Psychologists · New Jersey · Continuing education
New Jersey Psychologist CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- Psychologist: 40 credits every 2 years, including 1 h opioid prescribing & pain management, 4 h domestic violence, 1 h state laws & rules (jurisprudence); renewal by June 30 in odd-numbered years.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
New Jersey Psychologist CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 40credits
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- Jun 30, odd yrs
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- By June 30 in odd-numbered years
- Accepted credit
- At least 20 credits related to psychology presented or approved by APA, National Register of Health Service Psychologists, ASPPB or AMA; up to 20 from graduate courses (max 20), textbook chapters (max 5), peer-reviewed articles (max 5), new lectures/seminars (max 5), new course teaching/curriculum (max 5)
- Carryover
- Up to 10 credits may be carried over to the next renewal period.
- New licensees
- New licensees do not complete CE before licensure; CE is due after being licensed for 2 years (Board FAQ).
- Audits & records
- Do not send proofs unless requested; Board audits; keep proof 4 years after completion.
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Opioid prescribing & pain management | 1 | every renewal |
| Domestic violence | 4 | every renewal |
| State laws & rules (jurisprudence) | 1 | every renewal |
Good to know. Of 40 credits: 4 in domestic violence, 1 on prescription opioid drugs (risks and signs of abuse, addiction, diversion), 1 via the Board's online jurisprudence review (N.J.A.C. 13:42-10.21(c)). CE due by June 30 of odd years. Board posted a revised Rule 10 for public comment (12/2025).
Source: www.njconsumeraffairs.gov · N.J.A.C. 13:42-10.21; N.J.S.A. 45:14B · checked Oct 28, 2026
04 Questions
How do I verify a psychologist license in New Jersey?
Use the license lookup of the New Jersey State Board of Psychological Examiners (njconsumeraffairs.gov/psy); the board's own record is the primary source. CE status itself is checked by the board at renewal.
How many CE hours do psychologists need in New Jersey?
40 credits every 2 years.
When is the renewal deadline for psychologists in New Jersey?
Licenses renew by June 30 in odd-numbered years (2 years cycle).