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The Board originally was comprised
of seven members. In 1996, the Legislature increased
the Board to 11 members: two licensed psychologists,
two licensed social workers, one professional
counselor, one marriage family therapist, one
licensed masters level psychologist, and four
members from the general public. All Board members
are appointed by the Governor and serve
four-year terms. In addition to licensing the
six professions listed above, the Board’s
powers, duties, and functions include the following:
- Recommending prosecution for violations of
State law and/or regulations by those professionals
licensed by the Board.
- Compiling and publishing an annual list
of the names and addresses of all person licensed
by the Board
- Prescribing the form and content of examinations
required for licensure
- Adopting and enforcing rules and regulations
relating to:
- Practioner's professional conduct
- Continuing education requirements
- Classes of social work specialities
- Examination procedures
- Adopting rules and regulations as may be
necessary for the administration of the Board
- The Board also appoints an executive director
who oversees the administrative duties of the
Board.
The Board is Funded Through License Fees collected
From the various Professions The Board receives
no State General Fund moneys. Licensing fees range
from $100.00 for a social worker’s license
to $200 for the renewal of a doctorate-level psychologist’s
license. Most professional licenses are issued
for a two-year period.
AG Opinions
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Board Meetings
Schedule
| Board
Members |
| Name |
Location |
Term
Expires |
| Patricia Bartell |
Lawrence |
06-30-12 |
| Jean Hogan |
Wichita |
06-30-11 |
| Kathy Hubka |
Andover |
06-30-12 |
| Wes Jones |
Emporia |
06-30-10 |
| Amory Lovin |
Kansas City |
06-30-10 |
| Richard Maxfield |
Topeka |
06-30-11 |
| Ron McNish |
Mission |
06-30-10 |
| Jody Patterson |
Wichita |
06-30-11 |
| Gary Price |
Lawrence |
06-30-12 |
| Lori Senne |
McFarland |
06-30-11 |
| Sharon Stuewe |
Maple Hill |
06-30-10 |
Kansas
Behavioral Science Board Statutes
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