How many CE credits are required for psychologists licensed in the second year of the biennium?

For psychologists licensed in the second year of the biennium, it is indeed the case that no continuing education (CE) credits are required. This situation arises because Georgia law stipulates specific requirements for continuing education that typically come into play during the first year of a biennium, after which psychologists have fulfilled their CE obligations for that cycle.

As a means to maintain professional competence and enhance the practice, the requirement for CE credits generally focuses on ensuring that new knowledge and advancements in psychology are integrated into practice. However, in the second year of the biennium, licensed psychologists are not mandated to accrue additional CE credits. They have already met the requirements during the first year, which allows for a pause in the accumulation of CE credits until the beginning of the next cycle.

This approach aligns with regulatory standards that balance the need for ongoing professional development with the recognition of those who have already complied with their educational requirements. It also helps to prevent potential burnout from continuous education demands and allows practitioners to focus on applying what they have learned.