Texas Licensed Professional Counselor Continuing Education Requirements
Texas LPCs need 24 continuing education (CE) hours every 24 months (2 years) to renew their license.
Required CE topics
These hours are part of the 24-hour total — not in addition to it.
| Topic | Hours |
|---|---|
| Ethics or Law | 6 |
| Cultural Competency | 3 |
| Clinical Supervision — if you provide clinical supervision | 6 |
Renewal cycle
Biennial renewal anchored to license expiration, which itself aligns to the licensee's birth month under BHEC rules.
Format limits & what counts
- ≤50% of CE hours may come from any single provider the licensee chooses. BHEC does not approve specific providers; self-attestation against rule criteria.
Documentation to keep
- dated certificate with ce hours
- program or activity description
Track your Texas LPC CE automatically
CE Tracker applies these rules to your activities and shows what's left before renewal. Free during beta.
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- Texas board / state source (bhec.texas.gov)
- Texas board / state source (bhec.texas.gov)
- Texas administrative code (law.cornell.edu)
Frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do Texas LPCs need?
Texas LPCs must complete 24 continuing education hours every 24 months (2 years) to renew.
What specific CE topics are required for Texas LPCs?
Within the 24-hour total, Texas requires: 6 hours of ethics or law; 3 hours of cultural competency; 6 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 Texas LPC CE?
Most formats count, but some carry per-cycle caps. See the format rules above for the specifics that apply to Texas LPCs.
Where do these Texas 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 Texas 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.
Similar licenses in nearby states
- New Mexico LPCC
- Oklahoma LPC
- Arkansas LPC
- Louisiana LPC
- Alabama LPC
- Alaska LPC
- Arizona LPC
- Colorado LPC
This page is general information, not legal or compliance advice. Always confirm requirements with your licensing board.