Purpose
- Licensees use this application for approval of activities that are not an approved sponsored workshop or conference, or APA approved Homestudy.
- Certain activities are automatically approved and do not require this preapproval process. These activities must meet all of the following requirements as outlined in the Louisiana Administrative Code, Title 46, Part LXIII (LAC 46:LXIII)*:
1. Meet the objectives under Section 801.A.
2. Have an acceptable sponsor under Section 805.C.
3. Be a live, virtual, or prerecorded workshop or conference under Section 805.D.
Note: The Board accepts APA Homestudy as an approved activity. To report APA Homestudy, classify it as an approved sponsored workshop. - Applications for CPD Approval shall only be considered if received on or before June 30th of the licensees reporting year.
- No refunds will be provided.
Forms
- TEMPORARLY DISABLED WHILE UNDER REVISION – Licensee Application for Preapproval of Unsponsored Continuing Professional Development Offerings/Activities
Helpful Information
Visit APA to find approved sponsors: APA Approved Sponsors
Note: APA distinguishes between sponsors approved for home study and sponsors approved for in-person workshops. APA only approves sponsors, not individual activities.Continuing Professional Development requirements can be found in the LA Administrative Code, Title 46, Part LXIII (updated June 20, 2026) Chapter 8 for Psychologists and Licensed Psychological Associates; and Chapter 40 for Specialists in School Psychology.
NOTICE: In compliance with La. R.S. 44:33.1, the LSBEP hereby gives notice that information submitted to the LSBEP may become public record pursuant to the provisions of Louisiana Public Records Law, La. R.S. 44:1, et seq.