If you hold a Rhode Island psychologist license, the Rhode Island Board of Psychology requires 24 hours of approved continuing education every two years. There are no mandated subject areas, and all 24 hours may be online or distance learning. CE must be reported by May 31, with renewal due June 30. Below is the full breakdown.
24 hours / 2 years
Twenty-four hours of approved continuing education each biennial cycle.
No mandated topics
Rhode Island does not require specific CE subjects.
Online allowed
All 24 hours may be online or distance learning.
Reported by May 31
CE is reported by May 31, with renewal due June 30.
How many CE hours Rhode Island psychologists need
Rhode Island requires 24 hours of approved continuing education every two years. Activities must be approved by the APA, a recognized psychology organization, an accredited university, or the Board.
Mandated subject requirements
Rhode Island does not mandate specific CE subjects for psychologists. You may satisfy the 24-hour requirement with any combination of approved courses relevant to your practice.
Renewal cycle and deadlines
Rhode Island psychologist licenses renew every two years. CE is reported by May 31, with the renewal date of June 30. All 24 hours may be online.
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Always confirm with your licensing board
Rhode Island psychologists complete 24 hours of approved CE every two years, reported by May 31 with a June 30 renewal. All 24 hours may be online/distance learning. There are no mandated subject areas. Activities must be approved by the APA, a recognized organization, or the Board.
CE requirements change. Confirm current rules with the Rhode Island Board of Psychology before relying on these figures.
Source: Rhode Island Board of 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.
Rhode Island Psychologist CE Requirements — Frequently Asked Questions
How many CE hours do Rhode Island psychologists need?
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24 hours every two years.
Does Rhode Island require specific CE topics for psychologists?
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No — Rhode Island does not mandate specific subject areas.
Can Rhode Island psychologists complete all CE online?
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Yes — all 24 hours may be online or distance learning.
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