WHAT QUESTIONS DO YOU HAVE ABOUT THE NATIONAL EXAM?  

As you may already know, the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) is moving towards a transition to the AMFTRB National Exam, as early as 2027.    

We're working with the BBS to get as many questions answered as possible to help ensure a smooth transition for pre-licensees.  We plan to publish a series of FAQs in mid-January to help address the many questions of our membership, and we want to hear from you!  

Let us know what questions are top of mind so that we can provide the most relevant information that matters most to our members. Click here to give us your feedback.   

CATCH UP ON THE NEW REVISIONS TO THE CAMFT CODE OF ETHICS

We are thrilled to share some exciting news! At its December meeting, after years of careful review and deliberation, the Board of Directors approved revisions to the CAMFT Code of Ethics, specifically addressing the use of technology, telehealth, and artificial intelligence.  

These long-awaited updates reflect the complexity and importance of ethical practice in an evolving digital landscape. 

 We extend our sincerest thanks to the Ethics Committee members for their dedication and years of thoughtful work, as well as to the Board of Directors and members whose review and input helped inform the final revisions.  

 Members are encouraged to review the changes to ensure compliance and stay informed on current ethical standards. 

TAKE ACTION: PROTECT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EDUCATION 

The U.S. Department of Education plans to reclassify many behavioral health graduate programs as non-professional degrees, effective July 1, 2026. This change would make programs in counseling, social work, nursing, and related fields ineligible for higher federal graduate loan limits, creating new financial barriers for students. 

For future Marriage and Family Therapists, this threatens access to graduate training at a time when California already faces a severe behavioral health workforce shortage. 

Congress must act to stop this change. 

Contact your legislators through our Grassroots Action Center HERE.  

Your input can help protect access to mental health education and access to care. 

For more information, AAMFT has published a one-page overview with FAQs on the federal graduate loan changes. 

CHECK OUT THE NEW MEDICARE COALITION WEBSITE 

The Medicare Mental Health Workforce Coalition has launched a new website that features resources, free webinar replays, policy updates, and advocacy tools for the 70,000+ mental health counselors and Marriage and Family Therapists now serving Medicare beneficiaries. This will strengthen access to mental health care for older adults and individuals with disabilities nationwide! 

NEW LAW UPDATES CAREGIVER'S AUTHORIZATION AFFIDAVIT LANGUAGE 

Effective January 1, 2026, Assembly Bill 495 has updated the language required to be included in Caregiver's Authorization Affidavits. CAMFT has updated its sample Caregiver's Authorization Affidavit to reflect the newly required language. CAMFT members can find this updated sample form in the Couples, Families, and/or Children forms section of CAMFT's Sample Practice Forms page.

Learn more about new laws affecting MFTs and their practice in 2026. Watch our recording: New Year, New Law & Ethics: What You Need to Know for 2026.

SUBSCRIBE TO THE BBS NEWSLETTER 

The BBS Newsletter is your go-to source for the latest updates, announcements, and insights directly from the heart of the Board of Behavioral Sciences. General information topics include updates involving newsletters, licensing, examination, renewal, regulation/legislation, agenda notices, materials, and minutes, etc. To subscribe, please click here.

ATTEND BBS BOARD MEETINGS 

We at CAMFT encourage all members to attend BBS Board and Committee meetings, either in person or virtually, to better understand upcoming changes to your licensure path, supervision requirements, workforce development, etc. Click here to see upcoming meetings in 2026.

ADVOCACY DAY IS NOW ON MARCH 12^TH  

Mark your calendars! We’re excited to announce that CAMFT’s Advocacy Day will take place on March 12, 2026, in Sacramento. 

This is your chance to: 

1. Meet with state legislators 
2. Advocate for the issues impacting the MFT community 
3. Connect with fellow members and make your collective voices heard 

More details coming soon! 

BOARD MEETING HIGHLIGHTS

The Board of Directors met on December 7-8 in Berkeley to discuss the Bylaws, Code of Ethics, the strategic priorities. Click here to read the highlights.  

GET READY TO VOTE FOR BYLAWS REVISIONS & NEW BOARD MEMBERS!       

Over the past year, the CAMFT Bylaws Committee has been hard at work carefully reviewing and revising the CAMFT Bylaws to ensure they continue to support the organization’s mission, governance, and members. 

