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Relating to provisional licensing of interns enrolled in a doctoral degree program in psychology
Topics:Health careProfessional licensing
Same legislation: HF 2246
Where it is now
- Done: IntroducedJanuary 11, 2022
- Done: SubcommitteeJanuary 12, 2022
- Done: House committeeFebruary 1, 2022
- Skipped: Passes the HouseContinued as HF 2246
- Next: Senate committee
- Next: Passes the Senate
- Next: To the Governor
- Next: Signed into law
Became HF 2246 → Its progress continues under the new number. Go to HF 2246 What’s a funnel?
What’s in it
AI summary Students working toward a doctoral degree in psychology can apply for a two-year provisional license while they complete their internship. These licensed individuals can practice psychology as long as they work under a qualified supervisor. Once they have this license, their services can be paid for through Medicaid or other insurance plans.1
Read the official explanation
This bill allows persons who are enrolled in a doctoral degree program in psychology at an institution approved by the board of psychology but who have not completed the other requirements for licensure to apply for a provisional license during the person’s internship program. The license is designated as a “provisional license in psychology”, and the licensee is authorized to practice psychology under the supervision of a qualified supervisor. The provisional license is valid for a two-year period. The board shall set the fee for the license to cover administrative costs, and shall set a fee for renewal of a provisional license. Services of provisionally licensed psychologists who practice under a qualified supervisor are eligible for reimbursement under the Medicaid program and through third-party payment or prepayment polices or contracts.
House subcommittee
Named January 12, 2022. On February 1, 2022 it recommended amendment and passage. Vote Total: 3-0.
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