Oregon Licensed Professional Counselor Continuing Education Requirements
Oregon LPCs need 40 continuing education (CE) hours every 24 months (2 years) to renew their license.
Required CE topics
These hours are part of the 40-hour total — not in addition to it.
| Topic | Hours |
|---|---|
| Ethics or Law | 6 |
| Cultural Competency | 4 |
| Suicide Risk Assessment | 2 |
| Clinical Supervision — if you provide clinical supervision | 3 |
Renewal cycle
The 24-month reporting period precedes the license expiration date. License expiration aligns with the licensee's birth month; reporting period therefore ends on the last day of the birth month.
Format limits & what counts
- OAR 833-080-0041 — 5 credits per article in a refereed journal; capped at 20 per cycle.
- OAR 833-080-0041 — credit is 2× hours of presentation; capped at 20 per cycle.
First renewal (newly licensed)
OBLPCT: 12-month grace period from initial licensure with NO CE due. First full 24-month CE cycle begins at first renewal. This is NOT a linear proration.
Documentation to keep
- dated certificate with ce hours
- program or activity description
- transcripts for university credits
- signed supervision statement
Track your Oregon LPC CE automatically
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Frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do Oregon LPCs need?
Oregon LPCs must complete 40 continuing education hours every 24 months (2 years) to renew.
What specific CE topics are required for Oregon LPCs?
Within the 40-hour total, Oregon requires: 6 hours of ethics or law; 4 hours of cultural competency; 2 hours of suicide risk assessment; 3 hours of clinical supervision (if you provide clinical supervision). The remaining hours may be general continuing education.
Do online or self-study courses count toward Oregon LPC CE?
Most formats count, but some carry per-cycle caps. See the format rules above for the specifics that apply to Oregon LPCs.
What are the CE rules for a newly licensed Oregon LPC?
OBLPCT: 12-month grace period from initial licensure with NO CE due. First full 24-month CE cycle begins at first renewal. This is NOT a linear proration.
Where do these Oregon LPC CE requirements come from?
These requirements are taken directly from the licensing board's published rules, last reviewed 2026-06-13.
Can I track my Oregon LPC 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.