This year, clinical members will vote on the proposed Bylaws updates as well as participate in the CAMFT Board of Directors election.  

Ballots will be mailed in mid-February, so please keep an eye on your mailbox! Thank you for helping shape CAMFT’s future through your participation. 

GO GREEN TO RECEIVE YOUR BALLOT ELECTRONICALLY 

Our annual Board of Directors election and bylaws amendment vote are just around the corner! If you’d like to receive your ballot electronically instead of in the mail, (and receive membership communications like the Annual Business Meeting notice by email instead of paper postcard) you can learn how to Go Green here.  

HELP US BUILD A NEW RESOURCE HUB!    

We're excited to announce the building of a new digital Resource Hub complete with helpful products and services at special CAMFT prices: a one-stop shop just for you, our members!  

Before we launch, we want to hear from you: What tools, services, and resources would make your professional life easier and your business run more smoothly? Please take a few minutes to fill out this brief survey. Your feedback will directly shape how we build the Resource Hub! 

LOOKING FOR RESEARCH TO SUPPORT YOUR WORK?  

Did you know that as a CAMFT member, you have unlimited, 24/7 access to EBSCOhost’s Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection? This database contains thousands of academic journals, book reviews, and magazines focused on behavioral sciences.  

With this powerful tool, you can search, view, and print full-text articles -- not just summaries or abstracts -- keeping you informed and up-to-date on the latest trends and data in your field. 

Your CAMFT member login is required to access the EBSCOhost Publishing Databases. Get started here! 

DONATE TO THE CAMFT POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE 

CAMFT has an aggressive legislative advocacy effort in Sacramento and in Washington, D.C., but no amount of advocacy or lobbying can be effective without legislators who understand our issues. 

In order for us to protect, enhance, and move our profession forward, we need your help! By combining your contribution with thousands of other members, CAMFT’s state and federal PACs can actively support candidates who make our issues a priority. Please donate today!

As the new year starts, we are looking forward to ramping up our CE opportunities by offering a variety of topics for further learning through on-demand learning and in-person experiences. Stay tuned for more upcoming workshops! 

NAVIGATING GRAY AREAS WITH CONFIDENCE: A HELPFUL OVERVIEW OF DUAL RELATIONSHIPS, COACHING CONSIDERERATIONSW FOR THERAPISTS, AND SOLICITING REVIEWS AND TESTIMONIALS FROM PATIENTS

Bradley J. Muldrow, Esq
CAMFT Staff Attorney
Friday, February 6, 2026
9:00 am PST
(3CEs) 

Ever wonder why a lawyer’s favorite answer to just about any legal question is: “it depends”? Complex legal rules often create “gray area” scenarios which can be difficult to navigate without adequate guidance. In this three hour workshop, CAMFT staff attorney Bradley Muldrow, Esq. will provide helpful tips for navigating three law and ethics topics that are well known for encompassing multiple gray areas: dual relationships, coaching considerations for therapists, and soliciting reviews and testimonials from patients.

Learn more and register now!

Can’t attend live? Register to get access to the recording and watch at your convenience. 

CURRENT TOPICS IN EATING DISORDERS: GLP-1S AND CO-OCCURING TRAUMA

February 20, 2026 
9:00am-11:00am 
(2 CEs) 

This course offers a deep dive into two elements of eating disorder treatment at the forefront of current research and clinical discussion: GLP-1s and co-occurring trauma symptoms. Attendees will hear from two speakers, one after the other, in a dual topic session exploring these unique challenges in the eating disorder recovery process. 

Learn more and register today 

Can’t attend live? Register to get access to the recording and watch at your convenience. 

INNOVATIONS IN TELEHEALTH AND DIGITAL MENTAL HEALTH FOR OLDER ADULTS 

February 5, 2026 
9 am – 10:30 am PST 
(1.5 CEs) 

As part of our Medicare webinar implementation series, NBCC—in collaboration with the Medicare Mental Health Workforce Coalition—is proud to present Innovations in Telehealth and Digital Mental Health for Older Adults on Feb. 5, 2026, at 9 am PST.  

