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Free continuing education courses matched to your license and state requirements.
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Type any topic — trauma, ethics, substance use — and find matching free CE courses instantly.
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Narrow results by your license type (LCSW, LPC, MFT, etc.) and the states where you're approved.
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Each course is labeled with a clear free-status — from fully free CE credit to free training with optional CE fees — plus a last-verified date.
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Finding free CE is step one. CEHive's tracker turns scattered certificates into a clear path to your next license renewal.
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Snap a photo or drag in a PDF certificate — CEHive auto-extracts the course, credits, and date. No manual data entry.
CE Tracker Dashboard
See your completed hours, progress toward state requirements, and renewal deadlines in one live dashboard.
Renewal Planner
Set your renewal date and CEHive shows exactly what you still need — by topic, format, and state requirement.
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Generate a board-ready CE audit report with one click. Never scramble for certificates at renewal time again.
Free CE by License Type
Browse free CE courses curated for your profession and renewal requirements
Browse Free CE by Topic Area
Find courses on the topics your state board requires most, from ethics to trauma-informed care.
Ethics & Professional Conduct
Required by nearly every state board. Topics cover confidentiality, dual relationships, mandatory reporting, telehealth ethics, and the NASW and APA codes of ethics.
Suicide Prevention
Many state boards now mandate specific hours in suicide risk assessment and safe messaging. Free trainings from SAMHSA and Zero Suicide Institute are widely accepted.
Trauma-Informed Care
Evidence-based approaches including Trauma-Focused CBT, EMDR foundations, somatic therapies, and working with survivors of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs).
Cultural Competency
Required in many states. Covers multicultural counseling, anti-racism frameworks, working with LGBTQ+ clients, and culturally responsive assessment practices.
Substance Use Disorders
Screening and brief intervention (SBIRT), motivational interviewing, harm reduction, medication-assisted treatment, and co-occurring disorders.
Telehealth & Technology
Best practices for remote therapy, HIPAA compliance in virtual settings, informed consent for telehealth, and ethical use of AI tools in clinical practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about free CE for mental health license renewal.
Disclaimer
Users are responsible for verifying CE acceptance with their licensing board. Course approvals and availability may change. Always confirm that courses meet your specific state and license requirements before relying on them for renewal. CEHive is not affiliated with any licensing board, CE provider, or professional association.