How to Serve as a Clinical Supervisor in North Dakota as a Licensed Psychologist

Serving as a clinical supervisor in North Dakota is a rewarding way for licensed psychologists (LPs) to mentor new professionals and shape the future of the field. This guide explains how to serve as a supervisor in North Dakota, detailing the North Dakota clinical supervisor requirements for psychologists – from eligibility criteria and supervision training to continuing education (CE) obligations and pitfalls.

✅ Supervisor Eligibility Requirements

To serve as a clinical supervisor for a psychology resident in North Dakota, you must meet state board eligibility requirements outlined in North Dakota Administrative Code (NDAC) § 66-02-01-11.1(b)(10):

• Active Licensed Psychologist: You must be a licensed psychologist in good standing, licensed in the jurisdiction where the supervision takes place.
• Minimum 3 Years of Licensure: You must have been licensed for at least three years to serve as a primary supervisor.
• Primary Supervisor’s Role – Availability and Responsibility: Supervisors must be clearly available and professionally responsible for the trainee’s clients and ensure the quality and structure of the training experience.

Note: North Dakota does not require a separate application or board approval to serve as a clinical supervisor. However, you must meet all the qualifications and maintain compliance with CE and licensing requirements.

📋 Expectations When Supervising a Psychology Resident

While not required to qualify as a supervisor, these standards must be met for the resident's supervised experience to count toward licensure (NDAC § 66-02-01-11.1(b)):

• Provide at least 100 hours of supervision, with 50 hours one-on-one
• Serve as the primary supervisor for at least 50% of all supervision hours
• Conduct weekly face-to-face supervision (in person or secure video) (§ 66-02-01-11.1(b)(12))
• For predoctoral residents, maintain documented coordination with the resident’s doctoral program (§ 66-02-01-11.1(b)(15))

Source: North Dakota Administrative Code § 66-02-01-11.1 (2024). Supervised professional experience.

🔁 Ongoing / Renewal Continuing Education Requirements

To maintain licensure and eligibility to supervise, psychologists must meet these biennial CE requirements (NDAC § 66-03-01-04):

• 40 Hours of CE every 2 years: Including at least 3 hours in ethics, law, or jurisprudence (any one or a mix satisfies the rule).
• Supervision-Specific CE (for supervisors): If you supervise psychology residents, complete at least 3 CE hours in supervision each cycle (counts toward the 40).
• CE Format Limits: No more than 20 hours may be completed via recorded/asynchronous online courses or self-study formats. The remaining hours must be interactive.
• Reporting & Documentation: CE documentation must be maintained and submitted to the Board during renewal.

Source: North Dakota Administrative Code §66-03-01

⚠️ Pitfalls to Avoid

Avoid these frequent supervision-related mistakes:

• Supervisees Not Being Registered: Supervisees must be registered as "psychology residents" with the Board before supervision begins. Unregistered supervision hours may not count.
• Improper Documentation: Inadequate tracking of supervision hours, formats, or activities can invalidate hours.
• Supervisor Ineligibility: Supervisors must meet all requirements at the time supervision is provided, including licensure duration and CE obligations.

📘 How the Telehealth Certification Institute Helps You

The Telehealth Certification Institute (TCI) supports your ongoing compliance and professional development through targeted continuing education (CE). TCI offers a variety of course options to help you fulfill North Dakota's CE requirements and build confidence as a clinical supervisor.

Recommended Courses

• Clinical Supervision Certificate Program (CSC)
  Our most comprehensive option, this program provides 49 CE hours covering all essential supervision topics, including ethics. It meets and exceeds the 20-hour self-study CE limit for North Dakota and is ideal for psychologists seeking in-depth, advanced training.

• 20 CE Clinical Supervision Training Bundle
  This bundle delivers exactly 20 CE hours focused on core supervision topics such as ethics, supervision models, documentation, and cultural competence. It is designed to fulfill North Dakota's full self-study CE allowance.

• Individual Clinical Supervision CE Courses
  Need topic-specific training? Browse TCI's catalog of individual supervision courses and select those that best meet your goals and licensure needs.

• Live Webinars
  To fulfill the remaining CE hours not eligible via self-study, TCI offers a variety of live interactive webinars that count as live, interactive CE and do not use up the 20-hour self-study maximum. These sessions are real-time, instructor-led, and designed to maximize interactivity.

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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 their state licensing authority.

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