How to Serve as a Clinical Supervisor in Hawaii as a Psychologist

Serving as a clinical supervisor in Hawaii is a meaningful milestone for licensed psychologists who want to mentor future professionals and strengthen the quality of mental health care statewide. Supervisors play a vital role in ensuring trainees develop ethical judgment, clinical competence, and readiness for independent practice.

This guide outlines the Hawaii clinical supervisor requirements, continuing education (CE) standards, and pitfalls to avoid—plus how the Telehealth Certification Institute (TCI) supports your supervision training needs through accredited, flexible online courses.

✅ Supervisor Eligibility Requirements (Hawaii Board of Psychology)

To qualify as a clinical supervisor in Hawaii, psychologists must meet the standards established by the Hawaii Board of Psychology as published in the Requirements & Instructions – Psychologist License under HRS Chapter 465 and HAR Chapter 16-98.

According to the Board’s publication:

Supervisors for Internship and Postdoctoral Experience

Each applicant for licensure must complete at least one year (1,900 hours) of pre-doctoral internship and one year (1,900 hours) of postdoctoral experience in health service in psychology. Both experiences must be conducted under the supervision of qualified supervisors who meet one of the following criteria:

• A licensed psychologist; or

• A psychologist who holds an ABPP diplomate certificate; or

• A person who holds a doctoral degree in psychology from an accredited institution, who:

  • For internship supervision, has at least two years of postdoctoral experience in the area of work being supervised; or

  • For postdoctoral supervision, holds a doctoral degree in psychology or educational psychology granted prior to 1970 and is listed in the National Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology.

📄 Source: Hawaii Board of Psychology. Psychologist License Application / Licensure Information for Psychologists

In summary, a qualified supervisor must:

• Hold a current, active Hawaii psychologist license in good standing (or equivalent qualifying credentials listed above).

• Be competent in the specific area of practice being supervised.

• Provide direct, structured, and documented supervision that meets the Board’s experience requirements.

Supervisors are responsible for ensuring the quality, structure, and documentation of all supervised clinical work, including verifying that supervision meets the Board’s standards for pre-doctoral and postdoctoral experience.

🔄 Ongoing / Renewal CE Requirements

Hawaii does not require specific supervision-focused CE hours, but psychologists who provide supervision may complete advanced CE in ethics, multicultural supervision, documentation, and telehealth oversight to maintain competence and ensure alignment with professional standards.

The following are the general continuing education (CE) requirements for all licensed psychologists under Hawaii Revised Statutes §465-11:

“Every license issued under this chapter shall be renewed biennially on or before June 30 of each even-numbered year. … Each licensee shall complete a minimum of eighteen credit hours of continuing education within every licensing biennium.”

— HRS §465-11 – Renewals; Continuing Education Requirement

CE Renewal Highlights

• 18 CE hours required every two-year renewal period.

• CE must be approved by the APA, Hawaii Psychological Association, or another state or provincial psychological association.

• First-time licensees (and, beginning July 1, 2026, associate psychologists) are exempt from CE for their first renewal.

• Psychologists must certify CE completion under oath and maintain records for possible audit.

• Licensees who receive extensions must complete 36 CE hours in the following biennium.

⚠️ Pitfalls to Avoid

Even experienced clinicians can encounter supervision issues. Pitfalls include:

• 1. Incomplete Documentation
  Supervision logs or evaluations missing signatures, dates, or supervision details can lead to disqualification. Always use official Board forms and maintain accurate supervision records.

• 2. Inactive or Restricted License
  Supervision provided while a license is inactive, expired, or restricted is invalid. Confirm your psychologist license is active and unencumbered throughout the supervision period.

• 3. Ethical or Boundary Violations
  Supervisors must adhere to the APA Code of Ethics and avoid conflicts of interest, dual relationships, or inadequate oversight that could compromise client or supervisee welfare.

📘 How the Telehealth Certification Institute Helps You

The Telehealth Certification Institute (TCI) provides accredited continuing education (CE) courses to help psychologists strengthen their supervision competence and meet the general CE requirements for Hawaii psychologist license renewal.

All TCI courses are fully online, self-paced, and APA-approved, making it easy for psychologists to fulfill their CE obligations while advancing their supervisory skills.

🏆 Clinical Supervision Certificate Program

The Clinical Supervision Certificate (CSC) Program is a comprehensive training that develops advanced supervision skills in:

• Ethics and legal standards

• Documentation and evaluation

• Supervision models and frameworks

• Multicultural and equity-centered supervision

• Telesupervision and advanced supervisory techniques

The CSC program provides 49 CE hours, which fulfills and exceeds the 18-hour general CE requirement for Hawaii psychologist license renewal.

🎓 20 CE Clinical Supervision Training Bundle

The 20 CE Clinical Supervision Training Bundle also fulfills and exceeds Hawaii’s 18-hour CE requirement while providing targeted, practical content on:

• Supervision ethics and documentation

• Cultural competency and diversity in supervision

• Foundational and advanced supervision models

This bundle is ideal for licensed psychologists seeking flexible, high-value supervision CE that aligns with Hawaii’s renewal standards.

📚 Individual Clinical Supervision CE Courses

Prefer a focused approach?

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• Ethical and legal aspects of supervision

• Reflective practice and feedback techniques

• Telesupervision and remote supervision methods

• Managing supervisee challenges and professional growth

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⚠️ Disclaimer

The information provided in this article is for general educational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice. Licensing and supervision requirements may change, and interpretations may vary. It is the responsibility of each individual to verify the current rules and qualifications directly with the Hawaii Board of Psychology.

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