Rhode Island H7064 modifies direct client contact hour requirements for marriage and family therapist licensure applicants.

Rhode Island H7064 amends the direct client contact hour requirements for applicants seeking licensure as marriage and family therapist associates and marriage and family therapists. The bill specifies that applicants must complete a minimum of 1,500 hours of direct client contact, with at least 300 hours involving couples, families, or groups. The bill also allows for licensure without examination for applicants who have been licensed in another state for at least one year. This act takes effect upon passage.

Rhode Island H7064 modifies direct client contact hour requirements for marriage and family therapist licensure applicants.

Rhode Island H7064 amends the direct client contact hour requirements for applicants seeking licensure as marriage and family therapist associates and marriage and family therapists. The bill specifies that applicants must complete a minimum of 1,500 hours of direct client contact, with at least 300 hours involving couples, families, or groups. The bill also allows for licensure without examination for applicants who have been licensed in another state for at least one year. This act takes effect upon passage.