<a id="pl.1.3"></a><var>1.3</var>equipment examination and practice; modifying provisions for speech-language <br/>
<a id="pl.1.4"></a><var>1.4</var>pathology and audiology; changing licensing provisions for physical therapists <br/>
<a id="pl.1.5"></a><var>1.5</var>and physical therapy assistants; changing licensing provisions for social <br/>
<a id="pl.1.6"></a><var>1.6</var>work; modifying practice provisions under the Board of Pharmacy; modifying <br/>
<a id="pl.1.7"></a><var>1.7</var>health-related licensing board provisions;amending Minnesota Statutes 2006, <br/>
<a id="pl.1.8"></a><var>1.8</var>sections 144.121, subdivision 5, by adding subdivisions; 147.037, subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.1.9"></a><var>1.9</var>1; 147A.27, subdivision 2; 147B.05, subdivision 2; 147C.35, subdivision 2; <br/>
<a id="pl.1.10"></a><var>1.10</var>147D.25, subdivision 2; 148.515, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 148.65, <br/>
<a id="pl.1.11"></a><var>1.11</var>subdivisions 2, 3, by adding a subdivision; 148.67, subdivision 1; 148.70; <br/>
<a id="pl.1.12"></a><var>1.12</var>148.705; 148.706; 148.71; 148.73; 148.735; 148.736, subdivision 1; 148.74; <br/>
<a id="pl.1.13"></a><var>1.13</var>148.75; 148.754; 148.755; 148.76, subdivision 1; 148.78; 148B.50, subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.1.14"></a><var>1.14</var>5; 148B.53, subdivisions 1, 3; 148C.12, by adding subdivisions; 148D.050, <br/>
<a id="pl.1.15"></a><var>1.15</var>subdivision 1; 148D.055, subdivisions 2, 3, 4, 5, by adding a subdivision; <br/>
<a id="pl.1.16"></a><var>1.16</var>148D.060, subdivisions 5, 6, 7, 13, by adding a subdivision; 148D.120, <br/>
<a id="pl.1.17"></a><var>1.17</var>subdivision 2; 148D.125, subdivision 1; 151.01, by adding subdivisions; 151.06, <br/>
<a id="pl.1.18"></a><var>1.18</var>subdivision 1; 151.21, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, by adding a subdivision; 214.103, <br/>
<a id="pl.1.19"></a><var>1.19</var>subdivisions 8, 9; 214.32, subdivision 1; 245.462, subdivision 18; 245.470, <br/>
<a id="pl.1.20"></a><var>1.20</var>subdivision 1; 245.4871, subdivision 27; 245.488, subdivision 1; 256B.0623, <br/>
<a id="pl.1.21"></a><var>1.21</var>subdivision 5; 256B.0624, subdivisions 5, 8; 256B.0943, subdivision 1; 256J.08, <br/>
<a id="pl.1.22"></a><var>1.22</var>subdivision 73a; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters <br/>
<a id="pl.1.23"></a><var>1.23</var>148; 148B; 148D; proposing coding for new law as Minnesota Statutes, chapter <br/>
<a id="pl.1.24"></a><var>1.24</var>148E; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2006, sections 148.691, subdivision 3; <br/>
<a id="pl.1.25"></a><var>1.25</var>148.71, subdivision 1; 148.72; 148.745; 148.775; 148D.001; 148D.010; <br/>
<a id="pl.1.26"></a><var>1.26</var>148D.015; 148D.020; 148D.025; 148D.030; 148D.035; 148D.040; 148D.045; <br/>
<a id="pl.1.27"></a><var>1.27</var>148D.050; 148D.055; 148D.060; 148D.065; 148D.070; 148D.075; 148D.080; <br/>
<a id="pl.1.28"></a><var>1.28</var>148D.085; 148D.090; 148D.095; 148D.100; 148D.105; 148D.110; 148D.115; <br/>
<a id="pl.1.29"></a><var>1.29</var>148D.120; 148D.125; 148D.130; 148D.135; 148D.140; 148D.145; 148D.150; <br/>
<a id="pl.1.30"></a><var>1.30</var>148D.155; 148D.160; 148D.165; 148D.170; 148D.175; 148D.180; 148D.185; <br/>
<a id="pl.1.31"></a><var>1.31</var>148D.190; 148D.195; 148D.200; 148D.205; 148D.210; 148D.215; 148D.220; <br/>
<a id="pl.1.32"></a><var>1.32</var>148D.225; 148D.230; 148D.235; 148D.240; 148D.245; 148D.250; 148D.255; <br/>
<a id="pl.1.33"></a><var>1.33</var>148D.260; 148D.265; 148D.270; 148D.275; 148D.280; 148D.285; 148D.290; <br/>
<a id="pl.1.34"></a><var>1.34</var>Minnesota Rules, parts 5601.0200; 5601.0300; 5601.0400; 5601.0500; <br/>
<a id="pl.1.35"></a><var>1.35</var>5601.0600; 5601.0700; 5601.0800; 5601.1400; 5601.1500; 5601.1600; <br/>
<a id="pl.1.36"></a><var>1.36</var>5601.2800; 5601.2900; 5601.3000; 5601.3105; 5601.3110; 5601.3115; <br/>
<a id="pl.1.37"></a><var>1.37</var>5601.3120; 5601.3125; 5601.3130; 5601.3135; 5601.3140; 5601.3145; <br/>
<a id="pl.1.38"></a><var>1.38</var>5601.3150; 5601.3155; 5601.3160; 5601.3165.<br/>
<a id="pl.2.1"></a><var>2.1</var>BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA:<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.1.0"></a><a id="pl.2.2"></a><var>2.2</var>    Section 1. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 144.121, subdivision 5, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.2.3"></a><var>2.3</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Examination for individual operating x-ray equipment.</b> After January <br/>
<a id="pl.2.4"></a><var>2.4</var>1, 1997, an individual in a facility with x-ray equipment for use on humans that is <br/>
<a id="pl.2.5"></a><var>2.5</var>registered under subdivision 1 may not operate, nor may the facility allow the individual <br/>
<a id="pl.2.6"></a><var>2.6</var>to operate, x-ray equipment unless the individual has passed an examination approved <br/>
<a id="pl.2.7"></a><var>2.7</var>by the commissioner of health, or an examination determined to the satisfaction of the <br/>
<a id="pl.2.8"></a><var>2.8</var>commissioner of health to be an equivalent national, state, or regional examination, <br/>
<a id="pl.2.9"></a><var>2.9</var>that demonstrates the individual's knowledge of basic radiation safety, proper use of <br/>
<a id="pl.2.10"></a><var>2.10</var>x-ray equipment, darkroom and film processing, and quality assurance procedures. The <br/>
<a id="pl.2.11"></a><var>2.11</var>commissioner shall establish by rule criteria for the approval of examinations required <br/>
<a id="pl.2.12"></a><var>2.12</var>for an individual operating an x-ray machine in Minnesota. (a) After January 1, 2008, an <br/>
<a id="pl.2.13"></a><var>2.13</var>individual in a facility with x-ray equipment for use on humans that is registered under <br/>
<a id="pl.2.14"></a><var>2.14</var>subdivision 1 may not operate, nor may the facility allow the individual to operate, <br/>
<a id="pl.2.15"></a><var>2.15</var>x-ray equipment unless the individual has passed a national examination determined <br/>
<a id="pl.2.16"></a><var>2.16</var>to the satisfaction of the commissioner of health. The commissioner shall establish by <br/>
<a id="pl.2.17"></a><var>2.17</var>rule criteria for the approval of examinations based on national standards, such as the <br/>
<a id="pl.2.18"></a><var>2.18</var>examination in radiography from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, the <br/>
<a id="pl.2.19"></a><var>2.19</var>examination for limited scope of practice in radiography from the American Registry <br/>
<a id="pl.2.20"></a><var>2.20</var>of Radiologic Technologists for limited x-ray machine operators, and the American <br/>
<a id="pl.2.21"></a><var>2.21</var>Registry of Chiropractic Radiography Technologists for limited radiography in spines and <br/>
<a id="pl.2.22"></a><var>2.22</var>extremities; or equivalent examinations approved by other states. Equivalent examinations <br/>
<a id="pl.2.23"></a><var>2.23</var>are to be determined by the commissioner, and must be consistent with the standards <br/>
<a id="pl.2.24"></a><var>2.24</var>for educational and psychological testing as recommended by the American Education <br/>
<a id="pl.2.25"></a><var>2.25</var>Research Association, the American Psychological Association, the National Council <br/>
<a id="pl.2.26"></a><var>2.26</var>on Measurement in Education, or the National Commission for Certifying Agencies. <br/>
<a id="pl.2.27"></a><var>2.27</var>Any costs incurred in determining the extent to which examinations meet the examining <br/>
<a id="pl.2.28"></a><var>2.28</var>standards of this subdivision shall be paid by the individual or organization proposing the <br/>
<a id="pl.2.29"></a><var>2.29</var>use of such examination. The commissioner shall issue a certificate to examinees who <br/>
<a id="pl.2.30"></a><var>2.30</var>pass an approved examination.<br/>
<a id="pl.2.31"></a><var>2.31</var>    (b) Individuals who have met current regulations to operate x-ray equipment prior to <br/>
<a id="pl.2.32"></a><var>2.32</var>January 1, 2008, in a facility with x-ray equipment for use on humans that is registered <br/>
<a id="pl.2.33"></a><var>2.33</var>under subdivision 1 shall not be required to take a national examination as required in <br/>
<a id="pl.2.34"></a><var>2.34</var>paragraph (a).<br/>
<a id="pl.2.35"></a><var>2.35</var><b>EFFECTIVE DATE.</b>This section is effective January 1, 2008.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.2.0"></a><a id="pl.3.1"></a><var>3.1</var>    Sec. 2. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 144.121, is amended by adding a subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.3.2"></a><var>3.2</var>to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.3.3"></a><var>3.3</var>    Subd. 5a. <b>Limited x-ray machine operator examination.</b> The examination for <br/>
<a id="pl.3.4"></a><var>3.4</var>limited x-ray machine operators shall include, but not be limited to:<br/>
<a id="pl.3.5"></a><var>3.5</var>    (1) radiation protection, equipment maintenance and operation, image production <br/>
<a id="pl.3.6"></a><var>3.6</var>and evaluation, patient care and management; and<br/>
<a id="pl.3.7"></a><var>3.7</var>    (2) at least one of the following regions of the human anatomy: chest, extremities, <br/>
<a id="pl.3.8"></a><var>3.8</var>skull and sinus, spine, or ankle and foot. These examinations must include the anatomy <br/>
<a id="pl.3.9"></a><var>3.9</var>of, and position for, the specific regions.<br/>
<a id="pl.3.10"></a><var>3.10</var><b>EFFECTIVE DATE.</b>This section is effective January 1, 2008.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.3.0"></a><a id="pl.3.11"></a><var>3.11</var>    Sec. 3. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 144.121, is amended by adding a subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.3.12"></a><var>3.12</var>to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.3.13"></a><var>3.13</var>    Subd. 5b. <b>Limited x-ray machine operator practice.</b> A limited x-ray operator <br/>
<a id="pl.3.14"></a><var>3.14</var>may practice medical radiography on limited regions of the human anatomy for which <br/>
<a id="pl.3.15"></a><var>3.15</var>they have successfully passed an examination outlined in subdivision 5a. The operator <br/>
<a id="pl.3.16"></a><var>3.16</var>may practice using only routine radiographic procedures, for the interpretation by and <br/>
<a id="pl.3.17"></a><var>3.17</var>under the direction of a licensed practitioner, excluding computed tomography, the use of <br/>
<a id="pl.3.18"></a><var>3.18</var>contrast media, and the use of fluoroscopic or mammographic equipment.<br/>
<a id="pl.3.19"></a><var>3.19</var><b>EFFECTIVE DATE.</b>This section is effective January 1, 2008.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.4.0"></a><a id="pl.3.20"></a><var>3.20</var>    Sec. 4. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 144.121, is amended by adding a subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.3.21"></a><var>3.21</var>to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.3.22"></a><var>3.22</var>    Subd. 5c. <b>Exemptions.</b> X-ray machine operators who have met current regulations <br/>
<a id="pl.3.23"></a><var>3.23</var>adopted by the commissioner prior to January 1, 2008, are exempt from the requirements <br/>
<a id="pl.3.24"></a><var>3.24</var>of subdivisions 5 to 5e, but must meet the continuing education requirements provided in <br/>
<a id="pl.3.25"></a><var>3.25</var>subdivision 5f. Subdivisions 5 to 5f do not apply to dental hygienists, dental assistants, <br/>
<a id="pl.3.26"></a><var>3.26</var>certified registered nurse anesthetists, and individuals that are licensed in the state of <br/>
<a id="pl.3.27"></a><var>3.27</var>Minnesota to practice medicine, osteopathy, chiropractics, podiatry, and dentistry.<br/>
<a id="pl.3.28"></a><var>3.28</var><b>EFFECTIVE DATE.</b>This section is effective January 1, 2008.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.5.0"></a><a id="pl.3.29"></a><var>3.29</var>    Sec. 5. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 144.121, is amended by adding a subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.3.30"></a><var>3.30</var>to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.3.31"></a><var>3.31</var>    Subd. 5d. <b>Procedures.</b> The commissioner shall adopt by rule procedures to be <br/>
<a id="pl.3.32"></a><var>3.32</var>followed for examinations.<br/>
<a id="pl.4.1"></a><var>4.1</var><b>EFFECTIVE DATE.</b>This section is effective January 1, 2008.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.6.0"></a><a id="pl.4.2"></a><var>4.2</var>    Sec. 6. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 144.121, is amended by adding a subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.4.3"></a><var>4.3</var>to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.4.4"></a><var>4.4</var>    Subd. 5e. <b>Variance of scope and practice.</b> The commissioner may grant a variance <br/>
<a id="pl.4.5"></a><var>4.5</var>according to Minnesota Rules, parts 4717.7000 to 4717.7050, to a facility for the scope of <br/>
<a id="pl.4.6"></a><var>4.6</var>practice of an x-ray operator in cases where the delivery of health care would otherwise be <br/>
<a id="pl.4.7"></a><var>4.7</var>compromised if a variance were not granted. The request for a variance must be in writing, <br/>
<a id="pl.4.8"></a><var>4.8</var>state the circumstances that constitute hardship, state the period of time the facility wishes <br/>
<a id="pl.4.9"></a><var>4.9</var>to have the variance for the scope of practice in place, and state the alternative measures <br/>
<a id="pl.4.10"></a><var>4.10</var>that will be taken if the variance is granted. The commissioner shall set forth in writing <br/>
<a id="pl.4.11"></a><var>4.11</var>the reasons for granting or denying the variance. Variances granted by the commissioner <br/>
<a id="pl.4.12"></a><var>4.12</var>specify in writing the time limitation and required alternative measures to be taken <br/>
<a id="pl.4.13"></a><var>4.13</var>by the facility. A request for the variance shall be denied if the commissioner finds the <br/>
<a id="pl.4.14"></a><var>4.14</var>circumstances stated by the facility do not support a claim of hardship, the requested time <br/>
<a id="pl.4.15"></a><var>4.15</var>period for the variance is unreasonable, the alternative measures proposed by the facility <br/>
<a id="pl.4.16"></a><var>4.16</var>are not equivalent to the scope of practice, or the request for the variance is not submitted <br/>
<a id="pl.4.17"></a><var>4.17</var>to the commissioner in a timely manner.<br/>
<a id="pl.4.18"></a><var>4.18</var><b>EFFECTIVE DATE.</b>This section is effective January 1, 2008.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.7.0"></a><a id="pl.4.19"></a><var>4.19</var>    Sec. 7. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 144.121, is amended by adding a subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.4.20"></a><var>4.20</var>to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.4.21"></a><var>4.21</var>    Subd. 5f. <b>Continuing education requirements.</b> The commissioner shall approve <br/>
<a id="pl.4.22"></a><var>4.22</var>continuing education programs for limited x-ray operators that offer x-ray-specific courses <br/>
<a id="pl.4.23"></a><var>4.23</var>including, but not limited to, courses offered online. A limited x-ray operator shall <br/>
<a id="pl.4.24"></a><var>4.24</var>complete four hours of continuing education during every two-year period and pay a $20 <br/>
<a id="pl.4.25"></a><var>4.25</var>fee every two years in order to remain certified. The first two-year period ends January <br/>
<a id="pl.4.26"></a><var>4.26</var>1, 2010. A limited x-ray operator who is out of compliance shall be given three months <br/>
<a id="pl.4.27"></a><var>4.27</var>to comply with this subdivision. After that three-month period, an individual who is out <br/>
<a id="pl.4.28"></a><var>4.28</var>of compliance shall be required to take an examination, as provided in subdivision 5, <br/>
<a id="pl.4.29"></a><var>4.29</var>in order to be recertified.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.8.0"></a><a id="pl.4.30"></a><var>4.30</var>    Sec. 8. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 147.037, subdivision 1, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.4.31"></a><var>4.31</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Requirements.</b> The board shall issue a license to practice medicine <br/>
<a id="pl.4.32"></a><var>4.32</var>to any person who satisfies the requirements in paragraphs (a) to (g).<br/>
<a id="pl.5.1"></a><var>5.1</var>    (a) The applicant shall satisfy all the requirements established in section 
         <statute_ref>147.02, <br/>
<a id="pl.5.2"></a><var>5.2</var>subdivision 1
         </statute_ref>, paragraphs (a), (e), (f), (g), and (h). <br/>
<a id="pl.5.3"></a><var>5.3</var>    (b) The applicant shall present evidence satisfactory to the board that the applicant <br/>
<a id="pl.5.4"></a><var>5.4</var>is a graduate of a medical or osteopathic school approved by the board as equivalent <br/>
<a id="pl.5.5"></a><var>5.5</var>to accredited United States or Canadian schools based upon its faculty, curriculum, <br/>
<a id="pl.5.6"></a><var>5.6</var>facilities, accreditation, or other relevant data. If the applicant is a graduate of a medical <br/>
<a id="pl.5.7"></a><var>5.7</var>or osteopathic program that is not accredited by the Liaison Committee for Medical <br/>
<a id="pl.5.8"></a><var>5.8</var>Education or the American Osteopathic Association, the applicant must may use the <br/>
<a id="pl.5.9"></a><var>5.9</var>Federation of State Medical Boards' Federation Credentials Verification Service (FCVS) <br/>
<a id="pl.5.10"></a><var>5.10</var>or its successor. If the applicant uses this service as required allowed under this paragraph, <br/>
<a id="pl.5.11"></a><var>5.11</var>the physician application fee may be less than $200 but must not exceed the cost of <br/>
<a id="pl.5.12"></a><var>5.12</var>administering this paragraph.<br/>
<a id="pl.5.13"></a><var>5.13</var>    (c) The applicant shall present evidence satisfactory to the board that the applicant <br/>
<a id="pl.5.14"></a><var>5.14</var>has been awarded a certificate by the Educational Council for Foreign Medical Graduates, <br/>
<a id="pl.5.15"></a><var>5.15</var>and the applicant has a working ability in the English language sufficient to communicate <br/>
<a id="pl.5.16"></a><var>5.16</var>with patients and physicians and to engage in the practice of medicine.<br/>
<a id="pl.5.17"></a><var>5.17</var>    (d) The applicant shall present evidence satisfactory to the board of the completion <br/>
<a id="pl.5.18"></a><var>5.18</var>of two years of graduate, clinical medical training in a program located in the United <br/>
<a id="pl.5.19"></a><var>5.19</var>States, its territories, or Canada and accredited by a national accrediting organization <br/>
<a id="pl.5.20"></a><var>5.20</var>approved by the board. This requirement does not apply:<br/>
<a id="pl.5.21"></a><var>5.21</var>    (1) to an applicant who is admitted as a permanent immigrant to the United States on <br/>
<a id="pl.5.22"></a><var>5.22</var>or before October 1, 1991, as a person of exceptional ability in the sciences according to <br/>
<a id="pl.5.23"></a><var>5.23</var>Code of Federal Regulations, title 20, section 656.22(d);<br/>
<a id="pl.5.24"></a><var>5.24</var>    (2) to an applicant holding a valid license to practice medicine in another country <br/>
<a id="pl.5.25"></a><var>5.25</var>and issued a permanent immigrant visa after October 1, 1991, as a person of extraordinary <br/>
<a id="pl.5.26"></a><var>5.26</var>ability in the field of science or as an outstanding professor or researcher according to <br/>
<a id="pl.5.27"></a><var>5.27</var>Code of Federal Regulations, title 8, section 204.5(h) and (i), or a temporary nonimmigrant <br/>
<a id="pl.5.28"></a><var>5.28</var>visa as a person of extraordinary ability in the field of science according to Code of <br/>
<a id="pl.5.29"></a><var>5.29</var>Federal Regulations, title 8, section 214.2(o),<br/>
<a id="pl.5.30"></a><var>5.30</var>provided that a person under clause (1) or (2) is admitted pursuant to rules of the United <br/>
<a id="pl.5.31"></a><var>5.31</var>States Department of Labor; or<br/>
<a id="pl.5.32"></a><var>5.32</var>    (3) to an applicant who is licensed in another state, has practiced five years without <br/>
<a id="pl.5.33"></a><var>5.33</var>disciplinary action in the United States, its territories, or Canada, has completed one year <br/>
<a id="pl.5.34"></a><var>5.34</var>of the graduate, clinical medical training required by this paragraph, and has passed the <br/>
<a id="pl.5.35"></a><var>5.35</var>Special Purpose Examination of the Federation of State Medical Boards within three <br/>
<a id="pl.5.36"></a><var>5.36</var>attempts in the 24 months before licensing.<br/>
<a id="pl.6.1"></a><var>6.1</var>    (e) The applicant must:<br/>
<a id="pl.6.2"></a><var>6.2</var>    (1) have passed an examination prepared and graded by the Federation of State <br/>
<a id="pl.6.3"></a><var>6.3</var>Medical Boards, the United States Medical Licensing Examination program in accordance <br/>
<a id="pl.6.4"></a><var>6.4</var>with section 
         <statute_ref>147.02, subdivision 1</statute_ref>, paragraph (c), clause (2), or the Medical Council <br/>
<a id="pl.6.5"></a><var>6.5</var>of Canada; and <br/>
<a id="pl.6.6"></a><var>6.6</var>    (2) have a current license from the equivalent licensing agency in another state or <br/>
<a id="pl.6.7"></a><var>6.7</var>country and, if the examination in clause (1) was passed more than ten years ago, either:<br/>
<a id="pl.6.8"></a><var>6.8</var>    (i) pass the Special Purpose Examination of the Federation of State Medical Boards <br/>
<a id="pl.6.9"></a><var>6.9</var>with a score of 75 or better within three attempts; or<br/>
<a id="pl.6.10"></a><var>6.10</var>    (ii) have a current certification by a specialty board of the American Board of <br/>
<a id="pl.6.11"></a><var>6.11</var>Medical Specialties, of the American Osteopathic Association Bureau of Professional <br/>
<a id="pl.6.12"></a><var>6.12</var>Education, of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or of the College <br/>
<a id="pl.6.13"></a><var>6.13</var>of Family Physicians of Canada.<br/>
<a id="pl.6.14"></a><var>6.14</var>    (f) The applicant must not be under license suspension or revocation by the licensing <br/>
<a id="pl.6.15"></a><var>6.15</var>board of the state or jurisdiction in which the conduct that caused the suspension or <br/>
<a id="pl.6.16"></a><var>6.16</var>revocation occurred.<br/>
<a id="pl.6.17"></a><var>6.17</var>    (g) The applicant must not have engaged in conduct warranting disciplinary action <br/>
<a id="pl.6.18"></a><var>6.18</var>against a licensee, or have been subject to disciplinary action other than as specified in <br/>
<a id="pl.6.19"></a><var>6.19</var>paragraph (f). If an applicant does not satisfy the requirements stated in this paragraph, <br/>
<a id="pl.6.20"></a><var>6.20</var>the board may issue a license only on the applicant's showing that the public will be <br/>
