How many CE hours does a Ohio Licensed Clinical Social Worker need to renew?

Ohio Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensees must complete 30 continuing education hours every 2 year(s) to renew their license.

Are there required topics for Ohio Licensed Clinical Social Worker CE?

Yes. Required topics include: Ethics (3 hours).

Is online CE accepted for Ohio Licensed Clinical Social Worker renewal?

All hours may be completed online

When is the Ohio Licensed Clinical Social Worker license renewal deadline?

Renewal is due on the anniversary of your original licensure date.

Which board oversees Ohio Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensing?

The Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board oversees Ohio Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensure. More information is available at https://cswmft.ohio.gov/license-renewal.

Ohio Licensed Clinical Social Worker CE Renewal Requirements

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0 of 30 hrs

Deadline: Two years from date of issuance (individualized)

Required Every Renewal

Ethics3 hrs

Conditional Requirements

Supervision3 hrs

Required for licensees holding the supervision designation ("S").

General Hours

Elective courses of your choice

27 hrs

Board Notes

All continuing education must be board-approved; approved programs and providers are recognized for the license type. Distance learning is accepted for the full requirement.

Accepted Accreditations

Board-approved continuing education programsBoard-approved CE providersNational professional associationsRegionally accredited educational institutionsOther state licensure boards

CE courses from providers approved by these accreditors count toward your Ohio Licensed Clinical Social Worker renewal requirements.

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Data last verified: May 19, 2026