Since 2024, Mental Health Counselors (MHCs), Marriage and Family Therapists (MFTs), and Clinical Social Workers have been serving Medicare beneficiaries in unprecedented numbers—with over 75,000 MFTs and MHCs now enrolled in the Medicare program. Telehealth has transformed mental health service delivery for older adults, offering expanded access to care for homebound seniors, rural populations, and those with mobility limitations. However, successfully implementing telehealth with older adult populations requires specialized knowledge and skills that differ from serving younger, more tech-savvy clients.  

This 90-minute comprehensive webinar provides mental health providers with practical strategies for adapting clinical techniques for virtual delivery with older adults.  

Professionals who attend the full, live webinar will be eligible for 1.5 hours of continuing education credit. 

Learn more and register now.

Member-Only: State of the Profession   

February 27, 2026 
9:00am-10:00am 
(1 CEs) 

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!  

Have you registered for CAMFT's 2026 Annual Conference yet? Register now to take advantage of the early bird registration before rates go up.   

CAMFT Annual Conference is taking place in sunny San Diego, CA on May 1 - 2, 2026! As a CAMFT member, you’re invited to take advantage of Early Access Registration available through January 31, 2026, and save $20 when you register early!  

NEW RECORDINGS ADDED! 

• New Year, New Law & Ethics: What You Need to Know for 2026 
• L&E: Updates and Resources for Medi-Cal Providers 
• Free Webinar: Working with Individuals and Families Impacted by ICE Raids/Deportation
• Marketing 101: A Guided Tour through CAMFT's Member Marketing Toolkit (Free for Members)   
• Law & Ethics Mastering Mandated Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse Reporting  
• What You DON'T Know About Insurance and Documentation–But Should! 
• Law and Ethics - Why Should I Care About the CAMFT Code of Ethics?  

Be sure to visit the Pre-Licensed Corner of our website for up-to-date newsletters, guides, resources, and so much more – created just for you. 

BEYOND THE DIPLOMA: A GUIDE TO POST-GRADUATE TRAINING FOR CALIFORNIA MFTS 

By Nick Cohen, AMFT, APCC 

After an incredible CAMFT Pre-License Summit, this article from Nick Cohen, a member of our Pre-License Committee, felt like a perfect follow-up. In his piece, Beyond the Diploma: A Guide to Post-Graduate Training for Californian AMFTs , Nick offers a personal view on how to navigate what to do when you have both the freedom and the responsibility to create your own path.  

Congratulations!  

You've just completed your practicum, graduated with your master's degree, and registered as an AMFT. You're excited to start your supervised hours, but you're also wondering: “Now what? How do I keep growing as a clinician when I’m no longer in the structured learning environment of grad school?” 

Here's the truth: some of the most transformative learning happens after you graduate. The years you spend as an associate aren't just about checking boxes toward licensure, but they're about discovering your therapeutic voice, deepening your clinical skills, and building the kind of career you actually want. And unlike your graduate program, you now have the freedom to choose exactly what you want to learn. 

The landscape of post-graduate training can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. Whether you're drawn to trauma work, couples therapy, or still figuring out your niche, there are training opportunities designed specifically for associates like you. 

Continuing Education That Actually Fits Your Life 

When you're juggling client sessions, supervision meetings, and possibly multiple jobs, the idea of adding more training can feel exhausting. That's where accessible continuing education comes in. While associates aren’t required to attain CEUs unlike our licensed peers, the content of many continuing education trainings out there can still be incredibly valuable. 

CAMFT's On-Demand Learning Library (https://ondemand.camft.org/courses) offers recorded workshops you can watch at midnight in your pajamas or during your lunch break. Topics range from clinical techniques to business practices to legal and ethical issues that are all designed to fit into your real life. Their live events and workshops provide the added benefit of connecting with colleagues face-to-face, reminding you that you're not alone in this journey. 

Conferences: Where Learning Meets Community 

There's something about being in a room with hundreds of other therapists that webinars just can't replicate. Annual conferences offer exposure to cutting-edge research, workshops led by leaders in the field, and the kind of networking that can change your career trajectory. 

CAMFT's annual conference (https://www.camft.org/conference), the AAMFT national conference, and regional chapter events (https://www.camft.org/Membership/Chapters) provide opportunities to learn from keynote speakers, attend specialized workshops, and meet therapists who can have a lasting impact on your career growth. Specialty conferences exist for nearly every interest area, including trauma, perinatal mental health, LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy, couples' treatment, and cultural competency. 

