Washington Licensed Mental Health Counselor Continuing Education Requirements
Washington LMHCs need 32 continuing education (CE) hours every 24 months (2 years) to renew their license.
Required CE topics
These hours are part of the 32-hour total — not in addition to it.
| Topic | Hours |
|---|---|
| Ethics or Law | 6 |
| Health Equity | 2 |
| Suicide Risk Assessment | 6 |
Renewal cycle
Biennial cycle anchored to the license's expiration date. Activities must fall within the 24-month period preceding renewal — except for cross-cycle recurrence requirements (health equity / suicide), which have their own multi-year windows.
Documentation to keep
- dated certificate with ce hours
- program or activity description
Track your Washington LMHC CE automatically
CE Tracker applies these rules to your activities and shows what's left before renewal. Free during beta.
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- Washington board / state source (doh.wa.gov)
- Washington board / state source (app.leg.wa.gov)
- Washington board / state source (app.leg.wa.gov)
Frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do Washington LMHCs need?
Washington LMHCs must complete 32 continuing education hours every 24 months (2 years) to renew.
What specific CE topics are required for Washington LMHCs?
Within the 32-hour total, Washington requires: 6 hours of ethics or law; 2 hours of health equity; 6 hours of suicide risk assessment. The remaining hours may be general continuing education.
Where do these Washington LMHC 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 Washington LMHC 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.