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Arizona LCSW CEU Requirements (2026–2027)
The Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners requires 30 clock hours every two years, with sub-requirements in ethics and cultural competency plus a state statutes tutorial. Here's the verified breakdown.
Last verified: April 2026 · Source: ARS Title 32; Arizona Administrative Code (AAC) R4-6-801, R4-6-802
The short version
| Requirement | Hours | Cycle |
|---|---|---|
| Total continuing education (clock hours) | 30 | Every 2 years |
| Behavioral Health Ethics or Mental Health Law | 3 | Every 2 years |
| Cultural Competency or Diversity | 3 | Every 2 years |
| Arizona Statutes/Regulations Tutorial | 3 | Every 2 years |
Arizona also requires a board-approved tutorial on Arizona statutes and regulations every cycle. Under AAC R4-6-802 this is worth 3 clock hours and counts toward the 30-hour total.
About "clock hours"
Arizona is specific about this: the board measures CE in clock hours, not in CEUs or credit hours. One clock hour = 60 minutes of actual instruction. Most reputable providers already report in clock hours, but double-check certificates that use any other unit.
The Arizona Statutes Tutorial
Every renewal cycle, Arizona licensees must complete a board-approved tutorial on Arizona statutes and regulations. Under AAC R4-6-802 the tutorial is worth 3 clock hours and counts toward the 30-hour total. Required for every renewal since 2018-01-01, confirm the current version with BBHE at each renewal.
Renewal timing
Biennial renewal. The application becomes available 90 days before expiration.
Grace period
Arizona allows a 90-day grace period after expiration with a $100 late fee. After 90 days, there are no extensions, and you would need to reapply. Don't rely on the grace period as a planning tool.
Accepted CE formats
CE must be sponsored, approved, or offered by entities listed in AAC R4-6-802(D), and must relate to the scope of practice and maintenance/improvement of professional skill and competency.
Carryover
Arizona does not document a carryover allowance. Assume excess hours do not roll over.
Board links
Track these requirements automatically.
Still Licensed keeps your Arizona ethics and total hours up to date as you log each CE. Multi-state support means one entry can count toward every state you're licensed in.
This page is informational. Rules change. Verify against the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners (BBHE) before acting on anything here.