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LCSW Continuing Education Requirements in New Jersey (2026)

New Jersey Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW) must complete 40 hours of continuing education every 2 years under rules set by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs. Within that total, 2 mandates reserve hours for specific topics — the table below shows each one.

RequirementHoursHow often
General CE — New Jersey40Every renewal
Ethics — New Jersey5Every renewal
Social & Cultural Competence — New Jersey3Every renewal

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Informational summary, not legal advice. Requirements change — always confirm against your board's current rules before relying on them for renewal.