Can't afford to travel? Many conferences now offer hybrid formats, making them accessible regardless of your budget or location. Consider budgeting for one major conference annually, and don't overlook the value of presenting your own work. Even a simple case presentation or poster can boost your visibility and confidence. 

Certificate Programs: Committing to Your Specialty 

As you spend more time with clients, you'll likely notice patterns in who you work best with or what issues excite clinically. Certificate programs offer a structured way to develop real expertise in these areas. These programs typically run 6-12 months and combine didactics, supervision, and hands-on practice. 

Many of us learned about the Gottman Institute's couples therapy training in schools or had professors who talked about EMDR International Association and Somatic Experiencing organizations for clear certification pathways on trauma work. A simple Google search may yield plenty of results for whatever your interest may be. 

Yes, these programs require an investment of both time and money, but they offer depth that occasional workshops can't touch. Many provide payment plans or scholarships. It's worth asking! 

The Power of Peer Learning 

Remember those intense case discussions with classmates at 9pm on a Thursday? That kind of peer learning doesn't have to disappear after graduation. Ongoing consultation, whether through peer learning circles, case consultation groups, or individual consultation with a senior clinician, prevents the isolation that can plague this profession. 

Consider forming a small consultation group with fellow associates or trainees who share your interests. Meet monthly to present challenging cases, discuss ethical dilemmas, or simply process the emotional weight of the work. These relationships often become your professional community for decades to come, offering both clinical wisdom and genuine friendship. 

The Bottom Line 

Your post-graduate years are precious. Unlike grad school, where the curriculum was chosen for you, you now get to craft your own education. The training you pursue during these years will shape not just what you know, but who you become as a therapist. 

For more great articles written for Pre-Licensees, check out our Pre-Licensed Corner! Resources on our CAMFT website can assist you in whatever stage of your journey you are in, whether you are a student taking your very first course or a seasoned therapist. 

JOIN A LOCAL CAMFT CHAPTER

CAMFT has 24 chapters throughout the state that offer local programs and networking opportunities for MFTs. You can find your local chapter here. Be sure to ask how they support pre-licensees!

PRE-LICENSE JOB SITES AND JOB OPENINGS

Use your membership login and password to get access to this directory that showcases job sites throughout California that pay Associate Marriage and Family Therapists and provide supervision for hours. Login to view. 

LOOKING FOR SUPERVISION?

Check out the directory of CAMFT Certified Supervisors! Our CAMFT Certified Supervisors have gone above and beyond the BBS requirements for supervision to complete the advanced training. Find a CAMFT Certified Supervisor.

CHAPTER SNAPSHOT: MILESTONES, CHALLENGES AND COMMUNITY IMPACT IN 2025 

Michele Champion, CAE, CAMFT Chapter Relations Manager 

In 2025, CAMFT’s chapters experienced a year of growth, connection, and resilience. They proudly celebrated milestones while navigating challenges that tested their creativity and collaboration. What follows is a snapshot of the achievements, challenges, and strategies that shaped some of our chapters last year, illustrating their commitment to professional growth, inclusivity, and meaningful community engagement. 

Proudest Moments 

Redwood Empire was proud to host a well-attended 50th anniversary celebration. The event featured a keynote speaker, volunteer recognition, creative displays, and a commemorative video. Members enjoyed a catered luncheon in a well-decorated space, personal reflections, and community-building activities that highlighted the chapter’s history and member engagement. 

Sacramento Valley maintained consistent programming throughout the year. The chapter alternated between hosting in-person continuing education events and social gatherings and supported them with virtual opportunities. This regularity strengthened member engagement and provided a reliable rhythm of connection and education. 

San Fernando Valley is proud of the teamwork and unity it showed during a challenging year. Board members willingly stepped into roles, and strong leadership guided the chapter with creativity and compassion, keeping it connected and mission-focused. Established in the ’90s, the chapter continues to grow in strength, purpose, and connection. 

Santa Barbara excelled in diverse programming and board collaboration while launching new initiatives, including website improvements and a transition to Wix. The chapter maintained CE and community events, revitalized diversity efforts, and expanded member opportunities. 