<a id="pl.6.21"></a><var>6.21</var>protected through issuance of a license with conditions or limitations the board considers <br/>
<a id="pl.6.22"></a><var>6.22</var>appropriate.<br/>
<a id="pl.6.23"></a><var>6.23</var><b>EFFECTIVE DATE.</b>This section is effective the day following final enactment.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.9.0"></a><a id="pl.6.24"></a><var>6.24</var>    Sec. 9. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 147A.27, subdivision 2, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.6.25"></a><var>6.25</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Organization.</b> The council shall be organized and administered under <br/>
<a id="pl.6.26"></a><var>6.26</var>section 
         <statute_ref>15.059</statute_ref>, except that the advisory council shall expire on June 30, 2007. <br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.10.0"></a><a id="pl.6.27"></a><var>6.27</var>    Sec. 10. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 147B.05, subdivision 2, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.6.28"></a><var>6.28</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Administration; compensation; removal; quorum.</b> The advisory council <br/>
<a id="pl.6.29"></a><var>6.29</var>is governed by section 
         <statute_ref>15.059</statute_ref>, except that the council does not expire until June 30, 2007.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.11.0"></a><a id="pl.6.30"></a><var>6.30</var>    Sec. 11. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 147C.35, subdivision 2, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.6.31"></a><var>6.31</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Organization.</b> The advisory council shall be organized and administered <br/>
<a id="pl.6.32"></a><var>6.32</var>under section 15.059. The council expires June 30, 2007.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.12.0"></a><a id="pl.7.1"></a><var>7.1</var>    Sec. 12. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 147D.25, subdivision 2, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.7.2"></a><var>7.2</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Organization.</b> The advisory council shall be organized and administered <br/>
<a id="pl.7.3"></a><var>7.3</var>under section 15.059. The council expires June 30, 2007.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.13.0"></a><a id="pl.7.4"></a><var>7.4</var>    Sec. 13. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148.515, subdivision 2, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.7.5"></a><var>7.5</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Master's or doctoral degree required</b><b> for speech-language pathology </b><br/>
<a id="pl.7.6"></a><var>7.6</var><b>applicants</b><b>.</b> (a) An applicant for speech-language pathology must possess a master's or <br/>
<a id="pl.7.7"></a><var>7.7</var>doctoral degree that meets the requirements of paragraph (b). If completing a doctoral <br/>
<a id="pl.7.8"></a><var>7.8</var>program in which a master's degree has not been conferred, an applicant must submit a <br/>
<a id="pl.7.9"></a><var>7.9</var>transcript showing or letter from the academic department chair evidencing completion <br/>
<a id="pl.7.10"></a><var>7.10</var>of course work coursework equivalent to, or exceeding, a master's degree that meets <br/>
<a id="pl.7.11"></a><var>7.11</var>the requirement of paragraph (b).<br/>
<a id="pl.7.12"></a><var>7.12</var>    (b) All of the speech-language pathology applicant's graduate coursework and <br/>
<a id="pl.7.13"></a><var>7.13</var>clinical practicum required in the professional area for which licensure is sought must <br/>
<a id="pl.7.14"></a><var>7.14</var>have been initiated and completed at an institution whose program meets the current <br/>
<a id="pl.7.15"></a><var>7.15</var>requirements and was accredited by the Educational Standards Board of the Council <br/>
<a id="pl.7.16"></a><var>7.16</var>on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology, a body <br/>
<a id="pl.7.17"></a><var>7.17</var>recognized by the United States Department of Education, or an equivalent as determined <br/>
<a id="pl.7.18"></a><var>7.18</var>by the commissioner, in the area for which licensure is sought.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.14.0"></a><a id="pl.7.19"></a><var>7.19</var>    Sec. 14. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148.515, is amended by adding a subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.7.20"></a><var>7.20</var>to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.7.21"></a><var>7.21</var>    Subd. 2a. <b>Masters or doctoral degree required for audiology applicants.</b> An <br/>
<a id="pl.7.22"></a><var>7.22</var>applicant for audiology must possess a masters degree or doctoral degree that meets the <br/>
<a id="pl.7.23"></a><var>7.23</var>following requirements:<br/>
<a id="pl.7.24"></a><var>7.24</var>    (1) if graduate training is completed prior to August 30, 2007, an audiology applicant <br/>
<a id="pl.7.25"></a><var>7.25</var>must possess a masters or doctoral degree in audiology from an accredited educational <br/>
<a id="pl.7.26"></a><var>7.26</var>institution; or<br/>
<a id="pl.7.27"></a><var>7.27</var>    (2) if graduate training is completed after August 30, 2007, an audiology applicant <br/>
<a id="pl.7.28"></a><var>7.28</var>must possess a doctoral degree with an emphasis in audiology, or its equivalent as <br/>
<a id="pl.7.29"></a><var>7.29</var>determined by the commissioner, from an accredited educational institution.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.15.0"></a><a id="pl.7.30"></a><var>7.30</var>    Sec. 15. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148.65, subdivision 2, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.7.31"></a><var>7.31</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Physical therapist.</b> "Physical therapist" means a person licensed by the <br/>
<a id="pl.7.32"></a><var>7.32</var>board who practices physical therapy as defined in sections 
         <statute_ref>148.65</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148.78</statute_ref>. <br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.16.0"></a><a id="pl.8.1"></a><var>8.1</var>    Sec. 16. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148.65, subdivision 3, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.8.2"></a><var>8.2</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Physical therapist assistant.</b> "Physical therapist assistant" means <br/>
<a id="pl.8.3"></a><var>8.3</var>a graduate of a physical therapist assistant educational program accredited by the <br/>
<a id="pl.8.4"></a><var>8.4</var>Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) or a recognized <br/>
<a id="pl.8.5"></a><var>8.5</var>comparable national accrediting agency approved by the board. The physical therapist <br/>
<a id="pl.8.6"></a><var>8.6</var>assistant, person licensed by the board who provides physical therapy under the <br/>
<a id="pl.8.7"></a><var>8.7</var>direction and supervision of the a physical therapist, and who performs physical therapy <br/>
<a id="pl.8.8"></a><var>8.8</var>interventions and assists with coordination, communication, and documentation;, and <br/>
<a id="pl.8.9"></a><var>8.9</var>patient-client-related instruction. The physical therapist is not required to be on-site <br/>
<a id="pl.8.10"></a><var>8.10</var>except as required under Minnesota Rules, part 5601.1500, but must be easily available <br/>
<a id="pl.8.11"></a><var>8.11</var>by telecommunications.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.17.0"></a><a id="pl.8.12"></a><var>8.12</var>    Sec. 17. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148.65, is amended by adding a subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.8.13"></a><var>8.13</var>to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.8.14"></a><var>8.14</var>    Subd. 8. <b>Licensee.</b> "Licensee" means a person licensed as a physical therapist <br/>
<a id="pl.8.15"></a><var>8.15</var>or a physical therapist assistant.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.18.0"></a><a id="pl.8.16"></a><var>8.16</var>    Sec. 18. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148.67, subdivision 1, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.8.17"></a><var>8.17</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Board of Physical Therapy appointed.</b> The governor shall appoint <br/>
<a id="pl.8.18"></a><var>8.18</var>a state Board of Physical Therapy to administer sections 
         <statute_ref>148.65</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148.78</statute_ref>, regarding the <br/>
<a id="pl.8.19"></a><var>8.19</var>qualifications and examination of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants. The <br/>
<a id="pl.8.20"></a><var>8.20</var>board shall consist of nine members, citizens and residents of the state of Minnesota, <br/>
<a id="pl.8.21"></a><var>8.21</var>composed of four five physical therapists, one licensed and registered doctor of medicine, <br/>
<a id="pl.8.22"></a><var>8.22</var>one two physical therapy assistant therapist assistants, and three public members. The four <br/>
<a id="pl.8.23"></a><var>8.23</var>physical therapist members and the physical therapist assistant members must be licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.8.24"></a><var>8.24</var>physical therapists in this state. Each of the four physical therapist members must and have <br/>
<a id="pl.8.25"></a><var>8.25</var>at least five years' experience in physical therapy practice, physical therapy administration, <br/>
<a id="pl.8.26"></a><var>8.26</var>or physical therapy education. The five years' experience must immediately precede <br/>
<a id="pl.8.27"></a><var>8.27</var>appointment. Membership terms, compensation of members, removal of members, <br/>
<a id="pl.8.28"></a><var>8.28</var>filling of membership vacancies, and fiscal year and reporting requirements shall be as <br/>
<a id="pl.8.29"></a><var>8.29</var>provided in sections 
         <statute_ref>214.07</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>214.09</statute_ref>. The provision of staff, administrative services, and <br/>
<a id="pl.8.30"></a><var>8.30</var>office space; the review and processing of complaints; the setting of board fees; and <br/>
<a id="pl.8.31"></a><var>8.31</var>other provisions relating to board operations shall be as provided in chapter 214. Each <br/>
<a id="pl.8.32"></a><var>8.32</var>member of the board shall file with the secretary of state the constitutional oath of office <br/>
<a id="pl.8.33"></a><var>8.33</var>before beginning the term of office. <br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.19.0"></a><a id="pl.9.1"></a><var>9.1</var>    Sec. 19. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148.70, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.9.2"></a><var>9.2</var><b>148.70 APPLICANTS, QUALIFICATIONS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.9.3"></a><var>9.3</var>    The Board of Physical Therapy must:<br/>
<a id="pl.9.4"></a><var>9.4</var>    (1) establish the qualifications of applicants for licensing and continuing education <br/>
<a id="pl.9.5"></a><var>9.5</var>requirements for relicensing renewal of licensure;<br/>
<a id="pl.9.6"></a><var>9.6</var>    (2) provide for and conduct all examinations following satisfactory completion of <br/>
<a id="pl.9.7"></a><var>9.7</var>all didactic requirements;<br/>
<a id="pl.9.8"></a><var>9.8</var>    (3) determine the applicants who successfully pass the examination; and<br/>
<a id="pl.9.9"></a><var>9.9</var>    (4) duly license an applicant after the applicant has presented evidence satisfactory <br/>
<a id="pl.9.10"></a><var>9.10</var>to the board that the applicant has completed an accredited physical therapy educational <br/>
<a id="pl.9.11"></a><var>9.11</var>program of education or continuing education approved by the board met all requirements <br/>
<a id="pl.9.12"></a><var>9.12</var>for licensure as a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant.<br/>
<a id="pl.9.13"></a><var>9.13</var>    The passing score for examinations taken after July 1, 1995, shall be based on <br/>
<a id="pl.9.14"></a><var>9.14</var>objective, numerical standards, as established by a nationally recognized board approved <br/>
<a id="pl.9.15"></a><var>9.15</var>testing service.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.20.0"></a><a id="pl.9.16"></a><var>9.16</var>    Sec. 20. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148.705, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.9.17"></a><var>9.17</var><b>148.705 APPLICATION.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.9.18"></a><var>9.18</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Form; fee.</b> An applicant for licensing licensure as a physical <br/>
<a id="pl.9.19"></a><var>9.19</var>therapist or physical therapist assistant shall file submit a written application on forms <br/>
<a id="pl.9.20"></a><var>9.20</var>provided by the board together with a the appropriate fee in the amount set by the board. <br/>
<a id="pl.9.21"></a><var>9.21</var>No portion of the fee is refundable. No applicant will be approved to sit for the national <br/>
<a id="pl.9.22"></a><var>9.22</var>examination until the application is complete, as determined by the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.9.23"></a><var>9.23</var>    An approved program for physical therapists shall include the following:<br/>
<a id="pl.9.24"></a><var>9.24</var>    (1) a minimum of 60 academic semester credits or its equivalent from an accredited <br/>
<a id="pl.9.25"></a><var>9.25</var>college, including courses in the biological and physical sciences; and<br/>
<a id="pl.9.26"></a><var>9.26</var>    (2) an accredited course in physical therapy education which has provided adequate <br/>
<a id="pl.9.27"></a><var>9.27</var>instruction in the basic sciences, clinical sciences, and physical therapy theory and <br/>
<a id="pl.9.28"></a><var>9.28</var>procedures, as determined by the board. In determining whether or not a course in physical <br/>
<a id="pl.9.29"></a><var>9.29</var>therapy is approved, the board may take into consideration the accreditation of such <br/>
<a id="pl.9.30"></a><var>9.30</var>schools by the appropriate council of the American Medical Association, the American <br/>
<a id="pl.9.31"></a><var>9.31</var>Physical Therapy Association, or the Canadian Medical Association.<br/>
<a id="pl.9.32"></a><var>9.32</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Contents of application.</b> (a) The application must include the following <br/>
<a id="pl.9.33"></a><var>9.33</var>information:<br/>
<a id="pl.10.1"></a><var>10.1</var>    (1) evidence satisfactory to the board that the applicant has met the educational <br/>
<a id="pl.10.2"></a><var>10.2</var>requirements of section 148.721 or 148.722 as demonstrated by a certified copy of a <br/>
<a id="pl.10.3"></a><var>10.3</var>transcript;<br/>
<a id="pl.10.4"></a><var>10.4</var>    (2) recommendations by two physical therapists registered or licensed to practice <br/>
<a id="pl.10.5"></a><var>10.5</var>physical therapy in the United States or Canada attesting to the applicant's ethical and <br/>
<a id="pl.10.6"></a><var>10.6</var>moral character;<br/>
<a id="pl.10.7"></a><var>10.7</var>    (3) a recent full-face photograph of the applicant attached to the application with the <br/>
<a id="pl.10.8"></a><var>10.8</var>affidavit on the form completed and notarized;<br/>
<a id="pl.10.9"></a><var>10.9</var>    (4) a record of the applicant's high school, college, and board-approved physical <br/>
<a id="pl.10.10"></a><var>10.10</var>therapy school education listing the names, locations, dates of attendance, and diplomas, <br/>
<a id="pl.10.11"></a><var>10.11</var>degrees, or certificates awarded;<br/>
<a id="pl.10.12"></a><var>10.12</var>    (5) a record of the applicant's postgraduate work and military service;<br/>
<a id="pl.10.13"></a><var>10.13</var>    (6) a listing of the United States jurisdictions, and countries in which the applicant is <br/>
<a id="pl.10.14"></a><var>10.14</var>currently licensed or registered, or has been in the past, including the applicant's license or <br/>
<a id="pl.10.15"></a><var>10.15</var>registration certificate number, the date the license or registration was obtained, and the <br/>
<a id="pl.10.16"></a><var>10.16</var>method by which the license or registration was received;<br/>
<a id="pl.10.17"></a><var>10.17</var>    (7) a record of the applicant's current and previous physical therapy practice <br/>
<a id="pl.10.18"></a><var>10.18</var>experience;<br/>
<a id="pl.10.19"></a><var>10.19</var>    (8) a record of disciplinary action taken on past complaints, refusal of licensure or <br/>
<a id="pl.10.20"></a><var>10.20</var>registration, or denial of examination eligibility by another state board or physical therapy <br/>
<a id="pl.10.21"></a><var>10.21</var>society against the applicant;<br/>
<a id="pl.10.22"></a><var>10.22</var>    (9) a record of the applicant's personal use or administration of any controlled <br/>
<a id="pl.10.23"></a><var>10.23</var>substances and any treatment for alcohol or drug abuse;<br/>
<a id="pl.10.24"></a><var>10.24</var>    (10) a record by the applicant of any disease, illness, or injury that impairs the <br/>
<a id="pl.10.25"></a><var>10.25</var>applicant's ability to practice physical therapy;<br/>
<a id="pl.10.26"></a><var>10.26</var>    (11) a record of any convictions for crimes related to the practice of physical therapy, <br/>
<a id="pl.10.27"></a><var>10.27</var>felonies, gross misdemeanors, and crimes involving moral turpitude;<br/>
<a id="pl.10.28"></a><var>10.28</var>    (12) a listing of any memberships in a physical therapy professional association;<br/>
<a id="pl.10.29"></a><var>10.29</var>    (13) the applicant's name and address;<br/>
<a id="pl.10.30"></a><var>10.30</var>    (14) the applicant's Social Security number, alien registration card number, or tax <br/>
<a id="pl.10.31"></a><var>10.31</var>identification number, whichever is applicable;<br/>
<a id="pl.10.32"></a><var>10.32</var>    (15) completed copies of credentials verification forms provided by the board; and<br/>
<a id="pl.10.33"></a><var>10.33</var>    (16) any information deemed necessary by the board to evaluate the applicant.<br/>
<a id="pl.10.34"></a><var>10.34</var>    (b) A person who has previously practiced in another state shall submit the following <br/>
<a id="pl.10.35"></a><var>10.35</var>information for the five-year period of active practice preceding the date of filing <br/>
<a id="pl.10.36"></a><var>10.36</var>application in this state:<br/>
<a id="pl.11.1"></a><var>11.1</var>    (1) the name and address of the person's professional liability insurer in the other <br/>
<a id="pl.11.2"></a><var>11.2</var>state; and<br/>
<a id="pl.11.3"></a><var>11.3</var>    (2) the number, date, and disposition of any malpractice settlement or award made <br/>
<a id="pl.11.4"></a><var>11.4</var>to a plaintiff relating to the quality of services provided.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.21.0"></a><a id="pl.11.5"></a><var>11.5</var>    Sec. 21. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148.706, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.11.6"></a><var>11.6</var><b>148.706 </b><b>SUPERVISION OF</b><b> PHYSICAL THERAPIST</b><b> ASSISTANTS, AIDES, </b><br/>
<a id="pl.11.7"></a><var>11.7</var><b>AND STUDENTS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.11.8"></a><var>11.8</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Supervision.</b> Every physical therapist who uses the services of a <br/>
<a id="pl.11.9"></a><var>11.9</var>physical therapist assistant or physical therapy aide for the purpose of assisting in the <br/>
<a id="pl.11.10"></a><var>11.10</var>practice of physical therapy is responsible for functions performed by the assistant or <br/>
<a id="pl.11.11"></a><var>11.11</var>aide while engaged in such assistance. The physical therapist shall delegate duties to the <br/>
<a id="pl.11.12"></a><var>11.12</var>physical therapist assistant and assign tasks to the physical therapy aide in accordance <br/>
<a id="pl.11.13"></a><var>11.13</var>with Minnesota Rules, part 5601.1400 subdivision 2. Physical therapists who instruct <br/>
<a id="pl.11.14"></a><var>11.14</var>student physical therapists and student physical therapist assistants are responsible for the <br/>
<a id="pl.11.15"></a><var>11.15</var>functions performed by the students and shall supervise the students as provided under <br/>
<a id="pl.11.16"></a><var>11.16</var>section 
         <statute_ref>148.65, subdivisions 5 and 6</statute_ref>. A licensed physical therapist may supervise no more <br/>
<a id="pl.11.17"></a><var>11.17</var>than two physical therapist assistants at any time.<br/>
<a id="pl.11.18"></a><var>11.18</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Delegation of duties.</b> The physical therapist may delegate patient <br/>
<a id="pl.11.19"></a><var>11.19</var>treatment procedures only to a physical therapist assistant who has sufficient didactic and <br/>
<a id="pl.11.20"></a><var>11.20</var>clinical preparation. The physical therapist may not delegate the following activities to the <br/>
<a id="pl.11.21"></a><var>11.21</var>physical therapist assistant or to other supportive personnel: patient evaluation, treatment <br/>
<a id="pl.11.22"></a><var>11.22</var>planning, initial treatment, change of treatment, and initial or final documentation.<br/>
<a id="pl.11.23"></a><var>11.23</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Observation of physical therapist assistants.</b> When components of a <br/>
<a id="pl.11.24"></a><var>11.24</var>patient's treatment are delegated to a physical therapist assistant, a physical therapist must <br/>
<a id="pl.11.25"></a><var>11.25</var>provide on-site observation of the treatment and documentation of its appropriateness at <br/>
<a id="pl.11.26"></a><var>11.26</var>least every six treatment sessions. The physical therapist is not required to be on-site, but <br/>
<a id="pl.11.27"></a><var>11.27</var>must be easily available by telecommunications.<br/>
<a id="pl.11.28"></a><var>11.28</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Observation of physical therapy aides.</b> The physical therapist must <br/>
<a id="pl.11.29"></a><var>11.29</var>observe the patient's status before and after the treatment administered by a physical <br/>
<a id="pl.11.30"></a><var>11.30</var>therapy aide. The physical therapy aide may perform tasks related to preparation of patient <br/>
<a id="pl.11.31"></a><var>11.31</var>and equipment for treatment, housekeeping, transportation, clerical duties, departmental <br/>
<a id="pl.11.32"></a><var>11.32</var>maintenance, and selected treatment procedures. The tasks must be performed under the <br/>
<a id="pl.11.33"></a><var>11.33</var>direct supervision of a physical therapist who is readily available for advice, instruction, <br/>
<a id="pl.11.34"></a><var>11.34</var>or immediate assistance.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.22.0"></a><a id="pl.12.1"></a><var>12.1</var>    Sec. 22. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148.71, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.12.2"></a><var>12.2</var><b>148.71 </b><b>LICENSING</b><b> TEMPORARY PERMITS</b><b>.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.12.3"></a><var>12.3</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Qualified applicant.</b> The state Board of Physical Therapy shall <br/>
