California Clinical Social Worker CE audits & penalties

What happens if a licensed clinical social worker misses CE requirements in California, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.

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A license that is not renewed expires and may not be used to practice. Failure to complete required CE when renewing may result in citations, fines, and disciplinary action. (Delinquent-fee amount and post-expiration reinstatement provisions not verified from official sources.)Verify with board

How compliance is checked

The board may audit continuing education compliance; retain CE records for at least 2 years.

Official source: California Board of Behavioral Sciences

⚠️Don't learn this the hard way. Penalties are set by the board and can change — verify against the official source before relying on this summary.

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