[ Create an account](/create-an-account)[ Log In](/log-in) [ Cart](/cart) [ ![Telehealth Certification Institute LLC Logo]() ![Telehealth Certification Institute LLC Logo]()](/) ## **Telehealth Explorer Blog** Filter by Search or Category Selection Select Category - [All](/telehealth-explorer) - [Featured](/featured-articles) - --- - [Telehealth News](/telehealth-news) - [Legal Updates](/legal-updates) - [Business Aspects](/business-aspects) - [Technology](/technology) - --- - [Voices From Professions](/voices-from-professions) - [Counseling](/counseling) - [Social Work](/social-work) - [Psychology](/psychology) - [Substance Use Disorder Treatment](/substance-use-disorder-treatment) - [Couple and Family Therapy](/couple-and-family-therapy) - --- - [Clinical Insights](/clinical-insights) - [Supervision](/supervision) ![Telehealth CE Requirements for California’s Behavioral Health Clinicians]() # Telehealth CE Requirements for California’s Behavioral Health Clinicians - [ ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.telementalhealthtraining.com%2Ftelehealth-explorer%2Ftelehealth-ce-requirements-for-california-s-behavioral-health-clinicians "Facebook") - [ ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.telementalhealthtraining.com%2Ftelehealth-explorer%2Ftelehealth-ce-requirements-for-california-s-behavioral-health-clinicians&title=Telehealth+CE+Requirements+for+California%E2%80%99s+Behavioral+Health+Clinicians "LinkedIn") - [ ](https://twitter.com/share?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.telementalhealthtraining.com%2Ftelehealth-explorer%2Ftelehealth-ce-requirements-for-california-s-behavioral-health-clinicians&text=Telehealth+CE+Requirements+for+California%E2%80%99s+Behavioral+Health+Clinicians "X (formerly Twitter)") **[AB 1759 (Chapter 520, Statutes of 2022)](https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202120220AB1759)** will go into effect on July 1, 2023. One of the changes to this law is that the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) will require that licensees who are renewing as well as new license applicants must take 3 hours of “training or coursework in the provision of mental health services via telehealth, which must include law and ethics related to telehealth.” The required training can be obtained in one of two ways: a) from a graduate program (with written certification that the coursework meets the criteria) or b) by completing 3 hours of continuing education training from a provider that is acceptable by the BBS. Telehealth Law and Ethics training for California BBS licensees is a one-time requirement, the coursework can be a part of a larger CE program (as long as there is proof that the required content was covered), and there is no age limit on the coursework. If you are currently licensed in California, then upon your renewal on or after July 1, 2023, you will be required to attest that you have completed the required coursework and maintain documentation for your own records. - If you previously took a course that meets the Telehealth Law and Ethics requirement, then simply maintain the certificate of completion for your files. - If you took a CE course (or courses) in order to fulfill this requirement, those hours can count toward your 36-hour continuing education hours required for renewal, and you will need to keep the certificate for your files. If you are a new applicant to the California BSS on or after July 1, 2023, you will be required to submit proof that you completed this training with your application. Telehealth Certification Institute offers a variety of courses that will fulfill the CE requirement of AB 1759, including **[this course taught by Ray Barrett](/foundations-of-telemental-health)**, TCI's founder and CEO. We are an approved provider by NBCC and ASWB, both of which offer hours that are accepted by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. Please**[ visit this page for our CE details.](/ceu-details-by-state)** You can find**[ Telehealth Law & Ethics courses here](/store/telehealth-law-and-ethics)**, and if you have any questions, please **[reach out to our friendly support team](/contact-us)** who are always happy to assist. BBS References **[AB 1759 FAQ](https://www.bbs.ca.gov/pdf/ab_1759_faq_telehealth.pdf)** **[BBS Registrant FAQ](https://www.bbs.ca.gov/pdf/ab_1759_faq_registrant.pdf)** **[California Telehealth FAQ](https://www.bbs.ca.gov/pdf/publications/telehealth_faq.pdf)** ## Testimonials I completed the Telehealth Training. This training was very effective for me because it was self-paced. I was able to work at my own pace to fully grasp the information. In addition, the various graphics and explanations made retaining the information better for my learning style. I also enjoyed the small quizzes at the end that helped increase my understanding and application of the information. I will definitely recommend this course to other clinicians! Iveyana Kiara Smith This bundle of Clinical Supervision courses helped me to feel more confident as a clinical supervisor. It provided well rounded content and helped me feel more prepared for stepping into a supervisory role. I highly recommend these courses and appreciate that they are self-paced. Jessy Hainbach The Foundations for Working With Families Engaged in High Conflict Divorce, Training Video was very helpful in developing skills to navigate work with families experiencing this. Bryant Wilson The TeleMental Health Training Certificate Program was incredibly easy to navigate, with a smooth and intuitive layout that made learning stress-free. The content flowed logically, building on each section in a way that felt natural and engaging. 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