What are the Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Requirements in Washington?
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You’re probably here for one of two reasons: either your license renewal deadline’s creeping up, or you’re just trying to stay ahead of it without turning CE into another headache. Either way, we’ve built this page to help you sort through it - quickly and clearly.
We’ve pulled together what Washington requires, how our platform fits into that, and the options available.
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CE That Meets Washington Requirements
If you’re a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington, the requirements are:
A minimum of thirty six (36) contact hours of continuing education (CE) is required every two years for license renewal.
6 hours in ethics and law. 2 hours of health equity training every 4 years. 6 hours of suicide assessment, once every 6 years.
Associate-level Counselors: 18 hours of CE annually, with similar ethics and equity training requirements.
Our CE certificates meet Washington's Department of Health - Mental Health Counselors licensing renewal requirements and are widely accepted based on our status as an NBCC and ASWB approved CE provider.
Online CE Credits “Essentials CE Plan” – $45/month for 12 months.
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- Extensive On-Demand Home Study Library
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Unlike most CE providers who advertise a “monthly rate” but require full payment up front, the Essentials CE Plan let’s you choose. This membership offers:
- A true monthly payment option (spread your costs)
- No long-term obligation beyond your 12-month term
- No auto-renewal (you don’t have to remember any dates)
Certificate Programs: Specialize, Certify, and Signal Your Expertise
If you’re looking to go beyond CE checkboxes and build true clinical expertise, our Certificate Programs are designed for exactly that.
Each Cert Program is built to deepen your skillset in a targeted area of therapy delivery - while also granting a nationally recognized post-nominal credential upon completion.
Every Certificate Program Includes:
- Lifetime access to all course content
- A nationally recognized certification credential upon completion
- 4 free one-hour clinical consultations
- No time limits and no due dates to complete
- Self-paced, flexible learning designed by real clinicians
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Not everyone wants or needs a full subscription. Below are a few of our most commonly completed CE courses for Washington counselors:
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Live CE Webinars That Feel Like a Real Training Room
Get the best of both worlds: world-class, expert-led live instruction with a truly interactive, virtual in-person experience built to help you meet licensure board “live CE” requirements from anywhere.
Why clinicians choose our Live CE Webinars
- Interactive Q&A, in real time - ask questions and get clarity during the training
- Live, engaging instruction led by experienced faculty
- Instant CE credits after completion, so you can move on with your day
- Accepted for CE credit in all 50 states
- New webinars added frequently, so there’s always something relevant to your caseload
Want unlimited access?
Get unlimited access to ALL live CE webinars for a full year with our Essentials CE Plan at just $45/month for 12 months. You’ll also get access to a growing on-demand library, plus live expert sessions so you’re covered whether you need live hours, home study, or both.
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A Quick Note About Approvals —
Because That Matters
We're a nationally recognized CE provider—approved by both the NBCC and the ASWB, which means our courses are accepted by licensing boards in all 50 states, including Washington.
You don’t need to double-check every course or email someone for confirmation. We’ve done that work already. Your certificates are valid. They’re immediate. And they’re formatted exactly as your board expects them to be.
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(and Probably Some Relief)
We built Online CE Credits to feel less like a corporate portal and more like something made by
people who’ve actually done clinical work. Because we have.
One flat rate for 200+ CE hours – $45/month, no
obligation to renew at the end of your 12 month term.
Certificates available instantly after course completion
Every required CE topic is included – Ethics, suicide prevention, supervision, and more
Lifetime access to any course, webinar, or cert program you purchase individually (even if you purchase a membership later and elect not to renew it)
No timers, no need to plan around someone else’s schedule
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National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)
Online CE Credits has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6795. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Online CE Credits is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
Questions About Our CE Approvals
Our courses are approved by major licensing boards and organizations nationwide. Trust in our accredited continuing education programs.