New York bill S00263 allows licensed psychologists to apply for conditional prescribing certification to prescribe psychotropic medications.

Bill S00263 amends the education law to allow licensed psychologists in New York to apply for conditional prescribing certification from the Department of Education. To qualify, a psychologist must hold a current license, complete a clinical fellowship, pass relevant exams, and maintain malpractice insurance. The conditional certification is valid for two years and requires ongoing collaboration with a qualified clinician. The bill also allows the Department of Education to waive certain requirements for applicants with relevant training and experience.

New York bill S00263 allows licensed psychologists to apply for conditional prescribing certification to prescribe psychotropic medications.

Bill S00263 amends the education law to allow licensed psychologists in New York to apply for conditional prescribing certification from the Department of Education. To qualify, a psychologist must hold a current license, complete a clinical fellowship, pass relevant exams, and maintain malpractice insurance. The conditional certification is valid for two years and requires ongoing collaboration with a qualified clinician. The bill also allows the Department of Education to waive certain requirements for applicants with relevant training and experience.