LMFT Continuing Education Requirements in Pennsylvania (2026)
Pennsylvania Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT) must complete 30 hours of continuing education every 2 years under rules set by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists and Professional Counselors (49 Pa. Code §§47.36, 48.36, 49.36). Within that total, 2 mandates reserve hours for specific topics — the table below shows each one.
| Requirement | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| General CE — Pennsylvania | 30 | Every renewal |
| Child Abuse Recognition & Reporting — Pennsylvania | 2 | Every renewal |
| Ethics — Pennsylvania | 3 | Every renewal |
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Summarized from 49 Pa. Code §§47.36, 48.36, 49.36, which we last checked on Aug 16, 2026. Informational summary, not legal advice. Requirements change — always confirm against your board's current rules before relying on them for renewal.