Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board (BSRB)
Our continuing education (CE) courses are curated to meet the renewal requirements of the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board (BSRB). Importantly, the Kansas Board allows continuing education to be completed online; however, please be advised that Kansas limits "Media Learning with a Posttest" to a maximum of 40 hours per renewal cycle, while asynchronous courses without a posttest are strictly capped at 12 hours. Across all primary independent clinical licenses, renewal requirements mandate a minimum of 3 hours specific to professional ethics and 6 hours dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders. Our course library offers up-to-date, board-recognized training across the most critical areas in behavioral health, including professional ethics, diagnostic assessment, and clinical treatment. As programs incorporating a formal posttest, our continuing education activities are automatically approved to meet the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board's CE requirements for distance learning. Browse our courses to build a customized CE curriculum, satisfy your Kansas BSRB requirements, and continue delivering the highest standard of care to individuals across Kansas, with credits automatically reported to CE Broker upon completion. This category includes courses for both Addiction Counselors (LCAC, LMAC, LAC) as well as Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC, LCPC), Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT, LCMFT), and Social Workers (LBSW, LMSW, LSCSW). Please click the following links to be taken to a page that has courses for each of those two categories. Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board - Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, Social Workers Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board - Addiction Counselors (LCAC, LMAC, LAC)
The Healing Powers of the Group (3 CE Hours)
Differentiate between the therapeutic functions of psychoeducational groups, process groups, and self-help resources like SMART Recovery and 12-Step programs.
Implement stage-matched interventions and group-specific Motivational Interviewing strategies to enhance member engagement and reduce resistance.
Apply Kansas BSRB ethical standards regarding scope of practice, confidentiality, and informed consent specifically within the group setting.
Navigating Advocacy and Case Management (3 CE Hours)
Strategies to balance client autonomy with systemic requirements.
Application of BSRB regulations regarding scope of practice and record-keeping.
Best practices for "warm handoffs," confidentiality, and interdisciplinary consultation.
Doing the Work of Addiction Counseling (6 CE Hours)
A detailed analysis of scope of practice differences between LAC, LMAC, and LCAC, including supervision and diagnostic mandates.
Strategies for moving from static intake forms to ongoing, multidimensional assessment and client-directed recovery planning.
Application of Evidence-Based Practices (EBPs) and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) guidelines in diverse settings.
A Review of Addiction for the Professional (3 CE Hours)
Innovative insights into the brain reward system and the progression of addiction.
Evidence-based strategies for managing co-occurring disorders and utilizing pharmacotherapy.
Practical application of Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques.
Technology in Addiction Practice (3 CE Hours)
Practitioners will analyze the specific ethical standards for e-therapy and social media outlined in the NAADAC Code of Ethics to prevent boundary violations and licensure complaints.
Participants will evaluate the clinical efficacy of telehealth for medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and psychosocial interventions based on recent systematic reviews.
Learners will implement cross-disciplinary strategies to bridge the "digital divide," ensuring equitable access to technology-assisted services for diverse and rural populations.
Navigating Confidentiality & Legal Risks (3 CE Hours)
Practitioners will analyze the specific conflicts between federal 42 CFR Part 2 regulations and Kansas state reporting laws to prevent inadvertent breaches of confidentiality.
Participants will evaluate the distinct scopes of practice for LMACs working under direction versus LCACs in independent practice to ensure regulatory compliance.
Learners will implement the NAADAC ethical decision-making model to resolve complex dilemmas involving social media boundaries and digital communication.
Safe Documentation (3 CE Hours)
Participants will analyze Kansas Administrative Regulations regarding client recordkeeping to ensure full compliance with BSRB standards.
Learners will master the specific elements of 42 CFR Part 2 compliant consent forms to navigate the complexities of confidentiality and redisclosure.
The course provides actionable strategies for writing S.M.A.R.T. treatment plans and progress notes that demonstrate medical necessity and clinical progress.
Diagnosis and Treatment Planning for Kansas LMACs and LCACs (6 CE Hours)
Fulfills the specific 6-hour diagnosis and treatment requirement for LMAC/LCAC renewal using DSM criteria.
Step-by-step application of Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment in diverse settings.
Differentiating between substance-induced and independent mental disorders (Depression, Anxiety, PTSD) per DSM-5-TR standards.