Psychologists · Rhode Island · Continuing education
Rhode Island Psychologist CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- Psychologist: 24 credits every 2 years; renewal by July 1 in even-numbered years.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Rhode Island Psychologist CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 24credits
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- Jul 1, even yrs
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- By July 1 in even-numbered years
- Accepted credit
- Programs relevant to psychology sponsored or approved by APA or the RI Psychological Association, other recognized psychological organizations and national/state associations of licensed mental health professions, state nurses associations, state medical societies or medical schools with APA-approved postdoctoral programs; postdoctoral coursework from regionally accredited colleges; other Board-approved agencies
- New licensees
- Psychologists initially licensed by examination after the July 1 renewal date are exempt until the next renewal cycle.
- Audits & records
- Random audit by the Department; keep documentation for at least four years from the renewal date.
Good to know. CE cycle July 1 - June 30 of even-numbered years; renewal due on or before July 1 of even years. Internet, correspondence and recorded courses are acceptable. No mandatory topic hours in the rule.
Source: rules.sos.ri.gov · 216-RICR-40-05-15 (§§ 15.9, 15.10) · checked Oct 28, 2026
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05 Questions
How do I verify a psychologist license in Rhode Island?
Use the license lookup of the Rhode Island Board of Psychology (RI Department of Health) (health.ri.gov); 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 Rhode Island?
24 credits every 2 years.
When is the renewal deadline for psychologists in Rhode Island?
Licenses renew by July 1 in even-numbered years (2 years cycle).