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Continuing Education for New Mexico School Psychologists

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New Mexico school psychologist licensure at a glance

The New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) licenses school psychologists for practice in school-related settings. Its rules describe level 1, level 2, and level 3 school psychologist licenses.

Licensing agency

New Mexico Public Education Department, Professional Licensure Bureau.

License levels

Level 1 school psychologist, level 2 school psychologist, and level 3 supervising school psychologist.

Practice setting

The NMPED school psychologist license is for practice in a school-related setting.

How do New Mexico school psychologists renew?

NMPED lists an online renewal application and a superintendent’s recommendation for continuing licensure among its renewal items. Additional steps may depend on your license level and individual record. Review NMPED’s current instructions before applying.

Is there a required number of CE hours?

NMPED’s published school psychologist renewal checklist does not state a fixed continuing education hour requirement for this license. Do not assume that a CE course replaces the renewal application, superintendent’s recommendation, or any requirement that applies to your particular credentials.

If you also maintain the NCSP credential or a separate New Mexico psychologist or psychologist associate license, check the requirements for each credential separately. They are not the same as NMPED school psychologist licensure.

Professional development for your school-based work

Continuing education can help you stay current in areas that come up throughout the school year. Browse courses on topics such as:

Using student achievement data to guide instructional decisions
School-based behavioral interventions and consultation
Section 504, discipline, and legal and ethical responsibilities
Assessment, intervention, and support for diverse learners

Check each course listing for its stated hours, format, approval information, and certificate details.

Frequently asked questions

Does New Mexico require a specific number of CE hours to renew an NMPED school psychologist license?

The current NMPED school psychologist renewal page does not list a fixed CE hour total. Consult NMPED for instructions applicable to your license and renewal.

Is an NMPED school psychologist license the same as a New Mexico psychologist license?

No. NMPED school psychologist licensure and licensure through the New Mexico Board of Psychologist Examiners are separate credentials. If you hold both, review both sets of renewal requirements.

Can I take online courses for professional development?

You can use online courses to build your professional knowledge. If you need a course to satisfy a particular credential or employer requirement, confirm that credential’s rules and the course’s approval information before enrolling.

Official New Mexico resources

Information reviewed September 2026. Licensing requirements can change; NMPED is the authority for decisions about its school psychologist license.

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Choose a topic that fits your work with students, families, and schools. Review the individual course page for hours and certificate information.

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