<a id="pl.12.4"></a><var>12.4</var>license as a physical therapist and shall furnish a license to an applicant who successfully <br/>
<a id="pl.12.5"></a><var>12.5</var>passes an examination provided for in sections 
<statute_ref>148.65</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148.78</statute_ref> for licensing as a physical <br/>
<a id="pl.12.6"></a><var>12.6</var>therapist and who is otherwise qualified as required in sections 
<statute_ref>148.65</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148.78</statute_ref>. <br/>
<a id="pl.12.7"></a><var>12.7</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Temporary permit</b><b> Issuance</b><b>.</b> (a) The board may, upon completion of <br/>
<a id="pl.12.8"></a><var>12.8</var>the application prescribed by the board and payment of a fee set by the board, issue a <br/>
<a id="pl.12.9"></a><var>12.9</var>temporary permit to practice physical therapy under supervision to a physical therapist <br/>
<a id="pl.12.10"></a><var>12.10</var>who is a graduate of an approved school of physical therapy an applicant for licensure as a <br/>
<a id="pl.12.11"></a><var>12.11</var>physical therapist or physical therapist assistant who meets the educational requirements <br/>
<a id="pl.12.12"></a><var>12.12</var>of section 148.721 or 148.722 and qualified for admission to examination for licensing as <br/>
<a id="pl.12.13"></a><var>12.13</var>a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant. A temporary permit to practice physical <br/>
<a id="pl.12.14"></a><var>12.14</var>therapy under supervision may be issued only once and cannot be renewed. It expires 90 <br/>
<a id="pl.12.15"></a><var>12.15</var>days after the next examination for licensing given by the board or on the date on which <br/>
<a id="pl.12.16"></a><var>12.16</var>the board, after examination of the applicant, grants or denies the applicant a license to <br/>
<a id="pl.12.17"></a><var>12.17</var>practice, whichever occurs first. A temporary permit expires on the first day the board <br/>
<a id="pl.12.18"></a><var>12.18</var>begins its next examination for license after the permit is issued if the holder does not <br/>
<a id="pl.12.19"></a><var>12.19</var>submit to examination on that date. The holder of a temporary permit to practice physical <br/>
<a id="pl.12.20"></a><var>12.20</var>therapy under supervision may practice physical therapy as defined in section 
         <statute_ref>148.65</statute_ref> if <br/>
<a id="pl.12.21"></a><var>12.21</var>the entire practice is under the supervision of a person holding a valid license to practice <br/>
<a id="pl.12.22"></a><var>12.22</var>physical therapy in this state. The supervision shall be direct, immediate, and on premises. <br/>
<a id="pl.12.23"></a><var>12.23</var>    (b) A physical therapist An applicant from another state who is licensed or otherwise <br/>
<a id="pl.12.24"></a><var>12.24</var>registered in good standing as a physical therapist by that state and meets the requirements <br/>
<a id="pl.12.25"></a><var>12.25</var>for licensing under section 
         <statute_ref>148.72</statute_ref> does not require supervision to practice physical therapy <br/>
<a id="pl.12.26"></a><var>12.26</var>while holding a temporary permit in this state. The temporary permit remains valid only <br/>
<a id="pl.12.27"></a><var>12.27</var>until the meeting of the board at which the application for licensing is considered. <br/>
<a id="pl.12.28"></a><var>12.28</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Foreign-trained</b><b> </b><b>Foreign-educated </b><b>physical therapists; temporary </b><br/>
<a id="pl.12.29"></a><var>12.29</var><b>permits.</b> (a) The Board of Physical Therapy may issue a temporary permit to a <br/>
<a id="pl.12.30"></a><var>12.30</var>foreign-trained foreign-educated physical therapist who:<br/>
<a id="pl.12.31"></a><var>12.31</var>    (1) is enrolled in a supervised physical therapy traineeship that meets the <br/>
<a id="pl.12.32"></a><var>12.32</var>requirements under paragraph (b);<br/>
<a id="pl.12.33"></a><var>12.33</var>    (2) has completed a physical therapy education program equivalent to that under <br/>
<a id="pl.12.34"></a><var>12.34</var>section 
         <statute_ref>148.705</statute_ref> and Minnesota Rules, part 5601.0800, subpart 2 148.721, and has <br/>
<a id="pl.12.35"></a><var>12.35</var>provided to the board a Foreign Credentialing Commission on Physical Therapy <br/>
<a id="pl.13.1"></a><var>13.1</var>(FCCPT) comprehensive credentials evaluation (Type I certificate) or FCCPT educational <br/>
<a id="pl.13.2"></a><var>13.2</var>credentials review demonstrating completion of the program; <br/>
<a id="pl.13.3"></a><var>13.3</var>    (3) has achieved a passing score of at least 550 according to section 148.725, <br/>
<a id="pl.13.4"></a><var>13.4</var>subdivision 3, on the test of English as a foreign language or a score of at least 85 on <br/>
<a id="pl.13.5"></a><var>13.5</var>the Minnesota battery test an alternate equivalent examination, as determined by the <br/>
<a id="pl.13.6"></a><var>13.6</var>board; and<br/>
<a id="pl.13.7"></a><var>13.7</var>    (4) has paid a nonrefundable fee set by the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.13.8"></a><var>13.8</var>    A foreign-trained foreign-educated physical therapist must have the temporary <br/>
<a id="pl.13.9"></a><var>13.9</var>permit before beginning a traineeship.<br/>
<a id="pl.13.10"></a><var>13.10</var>    (b) A supervised physical therapy traineeship must:<br/>
<a id="pl.13.11"></a><var>13.11</var>    (1) be at least six months;<br/>
<a id="pl.13.12"></a><var>13.12</var>    (2) be at a board-approved facility;<br/>
<a id="pl.13.13"></a><var>13.13</var>    (3) provide a broad base of clinical experience to the foreign-trained foreign-educated <br/>
<a id="pl.13.14"></a><var>13.14</var>physical therapist including a variety of physical agents, therapeutic exercises, evaluation <br/>
<a id="pl.13.15"></a><var>13.15</var>procedures, and patient diagnoses;<br/>
<a id="pl.13.16"></a><var>13.16</var>    (4) be supervised by a physical therapist who has at least three years of clinical <br/>
<a id="pl.13.17"></a><var>13.17</var>experience and is licensed under subdivision 1; and<br/>
<a id="pl.13.18"></a><var>13.18</var>    (5) be approved by the board before the foreign-trained foreign-educated physical <br/>
<a id="pl.13.19"></a><var>13.19</var>therapist begins the traineeship.<br/>
<a id="pl.13.20"></a><var>13.20</var>    (c) A temporary permit is effective on the first day of a traineeship and expires 90 <br/>
<a id="pl.13.21"></a><var>13.21</var>days after the next examination for licensing given by the board following successful <br/>
<a id="pl.13.22"></a><var>13.22</var>completion of the traineeship or on the date on which the board, after examination of the <br/>
<a id="pl.13.23"></a><var>13.23</var>applicant, grants or denies the applicant a license to practice, whichever occurs first.<br/>
<a id="pl.13.24"></a><var>13.24</var>    (d) A foreign-trained foreign-educated physical therapist must successfully complete <br/>
<a id="pl.13.25"></a><var>13.25</var>a traineeship to be licensed as a physical therapist under subdivision 1. The traineeship <br/>
<a id="pl.13.26"></a><var>13.26</var>may be waived for a foreign-trained foreign-educated physical therapist who is licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.13.27"></a><var>13.27</var>or otherwise registered in good standing in another state and has successfully practiced <br/>
<a id="pl.13.28"></a><var>13.28</var>physical therapy in that state under the supervision of a licensed or registered physical <br/>
<a id="pl.13.29"></a><var>13.29</var>therapist for at least six months at a facility that meets the requirements under paragraph <br/>
<a id="pl.13.30"></a><var>13.30</var>(b), clauses (2) and (3).<br/>
<a id="pl.13.31"></a><var>13.31</var>    (e) A temporary permit will not be issued to a foreign-trained foreign-educated <br/>
<a id="pl.13.32"></a><var>13.32</var>applicant who has been issued a temporary permit for longer than six months in any <br/>
<a id="pl.13.33"></a><var>13.33</var>other state.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.23.0"></a><a id="pl.13.34"></a><var>13.34</var>    Sec. 23. <b>[148.721] EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSED </b><br/>
<a id="pl.13.35"></a><var>13.35</var><b>PHYSICAL THERAPIST.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.14.1"></a><var>14.1</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Accredited program.</b> All applicants for licensure as a physical <br/>
<a id="pl.14.2"></a><var>14.2</var>therapist must complete a course in physical therapy education accredited by the <br/>
<a id="pl.14.3"></a><var>14.3</var>Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) or which meets <br/>
<a id="pl.14.4"></a><var>14.4</var>the accreditation requirements of CAPTE, as determined by the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.14.5"></a><var>14.5</var>    Subd. 2. <b>General education.</b> In addition to completion of the accredited program <br/>
<a id="pl.14.6"></a><var>14.6</var>required in subdivision 1, applicants must complete an additional 60 academic semester <br/>
<a id="pl.14.7"></a><var>14.7</var>credits or its quarter equivalent from an institution of higher education that is accredited <br/>
<a id="pl.14.8"></a><var>14.8</var>by a regional accrediting organization. Coursework used to satisfy this requirement may <br/>
<a id="pl.14.9"></a><var>14.9</var>not have been earned as part of the accredited program requirement of subdivision 1.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.24.0"></a><a id="pl.14.10"></a><var>14.10</var>    Sec. 24. <b>[148.722] EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSED </b><br/>
<a id="pl.14.11"></a><var>14.11</var><b>PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.14.12"></a><var>14.12</var>    All applicants for licensure as a physical therapist assistant must graduate from <br/>
<a id="pl.14.13"></a><var>14.13</var>a physical therapist assistant educational program accredited by the Commission <br/>
<a id="pl.14.14"></a><var>14.14</var>on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) or meet its standards, as <br/>
<a id="pl.14.15"></a><var>14.15</var>determined by the board.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.25.0"></a><a id="pl.14.16"></a><var>14.16</var>    Sec. 25. <b>[148.723] EXAMINATION FOR LICENSED PHYSICAL THERAPIST.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.14.17"></a><var>14.17</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>National test.</b> All applicants for licensure as a physical therapist <br/>
<a id="pl.14.18"></a><var>14.18</var>must take and pass the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) administered by <br/>
<a id="pl.14.19"></a><var>14.19</var>the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT) or an alternate national <br/>
<a id="pl.14.20"></a><var>14.20</var>examination determined by the board to be equivalent. For purposes of this section, <br/>
<a id="pl.14.21"></a><var>14.21</var>passing scores are defined in subdivisions 2 and 3.<br/>
<a id="pl.14.22"></a><var>14.22</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Examinations taken on or before July 1, 1995.</b> The passing score for <br/>
<a id="pl.14.23"></a><var>14.23</var>qualifying examinations taken prior to July 1, 1995, is one standard deviation below the <br/>
<a id="pl.14.24"></a><var>14.24</var>mean of all persons taking the examination.<br/>
<a id="pl.14.25"></a><var>14.25</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Examinations taken after July 1, 1995.</b> The passing score for qualifying <br/>
<a id="pl.14.26"></a><var>14.26</var>examinations taken after July 1, 1995, shall be based on objective, numerical standards <br/>
<a id="pl.14.27"></a><var>14.27</var>established by the administering testing agency.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.26.0"></a><a id="pl.14.28"></a><var>14.28</var>    Sec. 26. <b>[148.724] EXAMINATION FOR LICENSED PHYSICAL THERAPIST </b><br/>
<a id="pl.14.29"></a><var>14.29</var><b>ASSISTANT.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.14.30"></a><var>14.30</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>National test.</b> All applicants for licensure as a physical therapist <br/>
<a id="pl.14.31"></a><var>14.31</var>assistant must take and pass the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) for <br/>
<a id="pl.14.32"></a><var>14.32</var>physical therapist assistants administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical <br/>
<a id="pl.15.1"></a><var>15.1</var>Therapy (FSBPT) or an alternate national examination determined by the board to be <br/>
<a id="pl.15.2"></a><var>15.2</var>equivalent. For purposes of this section, passing scores are defined in subdivisions 2 to 4.<br/>
<a id="pl.15.3"></a><var>15.3</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Examinations taken on or before July 1, 1995.</b> The passing score for <br/>
<a id="pl.15.4"></a><var>15.4</var>qualifying examinations taken prior to July 1, 1995, is one standard deviation below the <br/>
<a id="pl.15.5"></a><var>15.5</var>mean of all persons taking the examination.<br/>
<a id="pl.15.6"></a><var>15.6</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Examinations taken after July 1, 1995.</b> The passing score for qualifying <br/>
<a id="pl.15.7"></a><var>15.7</var>examinations taken after July 1, 1995, shall be based on objective, numerical standards <br/>
<a id="pl.15.8"></a><var>15.8</var>established by the administering testing agency.<br/>
<a id="pl.15.9"></a><var>15.9</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Grandparenting provision.</b> Applicants for licensure as a physical <br/>
<a id="pl.15.10"></a><var>15.10</var>therapist assistant who meet the educational requirements of section 148.722 prior to <br/>
<a id="pl.15.11"></a><var>15.11</var>September 1, 2007, are not required to take and pass the examination required by this <br/>
<a id="pl.15.12"></a><var>15.12</var>section. This provision expires on July 1, 2008.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.27.0"></a><a id="pl.15.13"></a><var>15.13</var>    Sec. 27. <b>[148.725] REQUIREMENTS FOR FOREIGN-EDUCATED </b><br/>
<a id="pl.15.14"></a><var>15.14</var><b>APPLICANTS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.15.15"></a><var>15.15</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Scope and documentation.</b> An applicant for licensure who is a <br/>
<a id="pl.15.16"></a><var>15.16</var>foreign-educated physical therapist must fulfill the requirements in subdivisions 2 to 5, <br/>
<a id="pl.15.17"></a><var>15.17</var>providing certified English translations of board-required relevant documentation.<br/>
<a id="pl.15.18"></a><var>15.18</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Education evaluation.</b> The applicant must present evidence of completion <br/>
<a id="pl.15.19"></a><var>15.19</var>of physical therapy schooling equivalent to that required in section 148.721 by having a <br/>
<a id="pl.15.20"></a><var>15.20</var>Type I comprehensive credentials evaluation or educational credentials review performed <br/>
<a id="pl.15.21"></a><var>15.21</var>by the Foreign Credentialing Commission on Physical Therapy (FCCPT). The evaluation <br/>
<a id="pl.15.22"></a><var>15.22</var>must be sent directly to the board from the FCCPT. The applicant shall be responsible for <br/>
<a id="pl.15.23"></a><var>15.23</var>the expenses incurred as a result of the evaluation.<br/>
<a id="pl.15.24"></a><var>15.24</var>    Subd. 3. <b>English test.</b> If not completed as part of the FCCPT Type I comprehensive <br/>
<a id="pl.15.25"></a><var>15.25</var>credentials evaluation, the applicant must demonstrate English language proficiency by <br/>
<a id="pl.15.26"></a><var>15.26</var>taking the test of English as a foreign language examination (TOEFL) and achieving a <br/>
<a id="pl.15.27"></a><var>15.27</var>passing score as established by the board, or a passing score on a comparable nationally <br/>
<a id="pl.15.28"></a><var>15.28</var>recognized examination approved by the board. For purposes of this subdivision, the <br/>
<a id="pl.15.29"></a><var>15.29</var>passing score adopted by the board shall be applied prospectively.<br/>
<a id="pl.15.30"></a><var>15.30</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Experience.</b> The applicant must have practiced satisfactorily for at least <br/>
<a id="pl.15.31"></a><var>15.31</var>six months under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist at a board-approved <br/>
<a id="pl.15.32"></a><var>15.32</var>facility. A facility that offers such practice must provide a broad base of experience <br/>
<a id="pl.15.33"></a><var>15.33</var>including a variety of physical agents, therapeutic exercises, evaluation procedures, and <br/>
<a id="pl.15.34"></a><var>15.34</var>patient diagnoses. Supervision must be provided by a licensed physical therapist with at <br/>
<a id="pl.16.1"></a><var>16.1</var>least three years of clinical experience. A proposed outline of clinical experiences must be <br/>
<a id="pl.16.2"></a><var>16.2</var>approved by the board before the facility begins offering the experience.<br/>
<a id="pl.16.3"></a><var>16.3</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Examination.</b> The applicant must satisfactorily complete the <br/>
<a id="pl.16.4"></a><var>16.4</var>board-approved examination as stated in section 148.72 or 148.73.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.28.0"></a><a id="pl.16.5"></a><var>16.5</var>    Sec. 28. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148.73, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.16.6"></a><var>16.6</var><b>148.73 RENEWALS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.16.7"></a><var>16.7</var>    Every licensed physical therapist and physical therapist assistant shall, during each <br/>
<a id="pl.16.8"></a><var>16.8</var>January before January 1 each year, apply to the board for an extension of a license and <br/>
<a id="pl.16.9"></a><var>16.9</var>pay a fee in the amount set by the board. The extension of the license is contingent <br/>
<a id="pl.16.10"></a><var>16.10</var>upon demonstration that the continuing education requirements set by the board under <br/>
<a id="pl.16.11"></a><var>16.11</var>section 
         <statute_ref>148.70</statute_ref> have been satisfied. For purposes of this section, the continuing education <br/>
<a id="pl.16.12"></a><var>16.12</var>requirements for physical therapist assistants are the same as those for physical therapists.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.29.0"></a><a id="pl.16.13"></a><var>16.13</var>    Sec. 29. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148.735, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.16.14"></a><var>16.14</var><b>148.735 CANCELLATION OF LICENSE IN GOOD STANDING.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.16.15"></a><var>16.15</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Board approval; reporting.</b> A physical therapist or physical <br/>
<a id="pl.16.16"></a><var>16.16</var>therapist assistant holding an active license to practice physical therapy in the state may, <br/>
<a id="pl.16.17"></a><var>16.17</var>upon approval of the board, be granted license cancellation if the board is not investigating <br/>
<a id="pl.16.18"></a><var>16.18</var>the person as a result of a complaint or information received or if the board has not begun <br/>
<a id="pl.16.19"></a><var>16.19</var>disciplinary proceedings against the person. Such action by the board shall be reported as <br/>
<a id="pl.16.20"></a><var>16.20</var>a cancellation of a license in good standing.<br/>
<a id="pl.16.21"></a><var>16.21</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Fees nonrefundable.</b> A physical therapist or physical therapist assistant <br/>
<a id="pl.16.22"></a><var>16.22</var>who receives board approval for license cancellation is not entitled to a refund of any <br/>
<a id="pl.16.23"></a><var>16.23</var>license fees paid for the licensure year in which cancellation of the license occurred.<br/>
<a id="pl.16.24"></a><var>16.24</var>    Subd. 3. <b>New license after cancellation.</b> If a physical therapist or physical therapist <br/>
<a id="pl.16.25"></a><var>16.25</var>assistant who has been granted board approval for license cancellation desires to resume <br/>
<a id="pl.16.26"></a><var>16.26</var>the practice of physical therapy in Minnesota, that physical therapist or physical therapist <br/>
<a id="pl.16.27"></a><var>16.27</var>assistant must obtain a new license by applying for licensure and fulfilling the requirements <br/>
<a id="pl.16.28"></a><var>16.28</var>then in existence for obtaining an initial license to practice physical therapy in Minnesota.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.30.0"></a><a id="pl.16.29"></a><var>16.29</var>    Sec. 30. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148.736, subdivision 1, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.16.30"></a><var>16.30</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Board approval; reporting.</b> A physical therapist,  or physical <br/>
<a id="pl.16.31"></a><var>16.31</var>therapist assistant whose right to practice is under suspension, condition, limitation, <br/>
<a id="pl.16.32"></a><var>16.32</var>qualification, or restriction by the board may be granted cancellation of credentials by <br/>
<a id="pl.16.33"></a><var>16.33</var>approval of the board. Such action by the board shall be reported as cancellation while <br/>
<a id="pl.17.1"></a><var>17.1</var>under discipline. Credentials, for purposes of this section, means board authorized <br/>
<a id="pl.17.2"></a><var>17.2</var>documentation of the privilege to practice physical therapy.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.31.0"></a><a id="pl.17.3"></a><var>17.3</var>    Sec. 31. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148.74, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.17.4"></a><var>17.4</var><b>148.74 RULES.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.17.5"></a><var>17.5</var>    The board may adopt rules needed to carry out sections 
         <statute_ref>148.65</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148.78</statute_ref>. The <br/>
<a id="pl.17.6"></a><var>17.6</var>secretary-treasurer of the board shall keep a record of proceedings under these sections <br/>
<a id="pl.17.7"></a><var>17.7</var>and a register of all persons licensed under it. The register shall show the name, address, <br/>
<a id="pl.17.8"></a><var>17.8</var>date and number of the license, and the renewal of the license. Any other interested <br/>
<a id="pl.17.9"></a><var>17.9</var>person in the state may obtain a copy of the list on request to the board upon paying an <br/>
<a id="pl.17.10"></a><var>17.10</var>amount fixed by the board. The amount shall not exceed the cost of the list furnished. The <br/>
<a id="pl.17.11"></a><var>17.11</var>board shall provide blanks, books, certificates, and stationery and assistance necessary to <br/>
