Amends TCA Title 33 and Title 63.
Tennessee SB0789 amends licensure requirements for marital and family therapists and professional counselors, specifying that student interns or trainees must be supervised and can use the title "student therapist" or "pre-licensed marriage and family therapist." It redefines the term "approved supervisor" and changes the temporary license designation to "associate license," extending its validity from three to four years and altering exam requirements. The bill affects individuals pursuing licensure in marriage and family therapy and professional counseling, as well as the standards for supervision and licensure by the board.
Tennessee SB0789 amends licensure requirements for marital and family therapists and professional counselors, specifying that student interns or trainees must be supervised and can use the title "student therapist" or "pre-licensed marriage and family therapist." It redefines the term "approved supervisor" and changes the temporary license designation to "associate license," extending its validity from three to four years and altering exam requirements. The bill affects individuals pursuing licensure in marriage and family therapy and professional counseling, as well as the standards for supervision and licensure by the board.
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