Sierra Foothills successfully revitalized member engagement. The board rebuilt the chapter’s infrastructure with state CAMFT guidance, transitioned to Wild Apricot, expanded the board, and increased participation through networking and training events to reestablish its community presence. 
 

Challenges and Solutions 

Redwood Empire struggled with board burnout and with having too few volunteers to manage large events. To address this, the president held small gatherings to recruit new members and expand the board. 

Sacramento Valley faced minimal staffing challenges, a complete and engaged board, and interest from new members for 2026. 

Santa Barbara found adopting a new website to be challenging, but the transition increased engagement, improved communication, and modernized operations. 
 

Sierra Foothills faced threats to the chapter’s future in a small board and low member engagement, but state CAMFT mentoring and technical guidance led to revitalization efforts that rebuilt systems, increased membership to 88 percent of the chapter’s goal, and filled nearly all board positions. 

Involvement with Local Mental Health-Supporting Causes/Organizations 

Redwood Empire participated in Sonoma County Pride by hosting a booth, offering wellness-themed giveaways, and marching in the parade alongside the local psychological association. The chapter cohosted a sign-making event to strengthen collaboration with community partners, sponsored a “Drinks with Shrinks” event, and delivered a presentation on the benefits of chapter membership. Through these activities, they promoted mental health resources, professional connections, and community visibility. 

San Fernando Valley supported mental health efforts by assisting victims of the Eaton and Palisades fires at a disaster relief center in West Los Angeles. Board members coordinated with nonprofits such as the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3834, the Disabled American Veterans Chapter 5, and the Birmingham Veterans Hall to distribute emergency resources. They also organized community-building events in the Santa Clarita Valley to reconnect with and support former members of the dissolved chapter. 

Santa Clara Valley partnered with organizations such as Muir Wood and the Camp Recovery Center to host sponsored networking events and expand access to low-cost resources. They promoted free monthly therapist support groups, created targeted events for the county’s diverse population, and championed diversity, equity, and inclusion. These initiatives strengthened member support and broader mental health engagement within the region. 

Presentations at Schools, Universities, and Agencies 

Redwood Empire presented at Sonoma State University for the counseling psychology department, conducted outreach to local medical clinics, and shared disaster response experiences and mental health training efforts at a CAMFT-coordinated wildfire recovery workshop. 

San Fernando Valley presented at Los Angeles Valley College, Los Angeles Pierce College, Cal State Northridge, Pepperdine University, and other campuses to educate students about mental health careers and community support. 

Santa Clara Valley partnered with agencies for free speaking engagements and training, hosted monthly educational programs and coffee socials, and exhibited at local universities to engage students and raise awareness about the chapter and the larger industry. 
 

Marketing of Events and Trainings 

San Fernando Valley provided multiple ways for members to elevate their voices and connect with the community. Newsletters allowed members to advertise their services and expand their practices, while meetings featured announcements about community and private-practice activities so members could share updates and successes. The chapter developed a strong marketing approach built on consistency, creativity, and genuine community connection, which encouraged broad participation. 

Santa Clara Valley supported its diverse membership through a mentorship program that connects licensed clinicians with pre-licensed members to foster inclusion. The chapter offered in-person and virtual workshops and trainings on a variety of topics to appeal to different interests and learning preferences. Purposeful events such as support groups and networking meetups engaged different segments of the membership, encouraging member-led involvement and representation. 

Sierra Foothills collaborated with state CAMFT to reach members across its large, rural, geographically diverse region. Coordinated email campaigns, surveys, monthly hikes, and networking events helped rebuild engagement, strengthen community ties, and clarify local clinicians’ needs. The chapter’s outreach strategy emphasized accessibility and meaningful connections across geographic distances. 
 

Follow Your Local Chapters!  

San Fernando Valley  is active on Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn You can also sign up for their email list on their website to stay up-to-date on their newsletters.  

Santa Clara Valley is active on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Visit their website to view their latest newsletters!  

Sierra Foothills  is active on LinkedIn and Instagram, with plans to reinstate Facebook soon. 

