Nebraska

CE Credit Acceptance Information

Nebraska accepts Elevate CE's credits for social workers.

The courses offered by Elevate Continuing Education fulfill the stated requirements for acceptable continuing education as outlined in the Nebraska board statutes governing continuing education. Please note that Nebraska states the following on the Mental Health and Social Work Board Practice Website: Nebraska does not review or approve CE offerings.

Elevate CE is an approved provider through the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) and the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). Both of these organizations are nationally recognized mental health associations and our courses uphold the highest standards as required by our licensing boards. Please visit the Nebraska Mental Health and Social Work Practice website to learn more at: https://dhhs.ne.gov/licensure/pages/mental-health-and-social-work-practice.aspx

Montana accepts Elevate CE's Credit Hours for professional counselors.

The courses offered by Elevate Continuing Education fulfill the stated requirements for acceptable continuing education as outlined in the Nebraska board statutes governing continuing education. Please note that Nebraska states the following on the Mental Health and Social Work Board Practice Website: Nebraska does not review or approve CE offerings.

Elevate CE is an approved provider through the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) and the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). Both of these organizations are nationally recognized mental health associations and our courses uphold the highest standards as required by our licensing boards. Please visit the Nebraska Mental Health and Social Work Practice website to learn more at: https://dhhs.ne.gov/licensure/pages/mental-health-and-social-work-practice.aspx

Nebraska Social Work and Professional Counselor Renewal Requirements

2024 License Renewal Information

Renewal Deadline: September 1, 2024

Renewal Frequency: Every 2 years on September 1 of even numbered years.

Continuing Education Requirements:

Total CEs needed every 2 years upon renewal: 32 clock hours
- NOTE: The following information does not relate to provisional credentials.

Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner:

32 CE Clock Hours Total
Specific Topic Requirements: 4 hours of CE in ethics AND 6 hours of CE relating to diagnosis and treatment of major mental disorders each renewal period

Licensed Mental Health Practitioner:

32 CE Clock Hours Total
Specific Topic Requirements: 4 hours of CE in ethics each renewal period

Elevate CE is an approved provider through the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) and the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). Both of these organizations are nationally recognized mental health associations and our courses uphold the highest standards as required by our licensing boards. The courses offered by our organization fulfill the stated requirements for acceptable continuing education as outlined in the Nebraska board statutes governing continuing education. Please see below for the statutes obtained directly from the Nebraska Mental Health and Social Work Practice Board.

Continuing Education FAQs:

How many of the required renewal credits for Nebraska Social Workers must be Live (synchronous) vs. Pre-Recorded (asynchronously)?

Nebraska Social Workers and mental health professionals are allowed to complete all hour hours via on-demand pre recorded (asynchronous) OR live interactive webinar (synchronous) learning.

What type of CE credits does Elevate CE offer Nebraska Social Workers? Elevate CE provides Live (synchronous) and Pre-recorded (asynchronous) webinar training for Nebraska Social Workers - both of which are accepted for the necessary CE Clock Hours needed for Nebraska Mental Health professionals to renew their license.

Please note that Nebraska states the following on the Mental Health and Social Work Board Practice Website: Nebraska does not review or approve CE offerings.

Nebraska Social Work CE Requirement Statutes

The below information below has been obtained directly from the Nebraska Board of Social Work Website and is current as of August 2024. Please visit the Nebraska Board Statutes Page - Chapter 94 for full information and details.

012. CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS. During the 24 months prior to the renewal date, individuals holding active licenses and certifications in the State of Nebraska must complete at least 32 hours of acceptable continuing education hours related to mental health practice during the preceding 24-month period.

012.01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. Applicants must meet the following continuing education requirements:

(A) All license and certificate holders must complete at least 4 hours of continuing education in ethics.

(B) All licensed independent mental health practitioners must complete at least 6 hours of continuing education relating to diagnosis and treatment of major mental disorders.

012.02 LICENSEES WHO HOLD AN ASSOCIATED CERTIFICATE. An individual who holds an independent mental health practice license or mental health practice license and an associated certificate(s) is not required to earn continuing education hours for each additional certificate.

012.03 TYPES OF ACCEPTABLE CONTINUING EDUCATION AND HOUR DETERMINATIONS. The following provides the types of continuing education that is considered acceptable for renewal and reinstatement and the hour determinations:

(A) Completing academic credit during the renewal period. Academic credit is determined as follows:

(i) 1 academic semester credit equals 15 continuing education credit hours and 1 credit audited equals 8 hours of continuing education.

(ii) 1 academic quarter credit equals 10 continuing education credit hours and 1 credit audited equals 5 hours of continuing education.

(iii) 1 academic trimester credit equals 14 continuing education credit hours and 1 credit audited equals 7 hours of continuing education.

(B) Hours for teaching an academic course or supervising a practicum or internship is determined the same as 172 NAC 012.03(A) above.

(C) 6 hours per renewal period can be obtained for supervising a provisional licensee or provisional certificate holder.

(D) Hours for completing home study or video programs, including those transmitted through electronic means, are determined by the provider of the program.

(E) Authoring a peer reviewed publication equals 16 hours.

(F) 60 minutes equals 1 continuing education hour when attending or participating workshops, lectures, or interactive webinars.

012.04 WORKSHOP PRESENTERS OR ACADEMIC INSTRUCTORS. An individual may receive credit for the initial presentation during a renewal period. Credit will not be given for subsequent presentations of the same program or course.

012.05 NON-ACCEPTABLE CONTINUING EDUCATION. Non-acceptable subject matter for continuing education credit includes, but is not limited to the following:

(A) Leadership training provided through associations;

(B) Business technology, business techniques, and management; and

(C) Association business meeting or delegate report.