If you hold an Alabama psychologist license, the Alabama Board of Examiners in Psychology requires 20 hours of continuing education every year. There are no state-mandated subject areas, so you can choose any combination of APA-approved CE relevant to your practice. Up to 6 surplus hours may carry over to the next year. Below is the full breakdown of what you need and when it is due.
20 hours / year
Twenty hours of approved continuing education each annual renewal period.
No mandated topics
Alabama does not require specific CE subjects; choose any approved courses.
6-hour carryover
Up to 6 surplus hours may be carried over to the following year.
Due October 15
Annual renewal is due by October 15 each year.
How many CE hours Alabama psychologists need
Alabama requires 20 hours of continuing education every year. The Board recognizes American Psychological Association (APA)-approved sponsors as CE providers. Up to 6 surplus hours may be carried into the next year.
Mandated subject requirements
Alabama does not mandate specific CE subjects for psychologists. You may satisfy the 20-hour requirement with any combination of approved courses relevant to your practice.
Renewal cycle and deadlines
Alabama psychologist licenses renew annually, with renewal due by October 15. Complete and document your 20 hours before that date.
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Always confirm with your licensing board
Alabama psychologist licenses renew annually, with renewal due by October 15. Up to 6 surplus hours may be carried over to the following year. Psychological technicians have a lower requirement (10 hours/year).
CE requirements change. Confirm current rules with the Alabama Board of Examiners in Psychology before relying on these figures.
Source: Alabama Board of Examiners in Psychology. Board website · Researched as of 2026-06-01 · CME rules change; this is administrative guidance, not legal or CME-accreditation advice.
Licensed in more than one state?
Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact: active. Active for telepsychology and temporary in-person practice across participating states; not a single multistate license.
Each state license carries its own CME requirement and renewal date — if you hold more than one, you need a plan for each.
Alabama Psychologist CE Requirements — Frequently Asked Questions
How many CE hours do Alabama psychologists need?
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20 hours of approved continuing education every year.
Does Alabama require specific CE topics for psychologists?
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No — Alabama does not mandate specific subject areas. You may choose any combination of APA-approved courses.
Can I carry over CE hours in Alabama?
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Yes — up to 6 surplus hours may be carried over to the following year.
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