Free CA MFT Law & Ethics Exam Prep
California Law & Ethics Exam (LMFT)
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California Practice Act & BBS Authority
Master BPC 4980 MFT Practice Act statutes, BBS disciplinary authority, scope of practice, title protection, and 3,000 supervised hour requirements.
Confidentiality, Privilege & Minor Consent
Examine Evidence Code 1014 psychotherapist-patient privilege, statutory exceptions, Family Code 6924 minor self-consent, and 7-year record retention rules.
Mandated Reporting & Tarasoff Duty
Study CANRA child abuse reporting timelines, SS 8572 forms, elder abuse reporting under WIC 15630, and Civil Code 43.92 Tarasoff duty to protect.
CAMFT Ethics, Supervision & Telehealth
Review CAMFT ethical codes, dual relationship prohibitions, BPC 729 sexual misconduct laws, 16 CCR 1821 supervision rules, and BPC 2290.5 telehealth standards.
Can You Take the CA MFT Law & Ethics Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •ASW/AMFT/APCC registrants (current, delinquent, or cancelled registration) and approved out-of-state applicants are eligible (16 CCR 1829.2)
- •Must attempt the Law & Ethics Exam each annual registration renewal period until passed
Free CA MFT Law & Ethics Prep Tools
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100 Practice Questions
Covers California MFT laws, BBS regulations, CAMFT ethics, and Tarasoff duty
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What You'll Study
6 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Chapter 1: Legal Standards, BBS Authority & Scope of Practice
4 sections
Chapter 2: Confidentiality, Psychotherapist-Patient Privilege & Minor Consent
4 sections
Chapter 3: Mandated Reporting Laws (CANRA, Elder & Dependent Adult Abuse)
4 sections
Chapter 4: Tarasoff Duty, Involuntary Holds & Dangerousness
3 sections
Chapter 5: CAMFT Ethical Standards & Counseling Relationships
6 sections
Chapter 6: Practice Policies, Telehealth & Supervision Standards
3 sections
CA MFT Law & Ethics Exam Details
California Law & Ethics Exam (LMFT)
Administered by California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS)
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What's Next After the CA MFT Law & Ethics?
After passing the CA MFT Law & Ethics, you can pursue these career paths
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Provides independent psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families, and groups in private practice, clinics, or medical settings across California.
Clinical Supervisor
Supervises Associate Marriage and Family Therapists (AMFTs) and trainees in accordance with BBS 16 CCR 1821 supervision standards and CAMFT ethical guidelines.
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