Free CE for Social Workers / Ohio
Ohio social workers (LSW and LISW) must complete 30 hours of continuing education every 2 years, including 3 hours in ethics.
✓ Verified against the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage & Family Therapist (CSWMFT) Board on July 30, 2026
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Ethics | 3 | every renewal; counts within the 30 |
| Supervision (LISW-S designation only) | 3 | every renewal; counts within the 30 |
OAC 4757-9-01. All CE must be completed and reported through CE Broker before renewal. The board automatically accepts CE approved by the CSWMFT Board, ASWB ACE, national NASW, or NASW-Ohio. Up to 12 hours may carry over to the next renewal period. Renewal runs on each licensee's individual 2-year cycle; CE is not required for Inactive/Escrow status.
Yes — Ohio accepts continuing education from nationally accredited providers, so courses from an accredited provider like the ones on Pulse count toward your renewal.
Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage & Family Therapist (CSWMFT) Board
https://cswmft.ohio.gov/license-renewal/renewal-resources/before-you-renew
Requirements change. Confirm all figures on the board site above before relying on them.
Pulse offers free, accredited CE for LMSWs and LCSWs. Local healthcare organizations cover the cost — you pay nothing, and the hours apply toward your Ohio requirement (subject to the board rules above).
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