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.

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