NBCC-approved CE courses for licensed counselors — take them from anywhere.
MindLift Academy is an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP). Our self-paced online courses are accepted in most U.S. states for licensed counselor renewal — ethics, telehealth, cultural competency, crisis intervention, and more.
About our NBCC approval — Continuing education counselors
MindLift Alliance is an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP). Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. MindLift Alliance is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs it presents. NBCC approval is the most widely recognized continuing education standard for licensed professional counselors in the United States, accepted by state licensing boards in Texas, Virginia, Arkansas, Ohio, Mississippi, Florida, Georgia, Colorado, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Illinois, New York, and most other states. Verify requirements with your state licensing board before enrolling.
Ethics — the most commonly required CE topic
Nearly every state licensing board for professional counselors requires a minimum number of ethics CE hours each renewal cycle. Our NBCC-approved ethics courses satisfy those requirements while covering content that is genuinely useful in clinical practice.
- Ethics & Professional Practice (6 hours) — $39.99
Ethical decision-making, dual relationships, documentation, professional conduct - Telehealth Ethics & Best Practices (2 hours) — $13.99
Ethics and clinical standards specific to telehealth delivery - Telehealth Ethics & Best Practices (3 hours) — $22.99
Extended version with additional case study content
Clinical CE courses — crisis, co-occurring, cultural competency
Beyond ethics, our catalog covers the clinical topics counselors encounter most in practice — and that licensing boards increasingly require or recommend as continuing education.
Cultural Competency Essentials (3 hours) — $9.99: Language, identity, implicit bias, and working effectively with diverse populations. Accepted in Texas, Florida, Georgia, Colorado, North Carolina, and most other states.
Crisis Intervention & Management (3 hours) — $19.99 / 6 hours — $47: Assessment, de-escalation protocols, safety planning, and mandatory reporting requirements for mental health crises.
Understanding Co-Occurring Mental Health Conditions (6 hours) — $39.99: Substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders — clinical assessment, treatment planning, and evidence-based approaches.
Suicide Prevention & Crisis Intervention (4 hours) — $22.99: Risk assessment, safety planning, and postvention protocols for licensed counselors.
Treatment Planning & Case Conceptualization (3 hours) — $13.99: Evidence-based frameworks for clinical documentation, diagnostic formulation, and measurable treatment goals. Learn more about CE standards at NBCC.org.
Online CE courses — your questions answered
Which states accept NBCC-approved CE credits?
NBCC-approved CE is accepted in the vast majority of U.S. states for licensed professional counselor renewal, including Texas, Virginia, Arkansas, Ohio, Mississippi, Florida, Georgia, Colorado, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Illinois, New York, Arizona, and many others. A small number of states require board-specific approval in addition to or instead of NBCC. We recommend confirming with your state licensing board before purchasing.
How do I get my certificate after completing a course?
Certificates of completion are issued automatically upon passing the end-of-course assessment. You can download and print your certificate immediately from your student dashboard. Certificates include the course title, CE hours awarded, NBCC approval information, completion date, and your name as registered in the system.
Can I take individual courses or do I need to buy a bundle?
Both options are available. Individual courses can be purchased separately at the prices listed above. If you need to complete your entire renewal cycle, our state CE renewal bundles offer a discounted package for Texas, Virginia, Arkansas, Ohio, and Mississippi.
Are these courses truly self-paced — no scheduled live sessions?
Yes — all courses are fully self-paced. There are no live sessions, no cohort start dates, and no deadlines other than your own license renewal deadline. You can start, pause, and resume at any time. Access is typically available for 12 months from the date of purchase, giving you ample time to complete your renewal hours on your own schedule.
Earn your CE hours today — NBCC approved, self-paced.
Browse the full catalog and enroll in the courses that fit your renewal requirements.