State Requirements

Clinical Supervision Requirements in North Dakota

A summary of clinical supervision requirements for North Dakota-based mental health professionals pursuing LCSW, LPCC, and LMFT licensure. Always verify current requirements directly with the appropriate North Dakota board.

Disclaimer: This page is for informational purposes only and reflects requirements as of our last review (Last reviewed: February 2026). Licensing requirements change. Always verify current requirements with the appropriate North Dakota board before making decisions about your supervision.

Licensing Board Overview

In North Dakota, mental health professions are regulated by separate independent boards: the Board of Social Work Examiners, the Board of Counselor Examiners, and the Marriage and Family Therapy Licensure Board.

LCSW: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (North Dakota)

North Dakota's LCSW is governed by the Board of Social Work Examiners, N.D. Admin. Code 75.5-02. Candidates hold a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) credential while accruing supervised experience.

Supervised Experience Requirements

  • Total supervised experience: 3,000 hours of clinical social work experience
  • Timeframe: Must be completed in no less than 2 years and no more than 4 years
  • Supervision hours: At least 150 hours of clinical supervision
  • Exam: ASWB Clinical Examination

Supervisor Qualifications

  • Must hold an active North Dakota LCSW license
  • Must have at least 2 years of clinical experience post-licensure

LPCC: Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (North Dakota)

North Dakota's LPCC is governed by the Board of Counselor Examiners, N.D. Admin. Code 97-02. Candidates hold a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) credential while accruing hours.

Supervised Experience Requirements

  • Total supervised experience: 3,000 hours of clinical counseling experience
  • Supervision hours: At least 100 hours of clinical supervision
  • Exam: NCMHCE (National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination)

Supervisor Qualifications

  • Must hold an active North Dakota LPCC license
  • Must hold board-approved supervisor status

LMFT: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (North Dakota)

North Dakota's LMFT is governed by the Marriage and Family Therapy Licensure Board, N.D. Admin. Code 111-02. Candidates hold a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT) credential while accruing hours.

Supervised Experience Requirements

  • Total supervised experience: 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience
  • Direct client contact: At least 1,000 hours must be direct client contact
  • Supervision hours: At least 200 hours of clinical supervision
  • Exam: AMFTRB National Examination

Supervisor Qualifications

  • Must be an AAMFT Approved Supervisor or hold equivalent board-approved status

North Dakota-Specific Details

Counseling Licensure Tiers

North Dakota has a tiered counseling licensure system. Candidates typically start as an LAPC, progress to an LPC, and then complete the specific clinical requirements to become an LPCC.

Supervision Ratios

North Dakota boards often specify the ratio of supervision hours to clinical experience hours. Always verify the current required ratios with your specific board.

Virtual Supervision in North Dakota

North Dakota permits telehealth supervision, provided it occurs via secure, HIPAA-compliant, two-way interactive video. Supervisors should verify current board guidance on any limitations related to the percentage of supervision that can be conducted virtually versus in-person.

Key North Dakota Board Contact Information

How to Become a Clinical Supervisor in North Dakota

Supervisor requirements in North Dakota vary by discipline. Always confirm current standards with the appropriate board.

Becoming an LCSW Supervisor

  • Hold an active North Dakota LCSW license
  • Complete at least 2 years of clinical experience post-licensure
  • Submit the required supervisor registration forms to the Board

Becoming an LPCC Supervisor

  • Hold an active North Dakota LPCC license
  • Complete board-approved supervision training
  • Submit the required supervisor registration forms to the Board for approval

Becoming an LMFT Supervisor

  • Be an AAMFT Approved Supervisor or hold equivalent board-approved status
  • Submit the required supervisor registration forms to the Board
Tip: If you're ready to start supervising, setting up your documentation system before you take on your first supervisee saves time later. See our guide on how to start offering clinical supervision.

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