.cornell.edu)
Frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do California PSYs need?
California PSYs must complete 36 continuing education hours every 24 months (2 years) to renew.
What specific CE topics are required for California PSYs?
Within the 36-hour total, California requires: 4 hours of laws and ethics (california); 4 hours of cultural diversity and/or social justice; 6 hours of supervision coursework (if you provide clinical supervision). The remaining hours may be general continuing education.
Where do these California PSY CE requirements come from?
These requirements are taken directly from the licensing board's published rules, last reviewed 2026-06-25.
Can I track my California PSY CE automatically?
Yes. CE Tracker applies these rules to your logged activities and shows exactly what you still need before renewal. Sign in with your email to start — it's free during beta.
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This page is general information, not legal or compliance advice. Always confirm requirements with your licensing board.