From championing local mental health causes and presenting at schools and agencies to marketing thoughtfully to a diverse membership across multiple platforms, our chapters’ efforts have strengthened their communities and their impact. Along the way, they encountered obstacles ranging from engagement gaps to limited resources, but by working together, they found solutions that enhanced participation, inclusion, and member support. 

By Jonathan Flier, LMFT
Chapter Advisory Council Member
Los Angeles Chapter

At the start of the COVID shutdown, the Los Angeles Chapter of CAMFT moved all its CEU workshops to an online format. This turned out to be a boon for the chapter, as clinicians throughout the large geographical area known as Greater Los Angeles attended the workshops. This increased participation from 40-70 to often 100-250 or more. Many from the outlying areas joined the chapter, and some, despite the geographic challenges, took on leadership roles on the Board of Directors and various committees.  

As COVID infection protocols began to ease, the chapter started staging events at outdoor venues. This allowed our community to again gather in person regularly. These important in-person events excluded many of our Greater Los Angeles new members who avoided facing the over one-hour drives. LA-CAMFT Board member, Elizabeth G’sell, recognized the emotional need for close-knit connections among these new members, who only had brief opportunities to connect during the online workshops.   

She devised a way to bring these therapists the joy of face-to-face connections that would enhance their sense of well-being and belonging. Elizabeth’s plan created monthly small group luncheons sprinkled throughout the greater Los Angeles catchment area.  

As a benefit and inducement to join the chapter, she thought it would be wonderful to offer the events to members for free. She found a sponsor, Discovery Behavioral Health, which agreed to pay for the lunch in exchange for the opportunity to market its services to the attendees.  

The first step Elizabeth took was to create three summer test runs in Santa Monica, Downey, and Highland Park. Every meet-up was a great success, and tremendous gratitude was expressed to her for the opportunity to connect with fellow therapists.  

Next, she organized a Fall series in Woodland Hills, Glendale, and Pasadena, and is putting together another series for Winter 2026. In her own words, “It's been a labor of love and inspired by a need for connection that is less about networking and more about getting to know one another in a deep and meaningful way. 

As a part of each gathering, Elizabeth created a ritual. She offered each participant the choice of a heart-shaped stone from a beautiful wooden lotus. With the stone in hand, they were each asked to place an intention, affirmation, or reminder that they could share and bring back with them from the event. The participants walk away describing the series with words “lovely, fun, nourishing, beautiful, wonderful, joyful. 

From Elizabeth, “I have found that when we do this, people have the opportunity to deepen conversations and connections.” “I wanted to create something special for members and also get people excited about joining the chapter.  

Elizabeth is happy to have shared this great activity, and we hope other chapters can learn how to create these inspiring and essential opportunities to heal and refresh our therapist community. 

ANOTHER BENEFIT FOR CHAPTER MEMBERS

CAMFT is offering chapter members a $5 discount on the 2025 Law and Ethics webinars. Take advantage of the discount and join our expert staff attorneys as they cover the essential topics MFTs need to know! Learn more.

CONSIDER JOINING A CHAPTER

CAMFT chapters offer exciting events in your local area that can enrich your practice with relevant continuing education workshops and networking opportunities. Click here to find your local chapter.

CAMFT MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO ATTEND IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL CHAPTER EVENTS ACROSS THE STATE

Don’t forget to click here throughout the year for a list of upcoming events throughout the State. Events are listed by Chapter/Region.

WELCOME NEW CEPA PROVIDERS

• Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services 
• Authentigrate LLC 
• Canyon Ridge Hospital 
• Christine Donohue, MFT, SEP 
• EngagedMinds Continuing Education 
• Hope Reimagined 
• Insight Family Therapy Group DBA Insight Yoga Therapy Group  
• Josie A. Valderrama 
• Monica McNeeley 
• Positive Life Solutions Counseling & Education 
• Sharon Cova Zamora 

USING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) IN CREATING CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSES 

The CEPA Committee has approved adding language to the Acknowledgement and Agreement page regarding the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in creating continuing education courses.   