<a id="pl.17.12"></a><var>17.12</var>transact business of the board. All money received by the board under sections 
<statute_ref>148.65</statute_ref> to <br/>
<a id="pl.17.13"></a><var>17.13</var><statute_ref>148.78</statute_ref> shall be paid into the state treasury as provided for by law. The board shall set by <br/>
<a id="pl.17.14"></a><var>17.14</var>rule the amounts of the application fee and the annual licensing fee. The fees collected by <br/>
<a id="pl.17.15"></a><var>17.15</var>the board must be sufficient to cover the costs of administering sections 
<statute_ref>148.65</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148.78</statute_ref>. <br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.32.0"></a><a id="pl.17.16"></a><var>17.16</var>    Sec. 32. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148.75, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.17.17"></a><var>17.17</var><b>148.75 </b><b>LICENSES; DENIAL, SUSPENSION, REVOCATION</b><b> DISCIPLINARY </b><br/>
<a id="pl.17.18"></a><var>17.18</var><b>ACTION</b><b>.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.17.19"></a><var>17.19</var>    (a) The state board of Physical Therapy may refuse to grant a license to any physical <br/>
<a id="pl.17.20"></a><var>17.20</var>therapist, or may suspend or revoke the license of any physical therapist for any of the <br/>
<a id="pl.17.21"></a><var>17.21</var>following grounds may impose disciplinary action specified in paragraph (b) against an <br/>
<a id="pl.17.22"></a><var>17.22</var>applicant or licensee whom the board, by a preponderance of the evidence, determines:<br/>
<a id="pl.17.23"></a><var>17.23</var>    (1) using drugs or intoxicating liquors to an extent which affects professional <br/>
<a id="pl.17.24"></a><var>17.24</var>competence;<br/>
<a id="pl.17.25"></a><var>17.25</var>    (2) conviction of a felony;<br/>
<a id="pl.17.26"></a><var>17.26</var>    (1) has violated a statute, rule, order, or agreement for corrective action that the <br/>
<a id="pl.17.27"></a><var>17.27</var>board issued or is otherwise authorized or empowered to enforce;<br/>
<a id="pl.17.28"></a><var>17.28</var>    (2) is unable to practice physical therapy with reasonable skill and safety by reason <br/>
<a id="pl.17.29"></a><var>17.29</var>of any mental or physical illness or condition, including deterioration through the aging <br/>
<a id="pl.17.30"></a><var>17.30</var>process or loss of motor skills, or use of alcohol, drugs, narcotics, chemicals, or any <br/>
<a id="pl.17.31"></a><var>17.31</var>other type of material;<br/>
<a id="pl.17.32"></a><var>17.32</var>    (3) has been convicted of or has pled guilty or nolo contendere to a felony or other <br/>
<a id="pl.17.33"></a><var>17.33</var>crime, an element of which is dishonesty or fraud, or has been shown to have engaged <br/>
<a id="pl.17.34"></a><var>17.34</var>in acts or practices tending to show that the applicant or licensee is incompetent or has <br/>
<a id="pl.18.1"></a><var>18.1</var>engaged in conduct reflecting adversely on the applicant's or licensee's ability or fitness to <br/>
<a id="pl.18.2"></a><var>18.2</var>engage in the practice of physical therapy;<br/>
<a id="pl.18.3"></a><var>18.3</var>    (3) conviction for (4) has been convicted of violating any state or federal narcotic <br/>
<a id="pl.18.4"></a><var>18.4</var>law;<br/>
<a id="pl.18.5"></a><var>18.5</var>    (4) obtaining (5) has obtained or attempted to obtain a license or attempting to <br/>
<a id="pl.18.6"></a><var>18.6</var>obtain a license or approval of continuing education activities, or passed an examination, <br/>
<a id="pl.18.7"></a><var>18.7</var>by fraud or deception;<br/>
<a id="pl.18.8"></a><var>18.8</var>    (5) conduct unbecoming a person licensed as a physical therapist or conduct <br/>
<a id="pl.18.9"></a><var>18.9</var>detrimental to the best interests of the public;<br/>
<a id="pl.18.10"></a><var>18.10</var>    (6) has engaged in unprofessional conduct or any other conduct which has the <br/>
<a id="pl.18.11"></a><var>18.11</var>potential for causing harm to the public, including any departure from or failure to <br/>
<a id="pl.18.12"></a><var>18.12</var>conform to the minimum standards of acceptable and prevailing practice without actual <br/>
<a id="pl.18.13"></a><var>18.13</var>injury having to be established;<br/>
<a id="pl.18.14"></a><var>18.14</var>    (6) (7) has engaged in gross negligence in the practice of physical therapy as a <br/>
<a id="pl.18.15"></a><var>18.15</var>physical therapist;<br/>
<a id="pl.18.16"></a><var>18.16</var>    (7) treating (8) has treated human ailments by physical therapy after an initial 30-day <br/>
<a id="pl.18.17"></a><var>18.17</var>period of patient admittance to treatment has lapsed, except by the order or referral of a <br/>
<a id="pl.18.18"></a><var>18.18</var>person licensed in this state in the practice of medicine as defined in section 
         <statute_ref>147.081</statute_ref>, the <br/>
<a id="pl.18.19"></a><var>18.19</var>practice of chiropractic as defined in section 
         <statute_ref>148.01</statute_ref>, the practice of podiatry as defined <br/>
<a id="pl.18.20"></a><var>18.20</var>in section 
         <statute_ref>153.01</statute_ref>, or the practice of dentistry as defined in section 
         <statute_ref>150A.05</statute_ref> and whose <br/>
<a id="pl.18.21"></a><var>18.21</var>license is in good standing; or when a previous diagnosis exists indicating an ongoing <br/>
<a id="pl.18.22"></a><var>18.22</var>condition warranting physical therapy treatment, subject to periodic review defined by <br/>
<a id="pl.18.23"></a><var>18.23</var>board of physical therapy rule;<br/>
<a id="pl.18.24"></a><var>18.24</var>    (8) treating (9) has treated human ailments, without referral, by physical therapy <br/>
<a id="pl.18.25"></a><var>18.25</var>treatment without first having practiced one year under a physician's orders as verified by <br/>
<a id="pl.18.26"></a><var>18.26</var>the board's records;<br/>
<a id="pl.18.27"></a><var>18.27</var>    (9) failing (10) has failed to consult with the patient's health care provider who <br/>
<a id="pl.18.28"></a><var>18.28</var>prescribed the physical therapy treatment if the treatment is altered by the physical <br/>
<a id="pl.18.29"></a><var>18.29</var>therapist from the original written order. The provision does not include written orders to <br/>
<a id="pl.18.30"></a><var>18.30</var>"evaluate and treat";<br/>
<a id="pl.18.31"></a><var>18.31</var>    (10) treating human ailments other than by physical therapy unless duly licensed or <br/>
<a id="pl.18.32"></a><var>18.32</var>registered to do so under the laws of this state;<br/>
<a id="pl.18.33"></a><var>18.33</var>    (11) inappropriate delegation has inappropriately delegated to a physical therapist <br/>
<a id="pl.18.34"></a><var>18.34</var>assistant or inappropriate task assignment inappropriately assigned tasks to an aide, or <br/>
<a id="pl.18.35"></a><var>18.35</var>inadequate supervision of inadequately supervised a student physical therapist, physical <br/>
<a id="pl.18.36"></a><var>18.36</var>therapist assistant, student physical therapist assistant, or a physical therapy aide;<br/>
<a id="pl.19.1"></a><var>19.1</var>    (12) practicing has practiced  as a physical therapist performing medical diagnosis, <br/>
<a id="pl.19.2"></a><var>19.2</var>the practice of medicine as defined in section 
         <statute_ref>147.081</statute_ref>, or the practice of chiropractic as <br/>
<a id="pl.19.3"></a><var>19.3</var>defined in section 
         <statute_ref>148.01</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.19.4"></a><var>19.4</var>    (13) failing has failed to comply with a reasonable request to obtain appropriate <br/>
<a id="pl.19.5"></a><var>19.5</var>clearance for mental or physical conditions that would interfere with the ability to practice <br/>
<a id="pl.19.6"></a><var>19.6</var>physical therapy, and that may be potentially harmful to patients;<br/>
<a id="pl.19.7"></a><var>19.7</var>    (14) dividing has divided  fees with, or paying or promising to pay a commission or <br/>
<a id="pl.19.8"></a><var>19.8</var>part of the fee to, any person who contacts the physical therapist for consultation or sends <br/>
<a id="pl.19.9"></a><var>19.9</var>patients to the physical therapist for treatment;<br/>
<a id="pl.19.10"></a><var>19.10</var>    (15) engaging has engaged in an incentive payment arrangement, other than that <br/>
<a id="pl.19.11"></a><var>19.11</var>prohibited by clause (14), that tends to promote physical therapy overuse, that allows the <br/>
<a id="pl.19.12"></a><var>19.12</var>referring person or person who controls the availability of physical therapy services to a <br/>
<a id="pl.19.13"></a><var>19.13</var>client to profit unreasonably as a result of patient treatment;<br/>
<a id="pl.19.14"></a><var>19.14</var>    (16) practicing physical therapy and failing has failed to refer to a licensed health <br/>
<a id="pl.19.15"></a><var>19.15</var>care professional a patient whose medical condition at the time of evaluation has been <br/>
<a id="pl.19.16"></a><var>19.16</var>determined by the physical therapist to be beyond the scope of practice of a physical <br/>
<a id="pl.19.17"></a><var>19.17</var>therapist;<br/>
<a id="pl.19.18"></a><var>19.18</var>    (17) failing has failed to report to the board other licensed physical therapists <br/>
<a id="pl.19.19"></a><var>19.19</var>licensees who violate this section; and<br/>
<a id="pl.19.20"></a><var>19.20</var>    (18) practicing has engaged in the practice of physical therapy under lapsed or <br/>
<a id="pl.19.21"></a><var>19.21</var>nonrenewed credentials.;<br/>
<a id="pl.19.22"></a><var>19.22</var>    (19) has had a license, certificate, charter, registration, privilege to take an <br/>
<a id="pl.19.23"></a><var>19.23</var>examination, or other similar authority denied, revoked, suspended, canceled, limited, <br/>
<a id="pl.19.24"></a><var>19.24</var>reprimanded, or otherwise disciplined, or not renewed for cause in any jurisdiction; or has <br/>
<a id="pl.19.25"></a><var>19.25</var>surrendered or voluntarily terminated a license or certificate during a board investigation <br/>
<a id="pl.19.26"></a><var>19.26</var>of a complaint, as part of a disciplinary order, or while under a disciplinary order;<br/>
<a id="pl.19.27"></a><var>19.27</var>    (20) has been subject to a corrective action or similar action in another jurisdiction <br/>
<a id="pl.19.28"></a><var>19.28</var>or by another regulatory authority; or<br/>
<a id="pl.19.29"></a><var>19.29</var>    (21) has failed to cooperate with an investigation of the board, including responding <br/>
<a id="pl.19.30"></a><var>19.30</var>fully and promptly to any question raised by or on behalf of the board relating to the <br/>
<a id="pl.19.31"></a><var>19.31</var>subject of the investigation, executing all releases requested by the board, providing copies <br/>
<a id="pl.19.32"></a><var>19.32</var>of patient records, as reasonably requested by the board to assist it in its investigation, and <br/>
<a id="pl.19.33"></a><var>19.33</var>appearing at conferences or hearings scheduled by the board or its staff.<br/>
<a id="pl.19.34"></a><var>19.34</var>    (b) If grounds for disciplinary action exist under paragraph (a), the board may take <br/>
<a id="pl.19.35"></a><var>19.35</var>one or more of the following actions:<br/>
<a id="pl.19.36"></a><var>19.36</var>    (1) deny the application for licensure;<br/>
<a id="pl.20.1"></a><var>20.1</var>    (2) deny the renewal of the license;<br/>
<a id="pl.20.2"></a><var>20.2</var>    (3) revoke the license;<br/>
<a id="pl.20.3"></a><var>20.3</var>    (4) suspend the license;<br/>
<a id="pl.20.4"></a><var>20.4</var>    (5) impose limitations or conditions on the licensee's practice of physical therapy, <br/>
<a id="pl.20.5"></a><var>20.5</var>including the: (i) limitation of scope of practice to designated field specialties; (ii) <br/>
<a id="pl.20.6"></a><var>20.6</var>imposition of retraining or rehabilitation requirements; (iii) requirement of practice under <br/>
<a id="pl.20.7"></a><var>20.7</var>supervision; or (iv) conditioning of continued practice on demonstration of knowledge or <br/>
<a id="pl.20.8"></a><var>20.8</var>skills by appropriate examination, monitoring, or other review of skill and competence;<br/>
<a id="pl.20.9"></a><var>20.9</var>    (6) impose a civil penalty not to exceed $10,000 for each separate violation, <br/>
<a id="pl.20.10"></a><var>20.10</var>the amount of the civil penalty to be fixed so as to deprive the physical therapist of <br/>
<a id="pl.20.11"></a><var>20.11</var>any economic advantage gained by reason of the violation charged, to discourage <br/>
<a id="pl.20.12"></a><var>20.12</var>similar violations, or to reimburse the board for the cost of the investigation and <br/>
<a id="pl.20.13"></a><var>20.13</var>proceeding including, but not limited to, fees paid for services provided by the Office of <br/>
<a id="pl.20.14"></a><var>20.14</var>Administrative Hearings, legal and investigative services provided by the Office of the <br/>
<a id="pl.20.15"></a><var>20.15</var>Attorney General, court reporters, witnesses, reproduction of records, board members' <br/>
<a id="pl.20.16"></a><var>20.16</var>per diem compensation, board staff time, and travel costs and expenses incurred by board <br/>
<a id="pl.20.17"></a><var>20.17</var>staff and board members;<br/>
<a id="pl.20.18"></a><var>20.18</var>    (7) order the licensee to provide unremunerated service;<br/>
<a id="pl.20.19"></a><var>20.19</var>    (8) censure or reprimand the licensee; or<br/>
<a id="pl.20.20"></a><var>20.20</var>    (9) any other action as allowed by law and justified by the facts of the case.<br/>
<a id="pl.20.21"></a><var>20.21</var>    (b) (c) A license to practice as a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant is <br/>
<a id="pl.20.22"></a><var>20.22</var>automatically suspended if (1) a guardian of the physical therapist licensee is appointed <br/>
<a id="pl.20.23"></a><var>20.23</var>by order of a court pursuant to sections 
         <statute_ref>524.5-101</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>524.5-502</statute_ref>, for reasons other than <br/>
<a id="pl.20.24"></a><var>20.24</var>the minority of the physical therapist licensee; or (2) the physical therapist licensee is <br/>
<a id="pl.20.25"></a><var>20.25</var>committed by order of a court pursuant to chapter 253B. The license remains suspended <br/>
<a id="pl.20.26"></a><var>20.26</var>until the physical therapist licensee is restored to capacity by a court and, upon petition <br/>
<a id="pl.20.27"></a><var>20.27</var>by the physical therapist licensee, the suspension is terminated by the Board of Physical <br/>
<a id="pl.20.28"></a><var>20.28</var>Therapy after a hearing.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.33.0"></a><a id="pl.20.29"></a><var>20.29</var>    Sec. 33. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148.754, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.20.30"></a><var>20.30</var><b>148.754 EXAMINATION; ACCESS TO MEDICAL DATA.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.20.31"></a><var>20.31</var>    (a) If the board has probable cause to believe that a physical therapist licensee <br/>
<a id="pl.20.32"></a><var>20.32</var>comes under section 
         <statute_ref>148.75, paragraph (a)</statute_ref>, clause (2), it may direct the physical therapist <br/>
<a id="pl.20.33"></a><var>20.33</var>licensee to submit to a mental or physical examination. For the purpose of this paragraph, <br/>
<a id="pl.20.34"></a><var>20.34</var>every physical therapist licensee is deemed to have consented to submit to a mental or <br/>
<a id="pl.20.35"></a><var>20.35</var>physical examination when directed in writing by the board and further to have waived <br/>
<a id="pl.21.1"></a><var>21.1</var>all objections to the admissibility of the examining physicians' testimony or examination <br/>
<a id="pl.21.2"></a><var>21.2</var>reports on the ground that they constitute a privileged communication. Failure of the <br/>
<a id="pl.21.3"></a><var>21.3</var>physical therapist licensee to submit to an examination when directed constitutes an <br/>
<a id="pl.21.4"></a><var>21.4</var>admission of the allegations against the person, unless the failure was due to circumstances <br/>
<a id="pl.21.5"></a><var>21.5</var>beyond the person's control, in which case a default and final order may be entered without <br/>
<a id="pl.21.6"></a><var>21.6</var>the taking of testimony or presentation of evidence. A physical therapist licensee affected <br/>
<a id="pl.21.7"></a><var>21.7</var>under this paragraph shall, at reasonable intervals, be given an opportunity to demonstrate <br/>
<a id="pl.21.8"></a><var>21.8</var>that the person can resume the competent practice of physical therapy with reasonable <br/>
<a id="pl.21.9"></a><var>21.9</var>skill and safety to the public.<br/>
<a id="pl.21.10"></a><var>21.10</var>    (b) In any proceeding under paragraph (a), neither the record of proceedings nor <br/>
<a id="pl.21.11"></a><var>21.11</var>the orders entered by the board shall be used against a physical therapist licensee in any <br/>
<a id="pl.21.12"></a><var>21.12</var>other proceeding.<br/>
<a id="pl.21.13"></a><var>21.13</var>    (c) In addition to ordering a physical or mental examination, the board may, <br/>
<a id="pl.21.14"></a><var>21.14</var>notwithstanding section 
         <statute_ref>13.384</statute_ref>, 
         <statute_ref>144.651</statute_ref>, or any other law limiting access to medical <br/>
<a id="pl.21.15"></a><var>21.15</var>or other health data, obtain medical data and health records relating to a physical <br/>
<a id="pl.21.16"></a><var>21.16</var>therapist licensee or applicant without the person's or applicant's consent if the board has <br/>
<a id="pl.21.17"></a><var>21.17</var>probable cause to believe that a physical therapist the person comes under paragraph <br/>
<a id="pl.21.18"></a><var>21.18</var>(a). The medical data may be requested from a provider, as defined in section 
         <statute_ref>144.335, <br/>
<a id="pl.21.19"></a><var>21.19</var>subdivision 1
         </statute_ref>, paragraph (b), an insurance company, or a government agency, including <br/>
<a id="pl.21.20"></a><var>21.20</var>the Department of Human Services. A provider, insurance company, or government <br/>
<a id="pl.21.21"></a><var>21.21</var>agency shall comply with any written request of the board under this paragraph and is <br/>
<a id="pl.21.22"></a><var>21.22</var>not liable in any action for damages for releasing the data requested by the board if the <br/>
<a id="pl.21.23"></a><var>21.23</var>data are released pursuant to a written request under this paragraph, unless the information <br/>
<a id="pl.21.24"></a><var>21.24</var>is false and the provider giving the information knew, or had reason to believe, the <br/>
<a id="pl.21.25"></a><var>21.25</var>information was false. Information obtained under this paragraph is classified as private <br/>
<a id="pl.21.26"></a><var>21.26</var>under sections 
         <statute_ref>13.01</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>13.87</statute_ref>.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.34.0"></a><a id="pl.21.27"></a><var>21.27</var>    Sec. 34. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148.755, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.21.28"></a><var>21.28</var><b>148.755 TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF LICENSE.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.21.29"></a><var>21.29</var>    In addition to any other remedy provided by law, the board may, without a hearing, <br/>
<a id="pl.21.30"></a><var>21.30</var>temporarily suspend the license of a physical therapist licensee if the board finds that the <br/>
<a id="pl.21.31"></a><var>21.31</var>physical therapist licensee has violated a statute or rule which the board is empowered to <br/>
<a id="pl.21.32"></a><var>21.32</var>enforce and continued practice by the physical therapist licensee would create a serious <br/>
<a id="pl.21.33"></a><var>21.33</var>risk of harm to the public. The suspension shall take effect upon written notice to the <br/>
<a id="pl.21.34"></a><var>21.34</var>physical therapist licensee, specifying the statute or rule violated. The suspension shall <br/>
<a id="pl.21.35"></a><var>21.35</var>remain in effect until the board issues a final order in the matter after a hearing. At the <br/>
<a id="pl.22.1"></a><var>22.1</var>time it issues the suspension notice, the board shall schedule a disciplinary hearing to be <br/>
<a id="pl.22.2"></a><var>22.2</var>held pursuant to the Administrative Procedure Act, chapter 14. The physical therapist <br/>
<a id="pl.22.3"></a><var>22.3</var>licensee shall be provided with at least 20 days' notice of any hearing held pursuant to this <br/>
<a id="pl.22.4"></a><var>22.4</var>section. The hearing shall be scheduled to begin no later than 30 days after the issuance <br/>
<a id="pl.22.5"></a><var>22.5</var>of the suspension order.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.35.0"></a><a id="pl.22.6"></a><var>22.6</var>    Sec. 35. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148.76, subdivision 1, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.22.7"></a><var>22.7</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Licensure required.</b> No person shall:<br/>
<a id="pl.22.8"></a><var>22.8</var>    (1) provide physical therapy unless the person is licensed as a physical therapist or <br/>
<a id="pl.22.9"></a><var>22.9</var>physical therapist assistant under sections 
         <statute_ref>148.65</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148.78</statute_ref>; <br/>
<a id="pl.22.10"></a><var>22.10</var>    (2) use the title of physical therapist without a license as a physical therapist or use <br/>
<a id="pl.22.11"></a><var>22.11</var>the title physical therapist assistant without a license as a physical therapist assistant <br/>
<a id="pl.22.12"></a><var>22.12</var>issued under sections 
         <statute_ref>148.65</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148.78</statute_ref>; <br/>
<a id="pl.22.13"></a><var>22.13</var>    (3) in any manner hold out as a physical therapist, or use in connection with the <br/>
<a id="pl.22.14"></a><var>22.14</var>person's name the words or letters Physical Therapist, Physiotherapist, Physical Therapy <br/>
<a id="pl.22.15"></a><var>22.15</var>Technician, Registered Physical Therapist, Licensed Physical Therapist, PT, PTT, RPT, <br/>
<a id="pl.22.16"></a><var>22.16</var>LPT, or any letters, words, abbreviations or insignia indicating or implying that the person <br/>
<a id="pl.22.17"></a><var>22.17</var>is a physical therapist, without a license as a physical therapist issued under sections <br/>
<statute_ref><a id="pl.22.18"></a><var>22.18</var>148.65
         </statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148.78</statute_ref>. To do so is a gross misdemeanor; <br/>
<a id="pl.22.19"></a><var>22.19</var>    (4) in any manner hold out as a physical therapist assistant, or use in connection with <br/>
<a id="pl.22.20"></a><var>22.20</var>the person's name the words or letters Physical Therapist Assistant, P.T.A., or any letters, <br/>
<a id="pl.22.21"></a><var>22.21</var>words, abbreviations, or insignia indicating or implying that the person is a physical <br/>
