How to Become an Approved Clinical Supervisor for LPCs in Arizona
If you're an Arizona Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) aspiring to become an approved clinical supervisor, understanding the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners (AZBBHE) requirements is crucial. Becoming an approved clinical supervisor enhances your professional credibility, expands your career opportunities, and positions you to mentor the next generation of mental health counselors.
Arizona LPC Clinical Supervisor CE Requirements
To qualify as a clinical supervisor in Arizona, LPCs must meet the criteria outlined in AZBBHE Regulation R4-6-214. This includes both educational requirements and specific state-mandated training.
🟢 Initial Approval Requirements
To become an approved clinical supervisor, an LPC must:
1. Complete one of the following:
a. At least 12 hours of training that meets the standards specified in R4-6-802(D) and includes instruction in:
✅ The roles and responsibilities of a clinical supervisor
✅ Skills in providing effective oversight and guidance to supervisees who diagnose, create treatment plans, and treat clients
✅ Supervisory methods and techniques
✅ Fair and accurate evaluation of a supervisee’s ability to plan and implement clinical assessment and treatment
💡 Recommended TCI courses to meet these requirements:
Foundations of Supervision: Preparing for Effective Supervision
To fully meet all requirements, we also recommend completing a course from another provider that specifically addresses “skills in providing oversight to supervisees who diagnose, treat, and plan.”
OR
b. Hold an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) credential from the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) / Center for Credentialing & Education (CCE)
c. Hold a clinical supervisor certification from the International Certification and Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC)
d. Be a clinical member with an approved supervisor designation from the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)
2. Complete a three-clock hour Clinical Supervision Tutorial on Arizona Statutes/Regulations
⚠️ Important: This tutorial is a mandatory requirement.
Telehealth Certification Institute (TCI) does not currently offer this 3-hour Arizona-specific course. It must be completed through another provider approved by AZBBHE.
🔁 Renewal Requirements (Every Three Years)
To maintain approval as a clinical supervisor, LPCs must complete at least 9 hours of continuing education in clinical supervision. This CE must:
✅ Meet the standards specified in R4-6-802(D)
✅ Concern clinical supervision
✅ Address the same four supervision-related topics listed above:
Roles/responsibilities
Skills in oversight of diagnosis, planning, and treatment
Supervisory methods and techniques
Evaluation of supervisee competence
✅ Include the 3-hour Clinical Supervision Tutorial on Arizona Statutes/Regulations
⚠️ Reminder: TCI does not currently offer this required 3-hour tutorial. It must be completed separately through an AZBBHE-approved provider.
How Telehealth Certification Institute (TCI) Supports Arizona LPCs
At Telehealth Certification Institute, we specialize in high-quality, expert-led CE courses designed for behavioral health professionals. While we do not offer the state-required 3-hour Arizona law/regulations tutorial, our programs provide robust training for all other supervision-related requirements.
🎓 For Initial Approval
Our Clinical Supervision Certificate Program provides 12 CE hours covering essential topics such as:
Roles and responsibilities of clinical supervisors
Supervisory methods and techniques
Ethics in supervision
Evaluation of supervisees’ competencies
🔗 Recommended additions: Pair with Methods of Supervision and Foundations of Supervision: Preparing for Effective Supervision to fully meet Arizona's requirements.
🔄 For Renewal Approval
Our Clinical Supervision Renewal Bundle includes 10 CE hours of in-depth, skills-based training in clinical supervision. It exceeds the 9-hour requirement and helps supervisors maintain effectiveness and ethical excellence.
⏳ Again, don’t forget: The 3-hour tutorial on Arizona statutes and regulations must be completed through another provider.
Benefits of Training with Telehealth Certification Institute
Expert-Led Courses: Learn from experienced clinical supervisors and behavioral health leaders
Flexible Online Access: Study on your schedule with self-paced, interactive training
Credential-Ready: Our training aligns with ACS credentialing standards from the Center for Credentialing & Education
💬 Join Our Free Clinical Supervision Forum
Enhance your supervision skills and network with fellow clinical supervisors nationwide through our free Clinical Supervision Forum. Attend live webinars covering critical supervision topics every other month—an invaluable resource to stay informed and connected.
🚀 Ready to Become an Approved Clinical Supervisor in Arizona?
Take the next step in your career and fulfill your clinical supervisor CE requirements seamlessly with the Telehealth Certification Institute. Visit the AZBBHE Clinical Supervisor Information Page for further details and then explore our courses designed specifically to meet your professional needs.
📝 Reminder: The 3-hour Arizona statutes and regulations tutorial is required and must be completed through a different provider. TCI courses fulfill all other supervision CE requirements.