What CE categories are required for licensed independent clinical social workers in Alabama?

Clinical (3 hrs must be a comprehensive review of the current DSM): 6 hours; Ethics: 3 hours. Board rules change — verify against the official source.

Alabama Clinical Social Worker CE category requirements

How the 30 CE hours every 2 years breaks down by category for licensed independent clinical social workers in Alabama, sourced from the official board.

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Required categories

Clinical (3 hrs must be a comprehensive review of the current DSM)

Ethics

30 contact hours every 2 years; 10 hours must be a live classroom event. CE documentation is submitted with the renewal application; the board may refuse renewal if credits cannot be substantiated.

Official source: Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners

Full requirements: Alabama Clinical Social Worker CE requirements
When it's due: Alabama Clinical Social Worker license renewal deadline
What it costs: Alabama Clinical Social Worker license renewal fees
Audits & penalties: Alabama Clinical Social Worker CE audits & penalties

⚠️Board rules change. Verify every figure against the official source before relying on it.

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Alabama Clinical Social Worker CE category requirements

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