<a id="pl.22.22"></a><var>22.22</var>therapist assistant, without a license as a physical therapist assistant under sections 148.65 <br/>
<a id="pl.22.23"></a><var>22.23</var>to 148.78. To do so is a gross misdemeanor; or<br/>
<a id="pl.22.24"></a><var>22.24</var>    (4) (5) employ fraud or deception in applying for or securing a license as a physical <br/>
<a id="pl.22.25"></a><var>22.25</var>therapist or physical therapist assistant.<br/>
<a id="pl.22.26"></a><var>22.26</var>    Nothing in sections 
         <statute_ref>148.65</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148.78</statute_ref> prohibits a person licensed or registered in this <br/>
<a id="pl.22.27"></a><var>22.27</var>state under another law from carrying out the therapy or practice for which the person is <br/>
<a id="pl.22.28"></a><var>22.28</var>duly licensed or registered. <br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.36.0"></a><a id="pl.22.29"></a><var>22.29</var>    Sec. 36. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148.78, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.22.30"></a><var>22.30</var><b>148.78 PROSECUTION, ALLEGATIONS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.22.31"></a><var>22.31</var>    In the prosecution of any person for violation of sections 
         <statute_ref>148.65</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148.78</statute_ref> as <br/>
<a id="pl.22.32"></a><var>22.32</var>specified in section 
         <statute_ref>148.76</statute_ref>, it shall not be necessary to allege or prove want of a valid <br/>
<a id="pl.22.33"></a><var>22.33</var>license as a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant, but shall be a matter of <br/>
<a id="pl.22.34"></a><var>22.34</var>defense to be established by the accused. <br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.37.0"></a><a id="pl.23.1"></a><var>23.1</var>    Sec. 37. <b>[148.785] FEES.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.23.2"></a><var>23.2</var>    The fees charged by the board are fixed at the following rates:<br/>
<a id="pl.23.3"></a><var>23.3</var>    (1) application fee for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants, $100;<br/>
<a id="pl.23.4"></a><var>23.4</var>    (2) annual licensure for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants, $60;<br/>
<a id="pl.23.5"></a><var>23.5</var>    (3) licensure renewal late fee, $20;<br/>
<a id="pl.23.6"></a><var>23.6</var>    (4) temporary permit, $25;<br/>
<a id="pl.23.7"></a><var>23.7</var>    (5) duplicate license or registration, $20;<br/>
<a id="pl.23.8"></a><var>23.8</var>    (6) certification letter, $25;<br/>
<a id="pl.23.9"></a><var>23.9</var>    (7) education or training program approval, $100;<br/>
<a id="pl.23.10"></a><var>23.10</var>    (8) report creation and generation, $60 per hour billed in quarter-hour increments <br/>
<a id="pl.23.11"></a><var>23.11</var>with a quarter-hour minimum; and<br/>
<a id="pl.23.12"></a><var>23.12</var>    (9) examination administration:<br/>
<a id="pl.23.13"></a><var>23.13</var>    (i) half day, $50; and<br/>
<a id="pl.23.14"></a><var>23.14</var>    (ii) full day, $80.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.38.0"></a><a id="pl.23.15"></a><var>23.15</var>    Sec. 38. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148B.50, subdivision 5, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.23.16"></a><var>23.16</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Scope of practice.</b> (a) The scope of practice of a licensed professional <br/>
<a id="pl.23.17"></a><var>23.17</var>counselor includes, but is not limited to:<br/>
<a id="pl.23.18"></a><var>23.18</var>    (1) the implementation of professional counseling treatment interventions including <br/>
<a id="pl.23.19"></a><var>23.19</var>evaluation, treatment planning, assessment, and referral;<br/>
<a id="pl.23.20"></a><var>23.20</var>    (2) direct counseling services to individuals, groups, and families;<br/>
<a id="pl.23.21"></a><var>23.21</var>    (3) counseling strategies that effectively respond to multicultural populations;<br/>
<a id="pl.23.22"></a><var>23.22</var>    (4) knowledge of relevant laws and ethics impacting practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.23.23"></a><var>23.23</var>    (5) crisis intervention;<br/>
<a id="pl.23.24"></a><var>23.24</var>    (6) consultation; and<br/>
<a id="pl.23.25"></a><var>23.25</var>    (7) program evaluation and applied research.<br/>
<a id="pl.23.26"></a><var>23.26</var>    (b) For the purposes of paragraph (a), clause (1), "professional counseling treatment <br/>
<a id="pl.23.27"></a><var>23.27</var>interventions" means the application of cognitive, affective, behavioral, systemic, and <br/>
<a id="pl.23.28"></a><var>23.28</var>community counseling strategies which include principles of human development, <br/>
<a id="pl.23.29"></a><var>23.29</var>wellness, and pathology. Counselors provide mental health services for clients whose <br/>
<a id="pl.23.30"></a><var>23.30</var>symptoms significantly interfere with daily functioning and would most likely not improve <br/>
<a id="pl.23.31"></a><var>23.31</var>in a reasonable time period without intervention.<br/>
<a id="pl.23.32"></a><var>23.32</var>    (c) Licensed professional counseling does not include activities or services <br/>
<a id="pl.23.33"></a><var>23.33</var>undertaken by persons listed in section 
         <statute_ref>148B.592</statute_ref>, or the performance of any act that <br/>
<a id="pl.23.34"></a><var>23.34</var>licensed professional counselors are not educated and trained to perform. <br/>
<a id="pl.24.1"></a><var>24.1</var>    (d) In order to evaluate and treat mental illness, a licensed professional counselor <br/>
<a id="pl.24.2"></a><var>24.2</var>must complete the postgraduate training specified in section 
<statute_ref>245.462, subdivision 18</statute_ref>, <br/>
<a id="pl.24.3"></a><var>24.3</var>clause (6), or 
<statute_ref>245.4871, subdivision 27</statute_ref>, clause (6). <br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.39.0"></a><a id="pl.24.4"></a><var>24.4</var>    Sec. 39. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148B.53, subdivision 1, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.24.5"></a><var>24.5</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>General requirements.</b> (a) To be licensed as a licensed professional <br/>
<a id="pl.24.6"></a><var>24.6</var>counselor (LPC), an applicant must provide evidence satisfactory to the board that the <br/>
<a id="pl.24.7"></a><var>24.7</var>applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.24.8"></a><var>24.8</var>    (1) is at least 18 years of age;<br/>
<a id="pl.24.9"></a><var>24.9</var>    (2) is of good moral character;<br/>
<a id="pl.24.10"></a><var>24.10</var>    (3) has completed a master's or doctoral degree program in counseling or a related <br/>
<a id="pl.24.11"></a><var>24.11</var>field, as determined by the board based on the criteria in paragraph (b), that includes a <br/>
<a id="pl.24.12"></a><var>24.12</var>minimum of 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours and a supervised field experience of <br/>
<a id="pl.24.13"></a><var>24.13</var>not fewer than 700 hours that is counseling in nature;<br/>
<a id="pl.24.14"></a><var>24.14</var>    (4) has submitted to the board a plan for supervision during the first 2,000 hours <br/>
<a id="pl.24.15"></a><var>24.15</var>of professional practice or has submitted proof of supervised professional practice that <br/>
<a id="pl.24.16"></a><var>24.16</var>is acceptable to the board; and<br/>
<a id="pl.24.17"></a><var>24.17</var>    (5) has demonstrated competence in professional counseling by passing the National <br/>
<a id="pl.24.18"></a><var>24.18</var>Counseling Exam (NCE) administered by the National Board for Certified Counselors, <br/>
<a id="pl.24.19"></a><var>24.19</var>Inc. (NBCC) or an equivalent national examination as determined by the board, and <br/>
<a id="pl.24.20"></a><var>24.20</var>ethical, oral, and situational examinations if prescribed by the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.24.21"></a><var>24.21</var>    (b) The degree described in paragraph (a), clause (3), must be from a counseling <br/>
<a id="pl.24.22"></a><var>24.22</var>program recognized by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education <br/>
<a id="pl.24.23"></a><var>24.23</var>Programs (CACREP) or from an institution of higher education that is accredited by <br/>
<a id="pl.24.24"></a><var>24.24</var>a regional accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education <br/>
<a id="pl.24.25"></a><var>24.25</var>Accreditation (CHEA). Except as provided in paragraph (e), Specific academic course <br/>
<a id="pl.24.26"></a><var>24.26</var>content and training must include course work course work in each of the following <br/>
<a id="pl.24.27"></a><var>24.27</var>subject areas:<br/>
<a id="pl.24.28"></a><var>24.28</var>    (1) the helping relationship, including counseling theory and practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.24.29"></a><var>24.29</var>    (2) human growth and development;<br/>
<a id="pl.24.30"></a><var>24.30</var>    (3) lifestyle and career development;<br/>
<a id="pl.24.31"></a><var>24.31</var>    (4) group dynamics, processes, counseling, and consulting;<br/>
<a id="pl.24.32"></a><var>24.32</var>    (5) assessment and appraisal;<br/>
<a id="pl.24.33"></a><var>24.33</var>    (6) social and cultural foundations, including multicultural issues;<br/>
<a id="pl.24.34"></a><var>24.34</var>    (7) principles of etiology, treatment planning, and prevention of mental and <br/>
<a id="pl.24.35"></a><var>24.35</var>emotional disorders and dysfunctional behavior;<br/>
<a id="pl.25.1"></a><var>25.1</var>    (8) family counseling and therapy;<br/>
<a id="pl.25.2"></a><var>25.2</var>    (9) research and evaluation; and<br/>
<a id="pl.25.3"></a><var>25.3</var>    (10) professional counseling orientation and ethics.<br/>
<a id="pl.25.4"></a><var>25.4</var>    (c) To be licensed as a professional counselor, a psychological practitioner licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.25.5"></a><var>25.5</var>under section 
         <statute_ref>148.908</statute_ref> need only show evidence of licensure under that section and is not <br/>
<a id="pl.25.6"></a><var>25.6</var>required to comply with paragraph (a), clauses (1) to (3) and (5), or paragraph (b).<br/>
<a id="pl.25.7"></a><var>25.7</var>    (d) To be licensed as a professional counselor, a Minnesota licensed psychologist <br/>
<a id="pl.25.8"></a><var>25.8</var>need only show evidence of licensure from the Minnesota Board of Psychology and is not <br/>
<a id="pl.25.9"></a><var>25.9</var>required to comply with paragraph (a) or (b).<br/>
<a id="pl.25.10"></a><var>25.10</var>    (e) If the degree described in paragraph (a), clause (3), is from a counseling program <br/>
<a id="pl.25.11"></a><var>25.11</var>recognized by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education <br/>
<a id="pl.25.12"></a><var>25.12</var>Programs (CACREP), the applicant is deemed to have met the specific course work <br/>
<a id="pl.25.13"></a><var>25.13</var>requirements of paragraph (b).<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.40.0"></a><a id="pl.25.14"></a><var>25.14</var>    Sec. 40. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148B.53, subdivision 3, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.25.15"></a><var>25.15</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Fee.</b> Nonrefundable fees are as follows:<br/>
<a id="pl.25.16"></a><var>25.16</var>    (1) initial license application fee for licensed professional counseling (LPC) - $250 <br/>
<a id="pl.25.17"></a><var>25.17</var>$150;<br/>
<a id="pl.25.18"></a><var>25.18</var>    (2) initial license fee for LPC - $250;<br/>
<a id="pl.25.19"></a><var>25.19</var>    (3) annual active license renewal fee for LPC - $200 $250 or equivalent;<br/>
<a id="pl.25.20"></a><var>25.20</var>    (3) (4) annual inactive license renewal fee for LPC - $100 $125;<br/>
<a id="pl.25.21"></a><var>25.21</var>    (5) initial license application fee for licensed professional clinical counseling <br/>
<a id="pl.25.22"></a><var>25.22</var>(LPCC) - $150;<br/>
<a id="pl.25.23"></a><var>25.23</var>    (6) initial license fee for LPCC - $250;<br/>
<a id="pl.25.24"></a><var>25.24</var>    (7) annual active license renewal fee for LPCC - $250 or equivalent;<br/>
<a id="pl.25.25"></a><var>25.25</var>    (8) annual inactive license renewal fee for LPCC - $125;<br/>
<a id="pl.25.26"></a><var>25.26</var>    (4) (9)  license renewal late fee - $100 per month or portion thereof;<br/>
<a id="pl.25.27"></a><var>25.27</var>    (5) (10) copy of board order or stipulation - $10;<br/>
<a id="pl.25.28"></a><var>25.28</var>    (6) (11) certificate of good standing or license verification - $10 $25;<br/>
<a id="pl.25.29"></a><var>25.29</var>    (7) (12) duplicate certificate fee - $10 $25;<br/>
<a id="pl.25.30"></a><var>25.30</var>    (8) (13) professional firm renewal fee - $25;<br/>
<a id="pl.25.31"></a><var>25.31</var>    (9) (14) sponsor application for approval of a continuing education course - $60;<br/>
<a id="pl.25.32"></a><var>25.32</var>    (15) initial registration fee - $50; and<br/>
<a id="pl.25.33"></a><var>25.33</var>    (10) (16) annual registration renewal fee - $25; and<br/>
<a id="pl.25.34"></a><var>25.34</var>    (17) approved supervisor application processing fee - $30.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.41.0"></a><a id="pl.26.1"></a><var>26.1</var>    Sec. 41. <b>[148B.5301] REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSURE AS A LICENSED </b><br/>
<a id="pl.26.2"></a><var>26.2</var><b>PROFESSIONAL CLINICAL COUNSELOR.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.26.3"></a><var>26.3</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>General requirements.</b> (a) To be licensed as a licensed professional <br/>
<a id="pl.26.4"></a><var>26.4</var>clinical counselor (LPCC), an applicant must provide satisfactory evidence to the board <br/>
<a id="pl.26.5"></a><var>26.5</var>that the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.26.6"></a><var>26.6</var>    (1) is at least 18 years of age;<br/>
<a id="pl.26.7"></a><var>26.7</var>    (2) is of good moral character;<br/>
<a id="pl.26.8"></a><var>26.8</var>    (3) has completed a masters or doctoral degree program in counseling or a <br/>
<a id="pl.26.9"></a><var>26.9</var>related field, as determined by the board based on the criteria in items (i) to (x), that <br/>
<a id="pl.26.10"></a><var>26.10</var>includes a minimum of 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours and a supervised field <br/>
<a id="pl.26.11"></a><var>26.11</var>experience in counseling that is not fewer than 700 hours. The degree must be from <br/>
<a id="pl.26.12"></a><var>26.12</var>a counseling program recognized by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and <br/>
<a id="pl.26.13"></a><var>26.13</var>Related Education Programs (CACREP) or from an institution of higher education that is <br/>
<a id="pl.26.14"></a><var>26.14</var>accredited by a regional accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher <br/>
<a id="pl.26.15"></a><var>26.15</var>Education Accreditation (CHEA). Specific academic course content and training must <br/>
<a id="pl.26.16"></a><var>26.16</var>include coursework in each of the following subject areas:<br/>
<a id="pl.26.17"></a><var>26.17</var>    (i) helping relationship, including counseling theory and practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.26.18"></a><var>26.18</var>    (ii) human growth and development;<br/>
<a id="pl.26.19"></a><var>26.19</var>    (iii) lifestyle and career development;<br/>
<a id="pl.26.20"></a><var>26.20</var>    (iv) group dynamics, processes, counseling, and consulting;<br/>
<a id="pl.26.21"></a><var>26.21</var>    (v) assessment and appraisal;<br/>
<a id="pl.26.22"></a><var>26.22</var>    (vi) social and cultural foundations, including multicultural issues;<br/>
<a id="pl.26.23"></a><var>26.23</var>    (vii) principles of etiology, treatment planning, and prevention of mental and <br/>
<a id="pl.26.24"></a><var>26.24</var>emotional disorders and dysfunctional behavior;<br/>
<a id="pl.26.25"></a><var>26.25</var>    (viii) family counseling and therapy;<br/>
<a id="pl.26.26"></a><var>26.26</var>    (ix) research and evaluation; and<br/>
<a id="pl.26.27"></a><var>26.27</var>    (x) professional counseling orientation and ethics;<br/>
<a id="pl.26.28"></a><var>26.28</var>    (4) has demonstrated competence in professional counseling by passing the National <br/>
<a id="pl.26.29"></a><var>26.29</var>Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE), administered by the <br/>
<a id="pl.26.30"></a><var>26.30</var>National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. (NBCC) and ethical, oral, and situational <br/>
<a id="pl.26.31"></a><var>26.31</var>examinations as prescribed by the board. In lieu of the NCMHCE, applicants who have <br/>
<a id="pl.26.32"></a><var>26.32</var>taken and passed the National Counselor Examination (NCE) administered by the NBCC, <br/>
<a id="pl.26.33"></a><var>26.33</var>or another board-approved examination, need only take and pass the Examination of <br/>
<a id="pl.26.34"></a><var>26.34</var>Clinical Counseling Practice (ECCP) administered by the NBCC;<br/>
<a id="pl.26.35"></a><var>26.35</var>    (5) has earned graduate-level semester credits or quarter-credit equivalents in the <br/>
<a id="pl.26.36"></a><var>26.36</var>following clinical content areas as follows:<br/>
<a id="pl.27.1"></a><var>27.1</var>    (i) six credits in diagnostic assessment for child or adult mental disorders; normative <br/>
<a id="pl.27.2"></a><var>27.2</var>development; and psychopathology, including developmental psychopathology;<br/>
<a id="pl.27.3"></a><var>27.3</var>    (ii) three credits in clinical treatment planning, with measurable goals;<br/>
<a id="pl.27.4"></a><var>27.4</var>    (iii) six credits in clinical intervention methods informed by research evidence and <br/>
<a id="pl.27.5"></a><var>27.5</var>community standards of practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.27.6"></a><var>27.6</var>    (iv) three credits in evaluation methodologies regarding the effectiveness of <br/>
<a id="pl.27.7"></a><var>27.7</var>interventions;<br/>
<a id="pl.27.8"></a><var>27.8</var>    (v) three credits in professional ethics applied to clinical practice; and<br/>
<a id="pl.27.9"></a><var>27.9</var>    (vi) three credits in cultural diversity; and<br/>
<a id="pl.27.10"></a><var>27.10</var>    (6) has demonstrated successful completion of 4,000 hours of supervised, <br/>
<a id="pl.27.11"></a><var>27.11</var>postmasters degree professional practice in the delivery of clinical services in the <br/>
<a id="pl.27.12"></a><var>27.12</var>diagnosis and treatment of child and adult mental illnesses and disorders, conducted <br/>
<a id="pl.27.13"></a><var>27.13</var>according to subdivision 2.<br/>
<a id="pl.27.14"></a><var>27.14</var>    (b) If coursework in paragraph (a) was not completed as part of the degree program <br/>
<a id="pl.27.15"></a><var>27.15</var>required by paragraph (a), clause (3), the coursework must be taken and passed for credit, <br/>
<a id="pl.27.16"></a><var>27.16</var>and must be earned from a counseling program or institution that meets the requirements <br/>
<a id="pl.27.17"></a><var>27.17</var>of paragraph (a), clause (3).<br/>
<a id="pl.27.18"></a><var>27.18</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Supervision.</b> (a) To qualify as a LPCC, an applicant must have completed <br/>
<a id="pl.27.19"></a><var>27.19</var>4,000 hours of postmasters degree supervised professional practice in the delivery of <br/>
<a id="pl.27.20"></a><var>27.20</var>clinical services in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illnesses and disorders in <br/>
<a id="pl.27.21"></a><var>27.21</var>both children and adults. The supervised practice shall be conducted according to the <br/>
<a id="pl.27.22"></a><var>27.22</var>requirements in paragraphs (b) to (e).<br/>
<a id="pl.27.23"></a><var>27.23</var>    (b) The supervision must have been received under a contract that defines clinical <br/>
<a id="pl.27.24"></a><var>27.24</var>practice and supervision from a mental health professional as defined in section 245.462, <br/>
<a id="pl.27.25"></a><var>27.25</var>subdivision 18, clauses (1) to (6), or section 245.4871, subdivision 27, clauses (1) to (6), <br/>
<a id="pl.27.26"></a><var>27.26</var>or by a board-approved supervisor, who has at least two years of postlicensure experience <br/>
<a id="pl.27.27"></a><var>27.27</var>in the delivery of clinical services in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illnesses and <br/>
<a id="pl.27.28"></a><var>27.28</var>disorders.<br/>
<a id="pl.27.29"></a><var>27.29</var>    (c) The supervision must be obtained at the rate of two hours of supervision per 40 <br/>
<a id="pl.27.30"></a><var>27.30</var>hours of professional practice. The supervision must be evenly distributed over the course <br/>
<a id="pl.27.31"></a><var>27.31</var>of the supervised professional practice. At least 75 percent of the required supervision <br/>
<a id="pl.27.32"></a><var>27.32</var>hours must be received in person. The remaining 25 percent of the required hours may be <br/>
<a id="pl.27.33"></a><var>27.33</var>received by telephone or by audio or audiovisual electronic device. At least 50 percent of <br/>
<a id="pl.27.34"></a><var>27.34</var>the required hours of supervision must be received on an individual basis. The remaining <br/>
<a id="pl.27.35"></a><var>27.35</var>50 percent may be received in a group setting.<br/>
<a id="pl.28.1"></a><var>28.1</var>    (d) The supervised practice must include at least 1,800 hours of clinical client <br/>
<a id="pl.28.2"></a><var>28.2</var>contact.<br/>
<a id="pl.28.3"></a><var>28.3</var>    (e) The supervised practice must be clinical practice. Supervision includes the <br/>
<a id="pl.28.4"></a><var>28.4</var>observation by the supervisor of the successful application of professional counseling <br/>
<a id="pl.28.5"></a><var>28.5</var>knowledge, skills, and values in the differential diagnosis and treatment of psychosocial <br/>
<a id="pl.28.6"></a><var>28.6</var>function, disability, or impairment, including addictions and emotional, mental, and <br/>
<a id="pl.28.7"></a><var>28.7</var>behavioral disorders.<br/>
<a id="pl.28.8"></a><var>28.8</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Conversion from licensed professional counselor to licensed clinical </b><br/>
<a id="pl.28.9"></a><var>28.9</var><b>counselor.</b> (a) Until August 1, 2011, an individual currently licensed in the state of <br/>
<a id="pl.28.10"></a><var>28.10</var>Minnesota as a licensed professional counselor may convert to a LPCC by providing <br/>
<a id="pl.28.11"></a><var>28.11</var>evidence satisfactory to the board that the applicant has met the following requirements:<br/>
<a id="pl.28.12"></a><var>28.12</var>    (1) is at least 18 years of age;<br/>
<a id="pl.28.13"></a><var>28.13</var>    (2) is of good moral character;<br/>
<a id="pl.28.14"></a><var>28.14</var>    (3) has a license that is active and in good standing;<br/>
<a id="pl.28.15"></a><var>28.15</var>    (4) has no complaints pending, uncompleted disciplinary orders, or corrective <br/>