The added language states that CAMFT-Approved CE Providers acknowledge that the majority of their courses' content is based on professional personal experience, and if AI tools were used, those tools were supplemental to the creation of course content. They also acknowledge that appropriate citations were used, especially if the bulk of the AI "generated" material on a topic is primarily sourced from, or overly similar to, material from another CE provider or similar entity. Finally, Providers will have to acknowledge that if they used AI in preparing courses, that they, and no one else, are responsible for the accuracy of the material, especially in regard to legal updates in the field 

SELF-ATTESTATION IS ACCEPTABLE FOR ATTENDANCE  

The CEPA Committee has approved that self-attestation is an acceptable form of recording a participant's record of attendance. An example of self-attestation would be a box on the evaluation that states, “By checking this box, I attest that I attended (name of workshop) on (date).”  

If you have any questions or concerns, please email CEPA@camft.org. 

IT’S EASY TO BECOME A CAMFT-APPROVED PROVIDER 

Have you ever thought about sharing your knowledge and skill while supplementing your income? Now is the perfect time to become a CAMFT-Approved Continuing Education Provider! APPLY TODAY!

Apply before 1/31/26 and use the code CEPACHEER when calling in your payment to get 25% off the Initial Application Fee. Get the details.   

WELCOME TO OUR NEW CAMFT CERTIFIED SUPERVISORS 

• Frank Sabado 

• Christina Wood 

NEW UPDATES TO THE CAMFT CERTIFIED SUPERVISOR PROGRAM! 

Change to Consultant  

Please note that you can only use either a CAMFT Certified Supervisor or an AAMFT Approved Supervisor with two years experience as your Consultant.  If you are currently enrolled in the program and not using a CAMFT Certified Supervisor or an AAMFT Approved Supervisor, you may continue to use your Consultant. 

Certified Supervisor Logo   

The Certified Supervisor Program now has a logo! You can use this brand-new logo on your professional advertising and informational materials including business cards, letterhead, brochures, and website. To use the logo, please download this form by clicking here, sign and send it to csp@camft.org.  

Add Your Photo  

The Directory of CAMFT Certified Supervisors now comes with your picture! When Supervisees are looking for a Supervisor, we recommend they reach out to a CAMFT Certified Supervisor and direct them to this Directory. If you’d like to add your photo to your record, simply Log in to your Dashboard and upload your headshot. This is a GREAT way to personalize your listing!   

LET CERTIFIED SUPERVISOR CANDIDATES KNOW THAT YOU ARE WILLING TO BE A CONSULTANT 

The Directory lets those interested in becoming a Certified Supervisor know who is willing to be a consultant.  

It’s easy! Simply log in and navigate to the area under Certified Supervisor Program. Click on “Willing to be a Consultant for a Certified Supervisor Applicant.” Candidates can sort the list by those who are willing, so it may increase your visibility!  

NEW RESOURCE AVAILABLE FOR THE CAMFT CERTIFIED SUPERVISOR PROGRAM! 

To better serve you and maintain the CAMFT Certified Supervisor Program’s (CSP) Creed to go “Above and Beyond,” the CSP Committee is now using a set of questions to review the topics and score the Case Summary. 

For a helpful cheat sheet to guide your Case Summary writing, CLICK HERE. 

Please remember that Consultants must review and approve the Case Summary before the Verification of Completion application goes to the Committee.

We are thrilled to introduce five NEW Supervision Workshops, totaling 12 CEs! Discover them all in our On-Demand Learning Library. 

• Supervision, How to Make it a Treat and Not a Trick (2 CEs)
• Challenges in Supervision (2 CEs)
• Relationship-Based Supervision Through the Lens of Attachment (2.5 CEs)
• Guidance for Supervisors (2.5 CEs)
• Taking the Supervisory Relationship to the Next Level: Clinical Supervision in the Changing World (3 CEs)

Don’t forget that the BBS requires supervisors to complete a minimum of six (6) hours of continuing professional development in supervision during each renewal period. 

*Reminder: Supervisors may apply their CAMFT supervisor course training hours to their overall CE requirements with one exception. A course taken on law and ethics designed specifically to meet supervisor training requirements CANNOT also be accepted toward meeting the six-hour law and ethics course required of all licensees each renewal period. A single course will not fulfill both requirements. 

CAMFT is pleased to offer our Members a Special Negotiated Discount* with ADP® - the leading provider of Payroll, HR and Benefits. If you have an Intern (employee) or plan to take a salary as an Officer of your Corporation, take advantage of these benefits now.

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