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North Carolina Psychology Continuing Education Requirements

What North Carolina requires for continuing education (2026), in plain English. Keep Licensed tracks every one of these requirements automatically as you add your CE.

Licensed Psychological Associate

A Licensed Psychological Associate renewal requires 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years.

Required hours

  • At least 3 hours must be in ethics.

Official source: the North Carolina board

Licensed Psychologist

A Licensed Psychologist renewal requires 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years.

Required hours

  • At least 3 hours must be in ethics.

Official source: the North Carolina board

Provisionally Licensed Psychologist

A Provisionally Licensed Psychologist renewal requires 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years.

Required hours

  • At least 3 hours must be in ethics.

Official source: the North Carolina board

More North Carolina Psychology licenses coming soon: Temporarily Licensed Psychologist.

Note: your renewal cycle starts on your license issue date, so a partial first cycle is prorated. Keep Licensed handles that for you.

This page is for general information and is not legal or compliance advice. Requirements change; always confirm the current rules with your licensing board or credentialing body before you renew.

Frequently asked questions

How many continuing education hours does a Licensed Psychological Associate need to renew?
A Licensed Psychological Associate renewal requires 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years. At least 3 hours must be in ethics.
How many continuing education hours does a Licensed Psychologist need to renew?
A Licensed Psychologist renewal requires 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years. At least 3 hours must be in ethics.
How many continuing education hours does a Provisionally Licensed Psychologist need to renew?
A Provisionally Licensed Psychologist renewal requires 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years. At least 3 hours must be in ethics.
Does Keep Licensed track North Carolina Psychology continuing education automatically?
Yes. Add your license, forward or upload your CE certificates, and Keep Licensed reads each one and matches it to these requirements, so you always know whether you are covered for your next renewal.

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