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Continuing Education for Psychology

General Information about Continuing Education for Licensed Psychologists

Beginning January 1, 2021 each Licensed Psychologist must complete 36 hours of approved continuing education courses for each triennial registration period. All courses must be taken from psychology providers approved by the State Education Department, on the basis of an application, fee and the requirements in Education Law and Commissioner’s Regulations. Only courses taken from approved providers on or after January 1, 2021 are acceptable.

This site offers information for licensees and entities seeking to be designated as an approved provider of continuing education coursework for licensed psychologists.

Questions and Answers for Licensed Psychologists

Continuing Education Provider Approval under Section 72.6(i) of the Regulations of the Commissioner

A listing of Providers that have been approved by the Department to offer psychology continuing education