<a id="pl.28.16"></a><var>28.16</var>action agreements;<br/>
<a id="pl.28.17"></a><var>28.17</var>    (5) has completed a masters or doctoral degree program in counseling or a related <br/>
<a id="pl.28.18"></a><var>28.18</var>field, as determined by the board, and whose degree was from a counseling program <br/>
<a id="pl.28.19"></a><var>28.19</var>recognized by CACREP or from an institution of higher education that is accredited by a <br/>
<a id="pl.28.20"></a><var>28.20</var>regional accrediting organization recognized by CHEA;<br/>
<a id="pl.28.21"></a><var>28.21</var>    (6) has earned 24 graduate-level semester credits or quarter-credit equivalents in <br/>
<a id="pl.28.22"></a><var>28.22</var>clinical coursework which includes content in the following clinical areas:<br/>
<a id="pl.28.23"></a><var>28.23</var>    (i) diagnostic assessment for child and adult mental disorders; normative <br/>
<a id="pl.28.24"></a><var>28.24</var>development; and psychopathology, including developmental psychopathology;<br/>
<a id="pl.28.25"></a><var>28.25</var>    (ii) clinical treatment planning, with measurable goals;<br/>
<a id="pl.28.26"></a><var>28.26</var>    (iii) clinical intervention methods informed by research evidence and community <br/>
<a id="pl.28.27"></a><var>28.27</var>standards of practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.28.28"></a><var>28.28</var>    (iv) evaluation methodologies regarding the effectiveness of interventions;<br/>
<a id="pl.28.29"></a><var>28.29</var>    (v) professional ethics applied to clinical practice; and<br/>
<a id="pl.28.30"></a><var>28.30</var>    (vi) cultural diversity;<br/>
<a id="pl.28.31"></a><var>28.31</var>    (7) has demonstrated, to the satisfaction of the board, successful completion of <br/>
<a id="pl.28.32"></a><var>28.32</var>4,000 hours of supervised, postmasters degree professional practice in the delivery of <br/>
<a id="pl.28.33"></a><var>28.33</var>clinical services in the diagnosis and treatment of child and adult mental illnesses and <br/>
<a id="pl.28.34"></a><var>28.34</var>disorders; and<br/>
<a id="pl.28.35"></a><var>28.35</var>    (8) has paid the LPCC application and licensure fees required in section 148B.53, <br/>
<a id="pl.28.36"></a><var>28.36</var>subdivision 3.<br/>
<a id="pl.29.1"></a><var>29.1</var>    (b) If the coursework in paragraph (a) was not completed as part of the degree <br/>
<a id="pl.29.2"></a><var>29.2</var>program required by paragraph (a), clause (5), the coursework must be taken and passed <br/>
<a id="pl.29.3"></a><var>29.3</var>for credit, and must be earned from a counseling program or institution that meets the <br/>
<a id="pl.29.4"></a><var>29.4</var>requirements in paragraph (a), clause (5).<br/>
<a id="pl.29.5"></a><var>29.5</var>    (c) This subdivision expires August 1, 2011.<br/>
<a id="pl.29.6"></a><var>29.6</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Conversion to licensed professional clinical counselor after August 1, </b><br/>
<a id="pl.29.7"></a><var>29.7</var><b>2011.</b> An individual licensed in the state of Minnesota as a licensed professional counselor <br/>
<a id="pl.29.8"></a><var>29.8</var>may convert to a LPCC by providing evidence satisfactory to the board that the applicant <br/>
<a id="pl.29.9"></a><var>29.9</var>has met the requirements of subdivisions 1 and 2, subject to the following:<br/>
<a id="pl.29.10"></a><var>29.10</var>    (1) the individual's license must be active and in good standing;<br/>
<a id="pl.29.11"></a><var>29.11</var>    (2) the individual must not have any complaints pending, uncompleted disciplinary <br/>
<a id="pl.29.12"></a><var>29.12</var>orders, or corrective action agreements; and<br/>
<a id="pl.29.13"></a><var>29.13</var>    (3) the individual has paid the LPCC application and licensure fees required in <br/>
<a id="pl.29.14"></a><var>29.14</var>section 148B.53, subdivision 3.<br/>
<a id="pl.29.15"></a><var>29.15</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Scope of practice.</b> The scope of practice of a LPCC shall include all <br/>
<a id="pl.29.16"></a><var>29.16</var>those services provided by mental health professionals as defined in section 245.462, <br/>
<a id="pl.29.17"></a><var>29.17</var>subdivision 18, and section 245.4871, subdivision 27.<br/>
<a id="pl.29.18"></a><var>29.18</var>    Subd. 6. <b>Jurisdiction.</b> LPCC's are subject to the board's statutes and rules to the <br/>
<a id="pl.29.19"></a><var>29.19</var>same extent as licensed professional counselors.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.42.0"></a><a id="pl.29.20"></a><var>29.20</var>    Sec. 42. <b>[148B.532] DEGREES FROM FOREIGN INSTITUTIONS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.29.21"></a><var>29.21</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Scope and documentation.</b> In addition to meeting all other licensure <br/>
<a id="pl.29.22"></a><var>29.22</var>requirements, an applicant for licensure whose degree was received from a foreign degree <br/>
<a id="pl.29.23"></a><var>29.23</var>program that is not recognized by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related <br/>
<a id="pl.29.24"></a><var>29.24</var>Education Programs (CACREP) or from a foreign institution of higher education that is <br/>
<a id="pl.29.25"></a><var>29.25</var>not accredited by a regional accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher <br/>
<a id="pl.29.26"></a><var>29.26</var>Education Accreditation (CHEA) must fulfill the requirements of this section, providing <br/>
<a id="pl.29.27"></a><var>29.27</var>certified English translations of board-required relevant documentation.<br/>
<a id="pl.29.28"></a><var>29.28</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Education evaluation.</b> An applicant for licensure as a licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.29.29"></a><var>29.29</var>professional counselor must present evidence of completion of a degree equivalent to <br/>
<a id="pl.29.30"></a><var>29.30</var>that required in section 148B.53, subdivision 1, paragraphs (a), clause (3); and (b). This <br/>
<a id="pl.29.31"></a><var>29.31</var>evidence will be evaluated by the board with the assistance of a credentials evaluation <br/>
<a id="pl.29.32"></a><var>29.32</var>service familiar with educational standards and professional qualification. The evaluation <br/>
<a id="pl.29.33"></a><var>29.33</var>must be sent directly to the board from the evaluating agency. Agencies providing <br/>
<a id="pl.29.34"></a><var>29.34</var>evaluation services must be accepted by the National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. <br/>
<a id="pl.29.35"></a><var>29.35</var>The applicant shall be responsible for the expenses incurred as a result of the evaluation.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.43.0"></a><a id="pl.30.1"></a><var>30.1</var>    Sec. 43. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148C.12, is amended by adding a <br/>
<a id="pl.30.2"></a><var>30.2</var>subdivision to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.30.3"></a><var>30.3</var>    Subd. 12. <b>Sponsor application fee.</b> The fee for sponsor application for approval <br/>
<a id="pl.30.4"></a><var>30.4</var>of a continuing education course is $60.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.44.0"></a><a id="pl.30.5"></a><var>30.5</var>    Sec. 44. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148C.12, is amended by adding a <br/>
<a id="pl.30.6"></a><var>30.6</var>subdivision to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.30.7"></a><var>30.7</var>    Subd. 13. <b>Order or stipulation fee.</b> The fee for a copy of a board order or <br/>
<a id="pl.30.8"></a><var>30.8</var>stipulation is $10.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.45.0"></a><a id="pl.30.9"></a><var>30.9</var>    Sec. 45. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148C.12, is amended by adding a <br/>
<a id="pl.30.10"></a><var>30.10</var>subdivision to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.30.11"></a><var>30.11</var>    Subd. 14. <b>Duplicate certificate fee.</b> The fee for a duplicate certificate is $25.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.46.0"></a><a id="pl.30.12"></a><var>30.12</var>    Sec. 46. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148C.12, is amended by adding a <br/>
<a id="pl.30.13"></a><var>30.13</var>subdivision to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.30.14"></a><var>30.14</var>    Subd. 15. <b>Supervisor application processing fee.</b> The fee for licensure supervisor <br/>
<a id="pl.30.15"></a><var>30.15</var>application processing is $30.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.47.0"></a><a id="pl.30.16"></a><var>30.16</var>    Sec. 47. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148D.050, subdivision 1, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.30.17"></a><var>30.17</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Requirements.</b> The practice of social work A person licensed under <br/>
<a id="pl.30.18"></a><var>30.18</var>section 148D.055 or 148D.061 must comply with the requirements of subdivision 2, <br/>
<a id="pl.30.19"></a><var>30.19</var>3, 4, or 5.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.48.0"></a><a id="pl.30.20"></a><var>30.20</var>    Sec. 48. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148D.055, subdivision 2, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.30.21"></a><var>30.21</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Qualifications for licensure by examination as a licensed social worker.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.30.22"></a><var>30.22</var>    (a) Except as provided in paragraph (i), To be licensed as a licensed social worker, an <br/>
<a id="pl.30.23"></a><var>30.23</var>applicant for licensure by examination must provide evidence satisfactory to the board <br/>
<a id="pl.30.24"></a><var>30.24</var>that the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.30.25"></a><var>30.25</var>    (1) has received a baccalaureate degree in social work from a program accredited by <br/>
<a id="pl.30.26"></a><var>30.26</var>the Council on Social Work Education, the Canadian Association of Schools of Social <br/>
<a id="pl.30.27"></a><var>30.27</var>Work, or a similar accreditation body designated by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.30.28"></a><var>30.28</var>    (2) has passed the bachelors or equivalent examination administered by the <br/>
<a id="pl.30.29"></a><var>30.29</var>Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board. <br/>
<a id="pl.30.30"></a><var>30.30</var>Unless an applicant applies for licensure by endorsement pursuant to subdivision 7, an <br/>
<a id="pl.30.31"></a><var>30.31</var>examination is not valid if it was taken and passed eight or more years prior to submitting <br/>
<a id="pl.31.1"></a><var>31.1</var>a completed, signed application form provided by the board. The examination may be <br/>
<a id="pl.31.2"></a><var>31.2</var>taken prior to completing degree requirements;<br/>
<a id="pl.31.3"></a><var>31.3</var>    (3) has submitted a completed, signed application form provided by the board, <br/>
<a id="pl.31.4"></a><var>31.4</var>including the applicable application fee specified in section 
         <statute_ref>148D.180</statute_ref>. For applications <br/>
<a id="pl.31.5"></a><var>31.5</var>submitted electronically, a "signed application" means providing an attestation as specified <br/>
<a id="pl.31.6"></a><var>31.6</var>by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.31.7"></a><var>31.7</var>    (4) has submitted the criminal background check fee and a form provided by the <br/>
<a id="pl.31.8"></a><var>31.8</var>board authorizing a criminal background check pursuant to subdivision 8;<br/>
<a id="pl.31.9"></a><var>31.9</var>    (5) has paid the applicable license fee specified in section 
         <statute_ref>148D.180</statute_ref>; and<br/>
<a id="pl.31.10"></a><var>31.10</var>    (6) has not engaged in conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards <br/>
<a id="pl.31.11"></a><var>31.11</var>of practice specified in sections 
         <statute_ref>148D.195</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148D.240</statute_ref>. If the applicant has engaged in <br/>
<a id="pl.31.12"></a><var>31.12</var>conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards of practice, the board may take <br/>
<a id="pl.31.13"></a><var>31.13</var>action pursuant to sections 
         <statute_ref>148D.255</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148D.270</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.31.14"></a><var>31.14</var>    (b) An application that is not completed and signed, or that is not accompanied by the <br/>
<a id="pl.31.15"></a><var>31.15</var>correct fee, must be returned to the applicant, along with any fee submitted, and is void.<br/>
<a id="pl.31.16"></a><var>31.16</var>    (c) A licensee granted a license by the board pursuant to paragraph (a) must meet <br/>
<a id="pl.31.17"></a><var>31.17</var>the supervised practice requirements specified in sections 
         <statute_ref>148D.100</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148D.125</statute_ref>. If a <br/>
<a id="pl.31.18"></a><var>31.18</var>licensee does not meet the supervised practice requirements, the board may take action <br/>
<a id="pl.31.19"></a><var>31.19</var>pursuant to sections 
         <statute_ref>148D.255</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148D.270</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.31.20"></a><var>31.20</var>    (d) By submitting an application for licensure, an applicant authorizes the board to <br/>
<a id="pl.31.21"></a><var>31.21</var>investigate any information provided or requested in the application. The board may <br/>
<a id="pl.31.22"></a><var>31.22</var>request that the applicant provide additional information, verification, or documentation.<br/>
<a id="pl.31.23"></a><var>31.23</var>    (e) Within one year of the time the board receives an application for licensure, the <br/>
<a id="pl.31.24"></a><var>31.24</var>applicant must meet all the requirements specified in paragraph (a) and must provide all of <br/>
<a id="pl.31.25"></a><var>31.25</var>the information requested by the board pursuant to paragraph (d). If within one year the <br/>
<a id="pl.31.26"></a><var>31.26</var>applicant does not meet all the requirements, or does not provide all of the information <br/>
<a id="pl.31.27"></a><var>31.27</var>requested, the applicant is considered ineligible and the application for licensure must <br/>
<a id="pl.31.28"></a><var>31.28</var>be closed.<br/>
<a id="pl.31.29"></a><var>31.29</var>    (f) Except as provided in paragraph (g), an applicant may not take more than three <br/>
<a id="pl.31.30"></a><var>31.30</var>times the bachelors or equivalent examination administered by the Association of Social <br/>
<a id="pl.31.31"></a><var>31.31</var>Work Boards, or a similar examination body designated by the board. An applicant must <br/>
<a id="pl.31.32"></a><var>31.32</var>receive a passing score on the bachelors or equivalent examination administered by the <br/>
<a id="pl.31.33"></a><var>31.33</var>Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board <br/>
<a id="pl.31.34"></a><var>31.34</var>in no more than 18 months after the date the applicant first failed the examination.<br/>
<a id="pl.31.35"></a><var>31.35</var>    (g) Notwithstanding paragraph (f), the board may allow an applicant to take, for a <br/>
<a id="pl.31.36"></a><var>31.36</var>fourth or subsequent time, the bachelors or equivalent examination administered by the <br/>
<a id="pl.32.1"></a><var>32.1</var>Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the <br/>
<a id="pl.32.2"></a><var>32.2</var>board if the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.32.3"></a><var>32.3</var>    (1) meets all requirements specified in paragraphs (a) to (e) other than passing the <br/>
<a id="pl.32.4"></a><var>32.4</var>bachelors or equivalent examination administered by the Association of Social Work <br/>
<a id="pl.32.5"></a><var>32.5</var>Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.32.6"></a><var>32.6</var>    (2) provides to the board a description of the efforts the applicant has made to <br/>
<a id="pl.32.7"></a><var>32.7</var>improve the applicant's score and demonstrates to the board's satisfaction that the efforts <br/>
<a id="pl.32.8"></a><var>32.8</var>are likely to improve the score; and<br/>
<a id="pl.32.9"></a><var>32.9</var>    (3) provides to the board letters of recommendation from two licensed social workers <br/>
<a id="pl.32.10"></a><var>32.10</var>attesting to the applicant's ability to practice social work competently and ethically in <br/>
<a id="pl.32.11"></a><var>32.11</var>accordance with professional social work knowledge, skills, and values.<br/>
<a id="pl.32.12"></a><var>32.12</var>    (h) An individual must not practice social work until the individual passes the <br/>
<a id="pl.32.13"></a><var>32.13</var>examination and receives a social work license under this section or section 
         <statute_ref>148D.060</statute_ref>. If <br/>
<a id="pl.32.14"></a><var>32.14</var>the board has reason to believe that an applicant may be practicing social work without a <br/>
<a id="pl.32.15"></a><var>32.15</var>license, and the applicant has failed the bachelors or equivalent examination administered <br/>
<a id="pl.32.16"></a><var>32.16</var>by the Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by <br/>
<a id="pl.32.17"></a><var>32.17</var>the board, the board may notify the applicant's employer that the applicant is not licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.32.18"></a><var>32.18</var>as a social worker.<br/>
<a id="pl.32.19"></a><var>32.19</var>    (i) An applicant who was born in a foreign country, who has taken and failed to <br/>
<a id="pl.32.20"></a><var>32.20</var>pass the examination specified in paragraph (a), clause (2), at least once since January <br/>
<a id="pl.32.21"></a><var>32.21</var>1, 2000, and for whom English is a second language, is eligible for licensure as a social <br/>
<a id="pl.32.22"></a><var>32.22</var>worker if the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.32.23"></a><var>32.23</var>    (1) provides evidence to the board of compliance with the requirements in paragraph <br/>
<a id="pl.32.24"></a><var>32.24</var>(a), clauses (1) and (3) to (6), and in paragraphs (b) to (e) and (h); and<br/>
<a id="pl.32.25"></a><var>32.25</var>    (2) provides to the board letters of recommendation and experience ratings from two <br/>
<a id="pl.32.26"></a><var>32.26</var>licensed social workers and one professor from the applicant's social work program who <br/>
<a id="pl.32.27"></a><var>32.27</var>can attest to the applicant's competence.<br/>
<a id="pl.32.28"></a><var>32.28</var>This paragraph expires August 1, 2007.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.49.0"></a><a id="pl.32.29"></a><var>32.29</var>    Sec. 49. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148D.055, subdivision 3, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.32.30"></a><var>32.30</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Qualifications for licensure by examination as licensed graduate </b><br/>
<a id="pl.32.31"></a><var>32.31</var><b>social worker.</b> (a) Except as provided in paragraph (i), To be licensed as a licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.32.32"></a><var>32.32</var>graduate social worker, an applicant for licensure by examination must provide evidence <br/>
<a id="pl.32.33"></a><var>32.33</var>satisfactory to the board that the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.33.1"></a><var>33.1</var>    (1) has received a graduate degree in social work from a program accredited by the <br/>
<a id="pl.33.2"></a><var>33.2</var>Council on Social Work Education, the Canadian Association of Schools of Social Work, <br/>
<a id="pl.33.3"></a><var>33.3</var>or a similar accreditation body designated by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.33.4"></a><var>33.4</var>    (2) has passed the masters or equivalent examination administered by the Association <br/>
<a id="pl.33.5"></a><var>33.5</var>of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board. Unless an <br/>
<a id="pl.33.6"></a><var>33.6</var>applicant applies for licensure by endorsement pursuant to section 
         <statute_ref>148D.055, subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.33.7"></a><var>33.7</var>7
         </statute_ref>, an examination is not valid if it was taken and passed eight or more years prior to <br/>
<a id="pl.33.8"></a><var>33.8</var>submitting a completed, signed application form provided by the board. The examination <br/>
<a id="pl.33.9"></a><var>33.9</var>may be taken prior to completing degree requirements;<br/>
<a id="pl.33.10"></a><var>33.10</var>    (3) has submitted a completed, signed application form provided by the board, <br/>
<a id="pl.33.11"></a><var>33.11</var>including the applicable application fee specified in section 
         <statute_ref>148D.180</statute_ref>. For applications <br/>
<a id="pl.33.12"></a><var>33.12</var>submitted electronically, a "signed application" means providing an attestation as specified <br/>
<a id="pl.33.13"></a><var>33.13</var>by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.33.14"></a><var>33.14</var>    (4) has submitted the criminal background check fee and a form provided by the <br/>
<a id="pl.33.15"></a><var>33.15</var>board authorizing a criminal background check pursuant to subdivision 8;<br/>
<a id="pl.33.16"></a><var>33.16</var>    (5) has paid the applicable license fee specified in section 
         <statute_ref>148D.180</statute_ref>; and<br/>
<a id="pl.33.17"></a><var>33.17</var>    (6) has not engaged in conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards <br/>
<a id="pl.33.18"></a><var>33.18</var>of practice specified in sections 
         <statute_ref>148D.195</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148D.240</statute_ref>. If the applicant has engaged in <br/>
<a id="pl.33.19"></a><var>33.19</var>conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards of practice, the board may take <br/>
<a id="pl.33.20"></a><var>33.20</var>action pursuant to sections 
         <statute_ref>148D.255</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148D.270</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.33.21"></a><var>33.21</var>    (b) An application which is not completed and signed, or which is not accompanied <br/>
<a id="pl.33.22"></a><var>33.22</var>by the correct fee, must be returned to the applicant, along with any fee submitted, and is <br/>
<a id="pl.33.23"></a><var>33.23</var>void.<br/>
<a id="pl.33.24"></a><var>33.24</var>    (c) A licensee granted a license by the board pursuant to paragraph (a) must meet <br/>
<a id="pl.33.25"></a><var>33.25</var>the supervised practice requirements specified in sections 
         <statute_ref>148D.100</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148D.125</statute_ref>. If a <br/>
<a id="pl.33.26"></a><var>33.26</var>licensee does not meet the supervised practice requirements, the board may take action <br/>
<a id="pl.33.27"></a><var>33.27</var>pursuant to sections 
