Psychologists · Oregon · Continuing education
Oregon Psychologist CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- Psychologist/Psychologist Associate: 40 credits every 2 years, including 4 h medical ethics, professionalism & law, 2 h suicide prevention, 4 h cultural competency, 1 h pain management; renewal by the end of your birth month.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Oregon Psychologist/Psychologist Associate CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 40credits
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- Birth month
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- By the end of your birth month
- Accepted credit
- Learning activities contributing to professional competence: programs of recognized mental health organizations, accredited university/college courses, workplace education, organized study groups, home study, publications, lecturing, Board service, ethics committee meetings, reading (max 4 hours). The Board does not pre-approve providers
- Renewal fee
- $600
- New licensees
- No CE reporting for individuals licensed twelve months or less on their first renewal date.
- Audits & records
- Annual random audit; keep evidence of completion for two years after the reporting period. Fines for deficient hours ($250-$1000).
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Medical ethics, professionalism & lawActive and semi-active licensees: professional ethics and/or Oregon laws and regulations | 4 | every renewal |
| Suicide preventionActive and semi-active licensees: suicide risk assessment, treatment and management (since July 1, 2022) | 2 | every renewal |
| Cultural competencyActive and semi-active licensees | 4 | every renewal |
| Pain managementActive and semi-active licensees; Oregon Pain Management Commission web module qualifies | 1 | every renewal |
Good to know. Biennial renewal, last day of birth month. Home study plus study groups max 20 hours; teaching plus publications max 20 hours; reading max 4 hours. Active renewal fee $600.
Source: secure.sos.state.or.us · OAR 858-040-0015 to 858-040-0070; OAR 858-030 (fees) · checked Oct 28, 2026
04 Questions
How do I verify a psychologist license in Oregon?
Use the license lookup of the Oregon Board of Psychology (Mental Health Regulatory Agency) (oregon.gov/psychology); 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 Oregon?
40 credits every 2 years.
When is the renewal deadline for psychologists in Oregon?
Licenses renew by the end of your birth month (2 years cycle).