Health occupations: psychologists; supervised postgraduate experience requirements; modify. Amends sec. 18223 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.18223). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0103'25
Impact
One significant aspect of SB 0104 is the introduction of provisions for temporary licensing aimed at easing entry into the psychological profession. The bill allows individuals pursuing a doctoral degree in psychology to obtain a temporary license for a set duration while they complete the necessary postgraduate experience. This temporary license is intended to facilitate practical training in organized healthcare settings, thus potentially increasing the number of qualified psychologists in Michigan and addressing healthcare needs more effectively.
Summary
Senate Bill 0104 aims to amend the Public Health Code of Michigan by modifying section 18223 related to licensing requirements for psychologists. The bill specifies that individuals seeking to obtain a license must possess a doctoral degree in psychology or a closely related field from an accredited institution, ensuring that their educational background meets established criteria for practice in psychology. This provides a structured pathway for new practitioners to enter the field in a regulated manner that aligns with professional standards.
Contention
While the bill seeks to enhance the quality of psychological practitioners by imposing rigorous educational requirements and supervised experience, there may be contention surrounding the specific details of these licensing requirements. Critics may argue that the temporary licensing aspect, while beneficial in promoting accessibility, could dilute the standards if not adequately regulated. The requirement of full accreditation from recognized professional boards might also face scrutiny, particularly from institutions that are in the process of seeking such designations.
Notable_points
SB 0104 is tied to SB 0103, emphasizing the collaborative approach within the legislative framework for reforms in health occupations. The amendments aim not only to improve the training and qualification of future psychologists but also to ensure that the profession adheres to stringent standards that protect public health and welfare.
Same As
Health occupations: psychologists; supervised postgraduate experience requirements; modify. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 18223a. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0104'25
Health occupations: psychologists; supervised postgraduate experience requirements; modify. Amends sec. 18223 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.18223). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0625'23
Health occupations: psychologists; requirements for practice by limited licensed psychologist; modify. Amends secs. 18221, 18223, 18233 & 18237 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.18221 et seq.).
Health occupations: psychologists; supervised postgraduate experience requirements; modify. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 18223a. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0626'23
Health occupations: marriage and family therapists; licensing requirements for marriage and family therapists; modify and require continuing education. Amends sec. 16909 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16909) & adds sec. 16914.
Health occupations: speech-language pathologists; temporary licensing of speech-language pathologists; modify. Amends sec. 17609 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.17609).
Health occupations: social workers; social work licensure requirements; modify, and include licensure for licensed clinical social workers. Amends secs. 16177, 16348, 18101 & 18501 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16177 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5184'23
Health occupations: counselors; reference to limited licensed counselor; modify to limited licensed professional counselor. Amends secs. 16281, 16905, 18101, 18105, 18106, 18111, 18114 & 18117 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16281 et seq.).
Health occupations: physicians; license to engage in the practice of medicine for international medical school graduates; provide for under certain circumstances. Amends secs. 17012 & 17031 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.17012 & 333.17031) & adds sec. 17012a. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5612'24
Health occupations: psychologists; supervised postgraduate experience requirements; modify. Amends sec. 18223 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.18223). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0625'23
Health occupations: psychologists; requirements for practice by limited licensed psychologist; modify. Amends secs. 18221, 18223, 18233 & 18237 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.18221 et seq.).
Health occupations: psychologists; requirements for practice by limited licensed psychologist; modify. Amends secs. 18221, 18223, 18233 & 18237 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.18221 et seq.).
Substitute for SB 131 by Committee on Public Health and Welfare - Authorizing the state board of healing arts to issue a sports waiver to practice healing arts professions in this state on a limited basis during certain sporting events, authorizing pharmacy technicians to administer certain vaccines, licensing of professional counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists, addiction counselors, behavior analysts, psychologists and master's level psychologists, requiring the behavioral sciences regulatory board to process applications within a certain time and establish an expedited application process, establishing license categories for applicants from social work programs in candidacy for accreditation and for temporary reinstatement; extending the license period of temporary licenses, establishing a community-based license for certain licensed professions.