         <statute_ref>148D.255</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148D.270</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.33.28"></a><var>33.28</var>    (d) By submitting an application for licensure, an applicant authorizes the board to <br/>
<a id="pl.33.29"></a><var>33.29</var>investigate any information provided or requested in the application. The board may <br/>
<a id="pl.33.30"></a><var>33.30</var>request that the applicant provide additional information, verification, or documentation.<br/>
<a id="pl.33.31"></a><var>33.31</var>    (e) Within one year of the time the board receives an application for licensure, the <br/>
<a id="pl.33.32"></a><var>33.32</var>applicant must meet all the requirements specified in paragraph (a) and must provide all of <br/>
<a id="pl.33.33"></a><var>33.33</var>the information requested by the board pursuant to paragraph (d). If within one year the <br/>
<a id="pl.33.34"></a><var>33.34</var>applicant does not meet all the requirements, or does not provide all of the information <br/>
<a id="pl.33.35"></a><var>33.35</var>requested, the applicant is considered ineligible and the application for licensure must <br/>
<a id="pl.33.36"></a><var>33.36</var>be closed.<br/>
<a id="pl.34.1"></a><var>34.1</var>    (f) Except as provided in paragraph (g), an applicant may not take more than three <br/>
<a id="pl.34.2"></a><var>34.2</var>times the masters or equivalent examination administered by the Association of Social <br/>
<a id="pl.34.3"></a><var>34.3</var>Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board. An applicant must <br/>
<a id="pl.34.4"></a><var>34.4</var>receive a passing score on the masters or equivalent examination administered by the <br/>
<a id="pl.34.5"></a><var>34.5</var>Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board <br/>
<a id="pl.34.6"></a><var>34.6</var>in no more than 18 months after the date the applicant first failed the examination.<br/>
<a id="pl.34.7"></a><var>34.7</var>    (g) Notwithstanding paragraph (f), the board may allow an applicant to take, for a <br/>
<a id="pl.34.8"></a><var>34.8</var>fourth or subsequent time, the masters or equivalent examination administered by the <br/>
<a id="pl.34.9"></a><var>34.9</var>Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the <br/>
<a id="pl.34.10"></a><var>34.10</var>board if the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.34.11"></a><var>34.11</var>    (1) meets all requirements specified in paragraphs (a) to (e) other than passing the <br/>
<a id="pl.34.12"></a><var>34.12</var>masters or equivalent examination administered by the Association of Social Work boards <br/>
<a id="pl.34.13"></a><var>34.13</var>or a similar examination body designated by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.34.14"></a><var>34.14</var>    (2) provides to the board a description of the efforts the applicant has made to <br/>
<a id="pl.34.15"></a><var>34.15</var>improve the applicant's score and demonstrates to the board's satisfaction that the efforts <br/>
<a id="pl.34.16"></a><var>34.16</var>are likely to improve the score; and<br/>
<a id="pl.34.17"></a><var>34.17</var>    (3) provides to the board letters of recommendation from two licensed social workers <br/>
<a id="pl.34.18"></a><var>34.18</var>attesting to the applicant's ability to practice social work competently and ethically in <br/>
<a id="pl.34.19"></a><var>34.19</var>accordance with professional social work knowledge, skills, and values.<br/>
<a id="pl.34.20"></a><var>34.20</var>    (h) An individual must not practice social work until the individual passes the <br/>
<a id="pl.34.21"></a><var>34.21</var>examination and receives a social work license under this section or section 
         <statute_ref>148D.060</statute_ref>. If <br/>
<a id="pl.34.22"></a><var>34.22</var>the board has reason to believe that an applicant may be practicing social work without a <br/>
<a id="pl.34.23"></a><var>34.23</var>license, and the applicant has failed the masters or equivalent examination administered <br/>
<a id="pl.34.24"></a><var>34.24</var>by the Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by <br/>
<a id="pl.34.25"></a><var>34.25</var>the board, the board may notify the applicant's employer that the applicant is not licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.34.26"></a><var>34.26</var>as a social worker.<br/>
<a id="pl.34.27"></a><var>34.27</var>    (i) An applicant who was born in a foreign country, who has taken and failed to <br/>
<a id="pl.34.28"></a><var>34.28</var>pass the examination specified in paragraph (a), clause (2), at least once since January <br/>
<a id="pl.34.29"></a><var>34.29</var>1, 2000, and for whom English is a second language, is eligible for licensure as a social <br/>
<a id="pl.34.30"></a><var>34.30</var>worker if the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.34.31"></a><var>34.31</var>    (1) provides evidence to the board of compliance with the requirements in paragraph <br/>
<a id="pl.34.32"></a><var>34.32</var>(a), clauses (1) and (3) to (6), and in paragraphs (b) to (e) and (h); and<br/>
<a id="pl.34.33"></a><var>34.33</var>    (2) provides to the board letters of recommendation and experience ratings from two <br/>
<a id="pl.34.34"></a><var>34.34</var>licensed social workers and one professor from the applicant's social work program who <br/>
<a id="pl.34.35"></a><var>34.35</var>can attest to the applicant's competence.<br/>
<a id="pl.34.36"></a><var>34.36</var>This paragraph expires August 1, 2007.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.50.0"></a><a id="pl.35.1"></a><var>35.1</var>    Sec. 50. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148D.055, subdivision 4, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.35.2"></a><var>35.2</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Licensure by examination; licensed independent social worker.</b> (a) <br/>
<a id="pl.35.3"></a><var>35.3</var>Except as provided in paragraph (i), To be licensed as a licensed independent social <br/>
<a id="pl.35.4"></a><var>35.4</var>worker, an applicant for licensure by examination must provide evidence satisfactory <br/>
<a id="pl.35.5"></a><var>35.5</var>to the board that the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.35.6"></a><var>35.6</var>    (1) has received a graduate degree in social work from a program accredited by the <br/>
<a id="pl.35.7"></a><var>35.7</var>Council on Social Work Education, the Canadian Association of Schools of Social Work, <br/>
<a id="pl.35.8"></a><var>35.8</var>or a similar accreditation body designated by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.35.9"></a><var>35.9</var>    (2) has practiced social work as defined in section 
         <statute_ref>148D.010</statute_ref>, and has met the <br/>
<a id="pl.35.10"></a><var>35.10</var>supervised practice requirements specified in sections 
         <statute_ref>148D.100</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148D.125</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.35.11"></a><var>35.11</var>    (3) has passed the advanced generalist or equivalent examination administered by <br/>
<a id="pl.35.12"></a><var>35.12</var>the Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the <br/>
<a id="pl.35.13"></a><var>35.13</var>board. Unless an applicant applies for licensure by endorsement pursuant to subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.35.14"></a><var>35.14</var>7, an examination is not valid if it was taken and passed eight or more years prior to <br/>
<a id="pl.35.15"></a><var>35.15</var>submitting a completed, signed application form provided by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.35.16"></a><var>35.16</var>    (4) has submitted a completed, signed application form provided by the board, <br/>
<a id="pl.35.17"></a><var>35.17</var>including the applicable application fee specified in section 
         <statute_ref>148D.180</statute_ref>. For applications <br/>
<a id="pl.35.18"></a><var>35.18</var>submitted electronically, a "signed application" means providing an attestation as specified <br/>
<a id="pl.35.19"></a><var>35.19</var>by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.35.20"></a><var>35.20</var>    (5) has submitted the criminal background check fee and a form provided by the <br/>
<a id="pl.35.21"></a><var>35.21</var>board authorizing a criminal background check pursuant to subdivision 8;<br/>
<a id="pl.35.22"></a><var>35.22</var>    (6) has paid the applicable license fee specified in section 
         <statute_ref>148D.180</statute_ref>; and<br/>
<a id="pl.35.23"></a><var>35.23</var>    (7) has not engaged in conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards <br/>
<a id="pl.35.24"></a><var>35.24</var>of practice specified in sections 
         <statute_ref>148D.195</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148D.240</statute_ref>. If the applicant has engaged in <br/>
<a id="pl.35.25"></a><var>35.25</var>conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards of practice, the board may take <br/>
<a id="pl.35.26"></a><var>35.26</var>action pursuant to sections 
         <statute_ref>148D.255</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148D.270</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.35.27"></a><var>35.27</var>    (b) An application which is not completed and signed, or which is not accompanied <br/>
<a id="pl.35.28"></a><var>35.28</var>by the correct fee, must be returned to the applicant, along with any fee submitted, and is <br/>
<a id="pl.35.29"></a><var>35.29</var>void.<br/>
<a id="pl.35.30"></a><var>35.30</var>    (c) A licensed independent social worker who practices clinical social work must <br/>
<a id="pl.35.31"></a><var>35.31</var>meet the supervised practice requirements specified in sections 
         <statute_ref>148D.100</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148D.125</statute_ref>. If <br/>
<a id="pl.35.32"></a><var>35.32</var>a licensee does not meet the supervised practice requirements, the board may take action <br/>
<a id="pl.35.33"></a><var>35.33</var>pursuant to sections 
         <statute_ref>148D.255</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148D.270</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.35.34"></a><var>35.34</var>    (d) By submitting an application for licensure, an applicant authorizes the board to <br/>
<a id="pl.35.35"></a><var>35.35</var>investigate any information provided or requested in the application. The board may <br/>
<a id="pl.35.36"></a><var>35.36</var>request that the applicant provide additional information, verification, or documentation.<br/>
<a id="pl.36.1"></a><var>36.1</var>    (e) Within one year of the time the board receives an application for licensure, the <br/>
<a id="pl.36.2"></a><var>36.2</var>applicant must meet all the requirements specified in paragraph (a) and must provide all of <br/>
<a id="pl.36.3"></a><var>36.3</var>the information requested by the board pursuant to paragraph (d). If within one year the <br/>
<a id="pl.36.4"></a><var>36.4</var>applicant does not meet all the requirements, or does not provide all of the information <br/>
<a id="pl.36.5"></a><var>36.5</var>requested, the applicant is considered ineligible and the application for licensure must <br/>
<a id="pl.36.6"></a><var>36.6</var>be closed.<br/>
<a id="pl.36.7"></a><var>36.7</var>    (f) Except as provided in paragraph (g), an applicant may not take more than <br/>
<a id="pl.36.8"></a><var>36.8</var>three times the advanced generalist or equivalent examination administered by the <br/>
<a id="pl.36.9"></a><var>36.9</var>Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the <br/>
<a id="pl.36.10"></a><var>36.10</var>board. An applicant must receive a passing score on the masters or equivalent examination <br/>
<a id="pl.36.11"></a><var>36.11</var>administered by the Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body <br/>
<a id="pl.36.12"></a><var>36.12</var>designated by the board in no more than 18 months after the first time the applicant failed <br/>
<a id="pl.36.13"></a><var>36.13</var>the examination.<br/>
<a id="pl.36.14"></a><var>36.14</var>    (g) Notwithstanding paragraph (f), the board may allow an applicant to take, for a <br/>
<a id="pl.36.15"></a><var>36.15</var>fourth or subsequent time, the advanced generalist or equivalent examination administered <br/>
<a id="pl.36.16"></a><var>36.16</var>by the Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by <br/>
<a id="pl.36.17"></a><var>36.17</var>the board if the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.36.18"></a><var>36.18</var>    (1) meets all requirements specified in paragraphs (a) to (e) other than passing the <br/>
<a id="pl.36.19"></a><var>36.19</var>advanced generalist or equivalent examination administered by the Association of Social <br/>
<a id="pl.36.20"></a><var>36.20</var>Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.36.21"></a><var>36.21</var>    (2) provides to the board a description of the efforts the applicant has made to <br/>
<a id="pl.36.22"></a><var>36.22</var>improve the applicant's score and demonstrates to the board's satisfaction that the efforts <br/>
<a id="pl.36.23"></a><var>36.23</var>are likely to improve the score; and<br/>
<a id="pl.36.24"></a><var>36.24</var>    (3) provides to the board letters of recommendation from two licensed social workers <br/>
<a id="pl.36.25"></a><var>36.25</var>attesting to the applicant's ability to practice social work competently and ethically in <br/>
<a id="pl.36.26"></a><var>36.26</var>accordance with professional social work knowledge, skills, and values.<br/>
<a id="pl.36.27"></a><var>36.27</var>    (h) An individual must not practice social work until the individual passes the <br/>
<a id="pl.36.28"></a><var>36.28</var>examination and receives a social work license under this section or section 
         <statute_ref>148D.060</statute_ref>. If <br/>
<a id="pl.36.29"></a><var>36.29</var>the board has reason to believe that an applicant may be practicing social work without a <br/>
<a id="pl.36.30"></a><var>36.30</var>license, except as provided in section 
         <statute_ref>148D.065</statute_ref>, and the applicant has failed the advanced <br/>
<a id="pl.36.31"></a><var>36.31</var>generalist or equivalent examination administered by the Association of Social Work <br/>
<a id="pl.36.32"></a><var>36.32</var>Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board, the board may notify the <br/>
<a id="pl.36.33"></a><var>36.33</var>applicant's employer that the applicant is not licensed as a social worker.<br/>
<a id="pl.36.34"></a><var>36.34</var>    (i) An applicant who was born in a foreign country, who has taken and failed to <br/>
<a id="pl.36.35"></a><var>36.35</var>pass the examination specified in paragraph (a), clause (3), at least once since January <br/>
<a id="pl.37.1"></a><var>37.1</var>1, 2000, and for whom English is a second language, is eligible for licensure as a social <br/>
<a id="pl.37.2"></a><var>37.2</var>worker if the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.37.3"></a><var>37.3</var>    (1) provides evidence to the board of compliance with the requirements in paragraph <br/>
<a id="pl.37.4"></a><var>37.4</var>(a), clauses (1), (2), and (4) to (7), and in paragraphs (b) to (e) and (h); and<br/>
<a id="pl.37.5"></a><var>37.5</var>    (2) provides to the board letters of recommendation and experience ratings from two <br/>
<a id="pl.37.6"></a><var>37.6</var>licensed social workers and one professor from the applicant's social work program who <br/>
<a id="pl.37.7"></a><var>37.7</var>can attest to the applicant's competence.<br/>
<a id="pl.37.8"></a><var>37.8</var>This paragraph expires August 1, 2007.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.51.0"></a><a id="pl.37.9"></a><var>37.9</var>    Sec. 51. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148D.055, subdivision 5, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.37.10"></a><var>37.10</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Licensure by examination; licensed independent clinical social worker.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.37.11"></a><var>37.11</var>    (a) Except as provided in paragraph (h), To be licensed as a licensed independent <br/>
<a id="pl.37.12"></a><var>37.12</var>clinical social worker, an applicant for licensure by examination must provide evidence <br/>
<a id="pl.37.13"></a><var>37.13</var>satisfactory to the board that the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.37.14"></a><var>37.14</var>    (1) has received a graduate degree in social work from a program accredited by the <br/>
<a id="pl.37.15"></a><var>37.15</var>Council on Social Work Education, the Canadian Association of Schools of Social Work, <br/>
<a id="pl.37.16"></a><var>37.16</var>or a similar accreditation body designated by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.37.17"></a><var>37.17</var>    (2) has practiced clinical social work as defined in section 
         <statute_ref>148D.010</statute_ref>, including both <br/>
<a id="pl.37.18"></a><var>37.18</var>diagnosis and treatment, and has met the supervised practice requirements specified in <br/>
<a id="pl.37.19"></a><var>37.19</var>sections 
         <statute_ref>148D.100</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148D.125</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.37.20"></a><var>37.20</var>    (3) has passed the clinical or equivalent examination administered by the Association <br/>
<a id="pl.37.21"></a><var>37.21</var>of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board. Unless an <br/>
<a id="pl.37.22"></a><var>37.22</var>applicant applies for licensure by endorsement pursuant to subdivision 7, an examination <br/>
<a id="pl.37.23"></a><var>37.23</var>is not valid if it was taken and passed eight or more years prior to submitting a completed, <br/>
<a id="pl.37.24"></a><var>37.24</var>signed application form provided by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.37.25"></a><var>37.25</var>    (4) has submitted a completed, signed application form provided by the board, <br/>
<a id="pl.37.26"></a><var>37.26</var>including the applicable application fee specified in section 
         <statute_ref>148D.180</statute_ref>. For applications <br/>
<a id="pl.37.27"></a><var>37.27</var>submitted electronically, a "signed application" means providing an attestation as specified <br/>
<a id="pl.37.28"></a><var>37.28</var>by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.37.29"></a><var>37.29</var>    (5) has submitted the criminal background check fee and a form provided by the <br/>
<a id="pl.37.30"></a><var>37.30</var>board authorizing a criminal background check pursuant to subdivision 8;<br/>
<a id="pl.37.31"></a><var>37.31</var>    (6) has paid the license fee specified in section 
         <statute_ref>148D.180</statute_ref>; and<br/>
<a id="pl.37.32"></a><var>37.32</var>    (7) has not engaged in conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards <br/>
<a id="pl.37.33"></a><var>37.33</var>of practice specified in sections 
         <statute_ref>148D.195</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148D.240</statute_ref>. If the applicant has engaged in <br/>
<a id="pl.37.34"></a><var>37.34</var>conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards of practice, the board may take <br/>
<a id="pl.37.35"></a><var>37.35</var>action pursuant to sections 
         <statute_ref>148D.255</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148D.270</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.38.1"></a><var>38.1</var>    (b) An application which is not completed and signed, or which is not accompanied <br/>
<a id="pl.38.2"></a><var>38.2</var>by the correct fee, must be returned to the applicant, along with any fee submitted, and is <br/>
<a id="pl.38.3"></a><var>38.3</var>void.<br/>
<a id="pl.38.4"></a><var>38.4</var>    (c) By submitting an application for licensure, an applicant authorizes the board to <br/>
<a id="pl.38.5"></a><var>38.5</var>investigate any information provided or requested in the application. The board may <br/>
<a id="pl.38.6"></a><var>38.6</var>request that the applicant provide additional information, verification, or documentation.<br/>
<a id="pl.38.7"></a><var>38.7</var>    (d) Within one year of the time the board receives an application for licensure, the <br/>
<a id="pl.38.8"></a><var>38.8</var>applicant must meet all the requirements specified in paragraph (a) and must provide all of <br/>
<a id="pl.38.9"></a><var>38.9</var>the information requested by the board pursuant to paragraph (c). If within one year the <br/>
<a id="pl.38.10"></a><var>38.10</var>applicant does not meet all the requirements, or does not provide all of the information <br/>
<a id="pl.38.11"></a><var>38.11</var>requested, the applicant is considered ineligible and the application for licensure must <br/>
<a id="pl.38.12"></a><var>38.12</var>be closed.<br/>
<a id="pl.38.13"></a><var>38.13</var>    (e) Except as provided in paragraph (f), an applicant may not take more than three <br/>
<a id="pl.38.14"></a><var>38.14</var>times the clinical or equivalent examination administered by the Association of Social <br/>
<a id="pl.38.15"></a><var>38.15</var>Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board. An applicant must <br/>
<a id="pl.38.16"></a><var>38.16</var>receive a passing score on the clinical or equivalent examination administered by the <br/>
<a id="pl.38.17"></a><var>38.17</var>Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board <br/>
<a id="pl.38.18"></a><var>38.18</var>no later than 18 months after the first time the applicant failed the examination.<br/>
<a id="pl.38.19"></a><var>38.19</var>    (f) Notwithstanding paragraph (e), the board may allow an applicant to take, for a <br/>
<a id="pl.38.20"></a><var>38.20</var>fourth or subsequent time, the clinical or equivalent examination administered by the <br/>
<a id="pl.38.21"></a><var>38.21</var>Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the <br/>
<a id="pl.38.22"></a><var>38.22</var>board if the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.38.23"></a><var>38.23</var>    (1) meets all requirements specified in paragraphs (a) to (d) other than passing the <br/>
<a id="pl.38.24"></a><var>38.24</var>clinical or equivalent examination administered by the Association of Social Work Boards <br/>
<a id="pl.38.25"></a><var>38.25</var>or a similar examination body designated by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.38.26"></a><var>38.26</var>    (2) provides to the board a description of the efforts the applicant has made to <br/>
<a id="pl.38.27"></a><var>38.27</var>improve the applicant's score and demonstrates to the board's satisfaction that the efforts <br/>
<a id="pl.38.28"></a><var>38.28</var>are likely to improve the score; and<br/>
<a id="pl.38.29"></a><var>38.29</var>    (3) provides to the board letters of recommendation from two licensed social workers <br/>
<a id="pl.38.30"></a><var>38.30</var>attesting to the applicant's ability to practice social work competently and ethically in <br/>
<a id="pl.38.31"></a><var>38.31</var>accordance with professional social work knowledge, skills, and values.<br/>
<a id="pl.38.32"></a><var>38.32</var>    (g) An individual must not practice social work until the individual passes the <br/>
