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California Law & Ethics Exam (LMFT)

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California MFT Jurisprudence License: Complete Roadmap

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1

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.

15
hours
2

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.

15
hours
3

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.

20
hours
4

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.

15
hours
Estimated total study time
65 hours
That's about 7 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the CA MFT Law & Ethics Exam?

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Age
18+
Education
Master's or doctoral degree in MFT or equivalent (required to register as an AMFT)
Background Check
Required (DOJ and FBI) for associate registration
Additional Requirements
  • Registered as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) with the BBS
  • Must attempt the Law & Ethics Exam each annual registration renewal period until passed
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100 Practice Questions

Covers California MFT laws, BBS regulations, CAMFT ethics, and Tarasoff duty

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CA MFT Law & Ethics Exam Details

California Law & Ethics Exam (LMFT)

Administered by California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS)

Official Source
Criterion-referenced/scaled
Passing Score
75
Questions
90
Minutes
$75 (temporary reduced fee July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2030; standard fee $150)
Exam Fee
Study time: 40-80 hours
Prerequisites: Registered as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) with the BBS; completion of supervised experience hours is NOT required to sit for the Law & Ethics Exam

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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.

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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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