LMFT Continuing Education Requirements in Virginia (2026)
Virginia Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT) must complete 20 hours of continuing education every year under rules set by the Virginia Board of Counseling (18VAC115-20-105). Within that total, one mandate reserves hours for specific topics — the table below shows each one.
| Requirement | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| General CE — Virginia Counselling | 20 | Every renewal |
| Ethics — Virginia Counselling | 2 | Every renewal |
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Summarized from 18VAC115-20-105, which we last checked on Aug 17, 2026. Informational summary, not legal advice. Requirements change — always confirm against your board's current rules before relying on them for renewal.