Texas HB2157 amends the Occupations Code to establish licensing standards for psychologists as licensed specialists in school psychology, including.

Texas HB2157 amends the Occupations Code to set standards for licensing psychologists as licensed specialists in school psychology. The bill specifies that the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council must establish these standards, which include passing a nationally recognized qualifying examination and completing supervised experience. The council can also set continuing education requirements related to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, special education evaluations, and school-based psychological services.

Texas HB2157 amends the Occupations Code to establish licensing standards for psychologists as licensed specialists in school psychology, including.

Texas HB2157 amends the Occupations Code to set standards for licensing psychologists as licensed specialists in school psychology. The bill specifies that the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council must establish these standards, which include passing a nationally recognized qualifying examination and completing supervised experience. The council can also set continuing education requirements related to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, special education evaluations, and school-based psychological services.