Nevada Counselor and Therapist Licensure Renewal Dates and CE Requirements -

In Nevada, counselors and therapists must meet specific credentialing and licensure requirements to practice legally. The state offers several licensure types, each with its own set of educational, examination, and supervised experience requirements.

Below are the key credentials and licensure pathways, along with details on the renewal process and associated fees.

Credentialing and Licensure Requirements

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC):
- Education: Requires a master’s or doctoral degree in counseling or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
- Supervised Experience: 3,000 hours of post-master’s supervised experience, with at least 1,500 hours being direct client contact.
- Examination: Pass the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE) or an equivalent state-approved exam.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT):
- Education: Must have a master’s or doctoral degree in marriage and family therapy, or a related mental health field with coursework that meets the state’s requirements.
- Supervised Experience: Completion of 3,000 hours of supervised practice, with at least 1,500 hours of direct client contact in marriage and family therapy.
- Examination: Pass the national MFT exam approved by the Association of Marital and Family Therapy Regulatory Boards (AMFTRB).
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Intern (CPC-Intern) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Intern (MFT-Intern):
- These are temporary licenses for individuals who have met the educational requirements but are completing their supervised practice hours.
- Interns must be under the supervision of an approved licensed professional.

Licensure Renewal Details

Renewal Cycle: Licenses in Nevada for counselors and therapists are renewed biennially (every two years). The specific deadline for license renewal varies depending on the initial date of licensure.
Continuing Education (CE) Requirements: Professionals must complete 40 hours of CE during each renewal period. Of those hours, at least 6 hours must be in ethics, and at least 2 hours in suicide prevention training.

Fees for Licenses

Initial Application Fees:
- LCPC: $150
- LMFT: $150
- CPC-Intern and MFT-Intern: $75
Licensure Exam Fees:
- NCMHCE Exam: $275
- AMFTRB Exam: $365
Renewal Fees:
- LCPC: $150 (every two years)
- LMFT: $150 (every two years)
- CPC-Intern and MFT-Intern: $100 (annual renewal for interns)

Additional Information

Late renewal or failure to complete CE requirements can result in penalties or the need to apply for reinstatement, which includes additional fees and documentation.
It’s important to track your renewal deadlines and CE hours to avoid any lapses in licensure.

Sources:

Nevada Board of Examiners for Marriage and Family Therapists and Clinical Professional Counselors (NBOPC) Official Website: https://marriage.nv.gov/
National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE) Details: https://www.nbcc.org/
Association of Marital and Family Therapy Regulatory Boards (AMFTRB): https://www.amftrb.org/

These steps and fees ensure that Nevada counselors and therapists maintain professional standards and stay current with industry practices while fulfilling their licensure obligations.

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2) Nevada Counselor and Therapist Continuing Education Requirements

In Nevada, counselors and therapists must meet specific Continuing Education (CE) requirements to maintain their licenses and ensure they stay current with developments in their fields. The Nevada Board of Examiners for Marriage and Family Therapists and Clinical Professional Counselors sets these standards, which are required for the biennial license renewal process.

Below is a detailed overview of the CE requirements for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors (LCPCs), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), and interns in these fields.

Continuing Education (CE) Requirements

Total CE Hours Required:
- Licensed counselors and therapists must complete 40 hours of Continuing Education every two years to be eligible for license renewal.
Mandatory Topics:
- Ethics: Of the 40 required hours, 6 hours must be in ethics. This is to ensure that counselors and therapists are well-versed in the ethical standards of their profession, which cover topics such as client confidentiality, professional boundaries, and ethical decision-making.
- Suicide Prevention: Nevada mandates that all licensed counselors and therapists complete at least 2 hours of suicide prevention training during each renewal cycle. This training can include suicide risk assessment, intervention techniques, and prevention strategies.
- Cultural Competence: While not a strict requirement for every renewal cycle, courses in cultural competence or diversity are strongly encouraged, as understanding diverse populations is critical to ethical and effective therapy practice.
Approved CE Providers:
- CE courses must be approved by recognized professional organizations or accrediting bodies. Acceptable providers include, but are not limited to:
  - American Counseling Association (ACA)
  - National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)
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  - American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)
  - Universities and educational institutions accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
Online and In-Person Courses:
- Licensed counselors and therapists in Nevada can fulfill their CE requirements through a combination of online and in-person courses. However, it’s important to verify that online courses meet the Nevada Board’s approval standards.
CE Requirements for Interns:
- Interns (CPC-Interns and MFT-Interns) are also required to complete Continuing Education. They must obtain 20 CE hours annually, including 2 hours in ethics and 2 hours in suicide prevention. These hours ensure that interns remain current on professional standards as they work toward full licensure.
Carryover Hours:
- Nevada does not allow CE hours to be carried over from one renewal period to the next. Each renewal cycle requires a fresh set of 40 hours.
Documentation and Record-Keeping:
- Counselors and therapists are responsible for maintaining proof of completed CE hours in the event of an audit by the Nevada Board.
- Documentation should include certificates of completion and any other relevant records indicating the number of hours completed, course titles, and the dates of the training.
- Professionals must keep these records for at least four years in case of a Board audit or verification request.
Penalties for Non-Compliance:
- Failure to meet the CE requirements can result in disciplinary action from the Board, including fines or suspension of licensure.
- If CE hours are incomplete by the renewal deadline, the license may not be renewed until the hours are completed, which can also result in additional reinstatement fees.

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