<a id="pl.38.33"></a><var>38.33</var>examination and receives a social work license under this section or section 
         <statute_ref>148D.060</statute_ref>. If <br/>
<a id="pl.38.34"></a><var>38.34</var>the board has reason to believe that an applicant may be practicing social work without a <br/>
<a id="pl.38.35"></a><var>38.35</var>license, and the applicant has failed the clinical or equivalent examination administered <br/>
<a id="pl.38.36"></a><var>38.36</var>by the Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by <br/>
<a id="pl.39.1"></a><var>39.1</var>the board, the board may notify the applicant's employer that the applicant is not licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.39.2"></a><var>39.2</var>as a social worker.<br/>
<a id="pl.39.3"></a><var>39.3</var>    (h) An applicant who was born in a foreign country, who has taken and failed to <br/>
<a id="pl.39.4"></a><var>39.4</var>pass the examination specified in paragraph (a), clause (3), at least once since January <br/>
<a id="pl.39.5"></a><var>39.5</var>1, 2000, and for whom English is a second language, is eligible for licensure as a social <br/>
<a id="pl.39.6"></a><var>39.6</var>worker if the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.39.7"></a><var>39.7</var>    (1) provides evidence to the board of compliance with the requirements in paragraph <br/>
<a id="pl.39.8"></a><var>39.8</var>(a), clauses (1), (2), and (4) to (7), and paragraphs (b) to (d) and (g); and<br/>
<a id="pl.39.9"></a><var>39.9</var>    (2) provides to the board letters of recommendation and experience ratings from two <br/>
<a id="pl.39.10"></a><var>39.10</var>licensed social workers and one professor from the applicant's social work program who <br/>
<a id="pl.39.11"></a><var>39.11</var>can attest to the applicant's competence.<br/>
<a id="pl.39.12"></a><var>39.12</var>This paragraph expires August 1, 2007.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.52.0"></a><a id="pl.39.13"></a><var>39.13</var>    Sec. 52. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148D.055, is amended by adding a <br/>
<a id="pl.39.14"></a><var>39.14</var>subdivision to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.39.15"></a><var>39.15</var>    Subd. 7a. <b>Provisional licensure.</b> An applicant for provisional licensure must meet <br/>
<a id="pl.39.16"></a><var>39.16</var>the license requirements in subdivisions 2 to 8, except the applicant does not have to <br/>
<a id="pl.39.17"></a><var>39.17</var>pass an examination administered by the Association of Social Work Boards or a similar <br/>
<a id="pl.39.18"></a><var>39.18</var>examination body designated by the board.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.53.0"></a><a id="pl.39.19"></a><var>39.19</var>    Sec. 53. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148D.060, is amended by adding a <br/>
<a id="pl.39.20"></a><var>39.20</var>subdivision to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.39.21"></a><var>39.21</var>    Subd. 2a. <b>Programs in candidacy status.</b> The board may issue a temporary <br/>
<a id="pl.39.22"></a><var>39.22</var>license to practice social work to an applicant who has completed the requirements for a <br/>
<a id="pl.39.23"></a><var>39.23</var>baccalaureate or graduate degree in social work from a program in candidacy status with <br/>
<a id="pl.39.24"></a><var>39.24</var>the Council on Social Work Education, the Canadian Association of Schools of Social <br/>
<a id="pl.39.25"></a><var>39.25</var>Work, or a similar accreditation body designated by the board, and has:<br/>
<a id="pl.39.26"></a><var>39.26</var>    (1) applied for a license under section 148D.055;<br/>
<a id="pl.39.27"></a><var>39.27</var>    (2) applied for a temporary license on a form provided by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.39.28"></a><var>39.28</var>    (3) submitted a form provided by the board authorizing the board to complete a <br/>
<a id="pl.39.29"></a><var>39.29</var>criminal background check;<br/>
<a id="pl.39.30"></a><var>39.30</var>    (4) passed the applicable licensure examination provided for in section 148D.055; <br/>
<a id="pl.39.31"></a><var>39.31</var>and <br/>
<a id="pl.39.32"></a><var>39.32</var>    (5) not engaged in conduct that is in violation of the standards of practice specified <br/>
<a id="pl.39.33"></a><var>39.33</var>in sections 148D.195 to 148D.240. If the applicant has engaged in conduct that is in <br/>
<a id="pl.40.1"></a><var>40.1</var>violation of the standards of practice, the board may take action according to sections <br/>
<a id="pl.40.2"></a><var>40.2</var>148D.255 to 148D.270.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.54.0"></a><a id="pl.40.3"></a><var>40.3</var>    Sec. 54. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148D.060, subdivision 5, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.40.4"></a><var>40.4</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Temporary license term.</b> (a) A temporary license is valid until expiration, <br/>
<a id="pl.40.5"></a><var>40.5</var>or until the board issues or denies the license pursuant to section 
         <statute_ref>148D.055</statute_ref>, or until the <br/>
<a id="pl.40.6"></a><var>40.6</var>board revokes the temporary license, whichever comes first. A temporary license is <br/>
<a id="pl.40.7"></a><var>40.7</var>nonrenewable.<br/>
<a id="pl.40.8"></a><var>40.8</var>    (b) A temporary license issued pursuant to subdivision 1 or 2 expires after six <br/>
<a id="pl.40.9"></a><var>40.9</var>months.<br/>
<a id="pl.40.10"></a><var>40.10</var>    (c) A temporary license issued pursuant to subdivision 2a expires after 12 months <br/>
<a id="pl.40.11"></a><var>40.11</var>but may be extended at the board's discretion upon a showing that the social work program <br/>
<a id="pl.40.12"></a><var>40.12</var>remains in good standing with the Council on Social Work Education, the Canadian <br/>
<a id="pl.40.13"></a><var>40.13</var>Association of Schools of Social Work, or a similar accreditation body designated by <br/>
<a id="pl.40.14"></a><var>40.14</var>the board. If the board receives notice from the Council on Social Work Education, <br/>
<a id="pl.40.15"></a><var>40.15</var>the Canadian Association of Schools of Social Work, or a similar accreditation body <br/>
<a id="pl.40.16"></a><var>40.16</var>designated by the board that the social work program is not in good standing, or that <br/>
<a id="pl.40.17"></a><var>40.17</var>the accreditation will not be granted to the social work program, the temporary license <br/>
<a id="pl.40.18"></a><var>40.18</var>is immediately revoked.<br/>
<a id="pl.40.19"></a><var>40.19</var>    (c) (d) A temporary license issued pursuant to subdivision 3 2a expires after 12 <br/>
<a id="pl.40.20"></a><var>40.20</var>months.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.55.0"></a><a id="pl.40.21"></a><var>40.21</var>    Sec. 55. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148D.060, subdivision 6, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.40.22"></a><var>40.22</var>    Subd. 6. <b>Licensee with temporary license; baccalaureate degree.</b> A licensee <br/>
<a id="pl.40.23"></a><var>40.23</var>with a temporary license who has provided evidence to the board that the licensee has <br/>
<a id="pl.40.24"></a><var>40.24</var>completed the requirements for a baccalaureate degree in social work from a program <br/>
<a id="pl.40.25"></a><var>40.25</var>accredited by, or in candidacy status with, the Council on Social Work Education, <br/>
<a id="pl.40.26"></a><var>40.26</var>the Canadian Association of Schools of Social Work, or a similar accreditation body <br/>
<a id="pl.40.27"></a><var>40.27</var>designated by the board may temporarily engage in social work practice except that a <br/>
<a id="pl.40.28"></a><var>40.28</var>licensee with a temporary license may not engage in clinical social work practice.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.56.0"></a><a id="pl.40.29"></a><var>40.29</var>    Sec. 56. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148D.060, subdivision 7, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.40.30"></a><var>40.30</var>    Subd. 7. <b>Licensee with temporary license; graduate degree.</b> A licensee with a <br/>
<a id="pl.40.31"></a><var>40.31</var>temporary license who has provided evidence to the board that the licensee has completed <br/>
<a id="pl.40.32"></a><var>40.32</var>the requirements for a graduate degree in social work from a program accredited by, or in <br/>
<a id="pl.40.33"></a><var>40.33</var>candidacy status with, the Council on Social Work Education, the Canadian Association <br/>
<a id="pl.41.1"></a><var>41.1</var>of Schools of Social Work, or a similar accreditation body designated by the board may <br/>
<a id="pl.41.2"></a><var>41.2</var>temporarily engage in social work practice, including clinical practice.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.57.0"></a><a id="pl.41.3"></a><var>41.3</var>    Sec. 57. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148D.060, subdivision 13, is amended to <br/>
<a id="pl.41.4"></a><var>41.4</var>read:<br/>
<a id="pl.41.5"></a><var>41.5</var>    Subd. 13. <b>Revocation of temporary license.</b> The board may immediately revoke <br/>
<a id="pl.41.6"></a><var>41.6</var>the temporary license of any licensee who violates any requirements of this section. The <br/>
<a id="pl.41.7"></a><var>41.7</var>revocation must be made for cause, without notice or opportunity to be heard. A licensee <br/>
<a id="pl.41.8"></a><var>41.8</var>whose temporary license is revoked must immediately return the temporary license to <br/>
<a id="pl.41.9"></a><var>41.9</var>the board.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.58.0"></a><a id="pl.41.10"></a><var>41.10</var>    Sec. 58. <b>[148D.061] PROVISIONAL LICENSES.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.41.11"></a><var>41.11</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Requirements for a provisional license.</b> An applicant may be <br/>
<a id="pl.41.12"></a><var>41.12</var>issued a provisional license if the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.41.13"></a><var>41.13</var>    (1) was born in a foreign country;<br/>
<a id="pl.41.14"></a><var>41.14</var>    (2) communicates in English as a second language;<br/>
<a id="pl.41.15"></a><var>41.15</var>    (3) has failed the Association of Social Work Boards examination a second time in <br/>
<a id="pl.41.16"></a><var>41.16</var>no more than 12 months after the date the applicant first failed the examination;<br/>
<a id="pl.41.17"></a><var>41.17</var>    (4) has met all other requirements for licensure; and<br/>
<a id="pl.41.18"></a><var>41.18</var>    (5) complies with the requirements of subdivisions 2 to 7.<br/>
<a id="pl.41.19"></a><var>41.19</var>    Subd. 2. <b>License term.</b> (a) A provisional license is valid until expiration, or until <br/>
<a id="pl.41.20"></a><var>41.20</var>the board issues or denies a license under section 148D.055, or until the board revokes the <br/>
<a id="pl.41.21"></a><var>41.21</var>provisional license, whichever occurs first.<br/>
<a id="pl.41.22"></a><var>41.22</var>    (b) A provisional license expires three years after the effective date of the license.<br/>
<a id="pl.41.23"></a><var>41.23</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Scope of practice.</b> A licensee who is issued a provisional license must <br/>
<a id="pl.41.24"></a><var>41.24</var>comply with the requirements of section 148D.050.<br/>
<a id="pl.41.25"></a><var>41.25</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Fee.</b> A licensee who is issued a provisional license must pay the <br/>
<a id="pl.41.26"></a><var>41.26</var>appropriate license fee specified in section 148D.180.<br/>
<a id="pl.41.27"></a><var>41.27</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Supervised practice requirements.</b> A licensee who is issued a provisional <br/>
<a id="pl.41.28"></a><var>41.28</var>license must document supervised practice as provided in section 148D.062. If a licensee <br/>
<a id="pl.41.29"></a><var>41.29</var>issued a provisional license is granted a license under section 148D.055, the licensee <br/>
<a id="pl.41.30"></a><var>41.30</var>must also meet the supervised practice requirements in sections 148D.100 to 148D.115. <br/>
<a id="pl.41.31"></a><var>41.31</var>The supervised practice completed under a provisional license does not apply to this <br/>
<a id="pl.41.32"></a><var>41.32</var>requirement.<br/>
<a id="pl.41.33"></a><var>41.33</var>    Subd. 6. <b>Evaluation by supervisor.</b> (a) After being issued a provisional license <br/>
<a id="pl.41.34"></a><var>41.34</var>under subdivision 1, the licensee must submit an evaluation by the licensee's supervisor <br/>
<a id="pl.42.1"></a><var>42.1</var>every six months during the first 2,000 hours of social work practice. The evaluation must <br/>
<a id="pl.42.2"></a><var>42.2</var>meet the requirements in section 148D.063. The supervisor must meet the eligibility <br/>
<a id="pl.42.3"></a><var>42.3</var>requirements specified in section 148D.062.<br/>
<a id="pl.42.4"></a><var>42.4</var>    (b) After completion of 2,000 hours of supervised social work practice, the licensee's <br/>
<a id="pl.42.5"></a><var>42.5</var>supervisor must submit a final evaluation and attest to the applicant's ability to engage in <br/>
<a id="pl.42.6"></a><var>42.6</var>the practice of social work safely and competently.<br/>
<a id="pl.42.7"></a><var>42.7</var>    Subd. 7. <b>Completion of requirements.</b> Upon completion of the requirements for <br/>
<a id="pl.42.8"></a><var>42.8</var>a provisional license under subdivisions 1 to 6, an applicant shall not practice social <br/>
<a id="pl.42.9"></a><var>42.9</var>work in Minnesota except as provided in section 148D.065, unless licensed according to <br/>
<a id="pl.42.10"></a><var>42.10</var>section 148D.055.<br/>
<a id="pl.42.11"></a><var>42.11</var>    Subd. 8. <b>Disciplinary or other action.</b> The board may take action according to <br/>
<a id="pl.42.12"></a><var>42.12</var>sections 148D.260 to 148D.270 if:<br/>
<a id="pl.42.13"></a><var>42.13</var>    (1) the licensee's supervisor does not submit an evaluation as required by section <br/>
<a id="pl.42.14"></a><var>42.14</var>148D.062;<br/>
<a id="pl.42.15"></a><var>42.15</var>    (2) an evaluation submitted according to section 148D.062 indicates that the licensee <br/>
<a id="pl.42.16"></a><var>42.16</var>cannot practice social work competently and safely; or<br/>
<a id="pl.42.17"></a><var>42.17</var>    (3) the licensee does not comply with the requirements of subdivisions 1 to 7.<br/>
<a id="pl.42.18"></a><var>42.18</var>    Subd. 9. <b>Revocation of provisional license.</b> The board may immediately revoke <br/>
<a id="pl.42.19"></a><var>42.19</var>the provisional license of a licensee who violates any requirements of this section. The <br/>
<a id="pl.42.20"></a><var>42.20</var>revocation must be made for cause. A licensee whose provisional license is revoked must <br/>
<a id="pl.42.21"></a><var>42.21</var>immediately return the provisional license to the board.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.59.0"></a><a id="pl.42.22"></a><var>42.22</var>    Sec. 59. <b>[148D.062] PROVISIONAL LICENSE; SUPERVISED PRACTICE.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.42.23"></a><var>42.23</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Supervision required after licensure.</b> After receiving a provisional <br/>
<a id="pl.42.24"></a><var>42.24</var>license from the board, the licensee must obtain at least 37.5 hours of supervision <br/>
<a id="pl.42.25"></a><var>42.25</var>according to the requirements of this section.<br/>
<a id="pl.42.26"></a><var>42.26</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Practice requirements.</b> The supervision required by subdivision 1 must <br/>
<a id="pl.42.27"></a><var>42.27</var>be obtained during the first 2,000 hours of social work practice after the effective date <br/>
<a id="pl.42.28"></a><var>42.28</var>of the provisional license. At least three hours of supervision must be obtained during <br/>
<a id="pl.42.29"></a><var>42.29</var>every 160 hours of practice.<br/>
<a id="pl.42.30"></a><var>42.30</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Types of supervision.</b> (a) Twenty-five hours of supervision required by <br/>
<a id="pl.42.31"></a><var>42.31</var>subdivision 1 must consist of one-on-one in-person supervision.<br/>
<a id="pl.42.32"></a><var>42.32</var>    (b) Twelve and one-half hours of supervision must consist of one or more of the <br/>
<a id="pl.42.33"></a><var>42.33</var>following types of supervision:<br/>
<a id="pl.42.34"></a><var>42.34</var>    (1) in-person one-on-one supervision; or<br/>
<a id="pl.42.35"></a><var>42.35</var>    (2) in-person group supervision.<br/>
<a id="pl.43.1"></a><var>43.1</var>    (c) To qualify as in-person group supervision, the group must not exceed seven <br/>
<a id="pl.43.2"></a><var>43.2</var>members including the supervisor.<br/>
<a id="pl.43.3"></a><var>43.3</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Supervisor requirements.</b> (a) The supervision required by subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.43.4"></a><var>43.4</var>1 must be provided by a supervisor who meets the requirements in section 148D.120 <br/>
<a id="pl.43.5"></a><var>43.5</var>and has either:<br/>
<a id="pl.43.6"></a><var>43.6</var>    (1) 5,000 hours experience engaged in authorized social work practice; or<br/>
<a id="pl.43.7"></a><var>43.7</var>    (2) completed 30 hours of training in supervision, which may be satisfied by <br/>
<a id="pl.43.8"></a><var>43.8</var>completing academic coursework in supervision or continuing education courses in <br/>
<a id="pl.43.9"></a><var>43.9</var>supervision as defined in section 148D.010, subdivision 16.<br/>
<a id="pl.43.10"></a><var>43.10</var>    (b) Supervision must be provided:<br/>
<a id="pl.43.11"></a><var>43.11</var>    (1) if the supervisee is not engaged in clinical practice and the supervisee has a <br/>
<a id="pl.43.12"></a><var>43.12</var>provisional license to practice as a licensed social worker, by a licenced social worker <br/>
<a id="pl.43.13"></a><var>43.13</var>who has completed the supervised practice requirements;<br/>
<a id="pl.43.14"></a><var>43.14</var>    (2) if the supervisee is not engaged in clinical practice and the supervisee has a <br/>
<a id="pl.43.15"></a><var>43.15</var>provisional license to practice as a licensed graduate social worker, licensed independent <br/>
<a id="pl.43.16"></a><var>43.16</var>social worker, or licensed independent clinical social worker, by:<br/>
<a id="pl.43.17"></a><var>43.17</var>    (i) a licensed graduate social worker who has completed the supervised practice <br/>
<a id="pl.43.18"></a><var>43.18</var>requirements;<br/>
<a id="pl.43.19"></a><var>43.19</var>    (ii) a licensed independent social worker; or<br/>
<a id="pl.43.20"></a><var>43.20</var>    (iii) a licensed independent clinical social worker;<br/>
<a id="pl.43.21"></a><var>43.21</var>    (3) if the supervisee is engaged in clinical practice and the supervisee has a <br/>
<a id="pl.43.22"></a><var>43.22</var>provisional license to practice as a licensed graduate social worker, licensed independent <br/>
<a id="pl.43.23"></a><var>43.23</var>social worker, or licensed independent clinical social worker, by a licensed independent <br/>
<a id="pl.43.24"></a><var>43.24</var>clinical social worker; or<br/>
<a id="pl.43.25"></a><var>43.25</var>    (4) by a supervisor who meets the requirements in section 148D.120, subdivision 2.<br/>
<a id="pl.43.26"></a><var>43.26</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Expiration.</b> This section expires August 1, 2011.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.60.0"></a><a id="pl.43.27"></a><var>43.27</var>    Sec. 60. <b>[148D.063] PROVISIONAL LICENSE; DOCUMENTATION OF </b><br/>
<a id="pl.43.28"></a><var>43.28</var><b>SUPERVISION.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.43.29"></a><var>43.29</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Supervision plan.</b> (a) An applicant granted a provisional license <br/>
<a id="pl.43.30"></a><var>43.30</var>must submit, on a form provided by the board, a supervision plan for meeting the <br/>
<a id="pl.43.31"></a><var>43.31</var>supervision requirements in section 148D.062.<br/>
<a id="pl.43.32"></a><var>43.32</var>    (b) The supervision plan must be submitted no later than 30 days after the licensee <br/>
<a id="pl.43.33"></a><var>43.33</var>begins a social work practice position.<br/>
<a id="pl.43.34"></a><var>43.34</var>    (c) The board may revoke a licensee's provisional license for failure to submit the <br/>
<a id="pl.43.35"></a><var>43.35</var>supervision plan within 30 days after beginning a social work practice position.<br/>
<a id="pl.44.1"></a><var>44.1</var>    (d) The supervision plan must include the following:<br/>
<a id="pl.44.2"></a><var>44.2</var>    (1) the name of the supervisee, the name of the agency in which the supervisee is <br/>
<a id="pl.44.3"></a><var>44.3</var>being supervised, and the supervisee's position title;<br/>
<a id="pl.44.4"></a><var>44.4</var>    (2) the name and qualifications of the person providing the supervision;<br/>
<a id="pl.44.5"></a><var>44.5</var>    (3) the number of hours of one-on-one in-person supervision and the number and <br/>
<a id="pl.44.6"></a><var>44.6</var>type of additional hours of supervision to be completed by the supervisee;<br/>
<a id="pl.44.7"></a><var>44.7</var>    (4) the supervisee's position description;<br/>
<a id="pl.44.8"></a><var>44.8</var>    (5) a brief description of the supervision the supervisee will receive in the following <br/>
<a id="pl.44.9"></a><var>44.9</var>content areas:<br/>
<a id="pl.44.10"></a><var>44.10</var>    (i) clinical practice, if applicable;<br/>
<a id="pl.44.11"></a><var>44.11</var>    (ii) development of professional social work knowledge, skills, and values;<br/>
<a id="pl.44.12"></a><var>44.12</var>    (iii) practice methods;<br/>
<a id="pl.44.13"></a><var>44.13</var>    (iv) authorized scope of practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.44.14"></a><var>44.14</var>    (v) ensuring continuing competence; and<br/>
<a id="pl.44.15"></a><var>44.15</var>    (vi) ethical standards of practice; and<br/>
<a id="pl.44.16"></a><var>44.16</var>    (6) if applicable, a detailed description of the supervisee's clinical social work <br/>
<a id="pl.44.17"></a><var>44.17</var>practice, addressing:<br/>
<a id="pl.44.18"></a><var>44.18</var>    (i) the client population, the range of presenting issues, and the diagnoses;<br/>
<a id="pl.44.19"></a><var>44.19</var>    (ii) the clinical modalities that were utilized; and<br/>
<a id="pl.44.20"></a><var>44.20</var>    (iii) the process utilized for determining clinical diagnoses, including the diagnostic <br/>
<a id="pl.44.21"></a><var>44.21</var>instruments used and the role of the supervisee in the diagnostic process.<br/>
<a id="pl.44.22"></a><var>44.22</var>    (e) The board must receive a revised supervision plan within 30 days of any of the <br/>
<a id="pl.44.23"></a><var>44.23</var>following changes:<br/>
<a id="pl.44.24"></a><var>44.24</var>    (1) the supervisee has a new supervisor;<br/>
<a id="pl.44.25"></a><var>44.25</var>    (2) the supervisee begins a new social work position;<br/>
<a id="pl.44.26"></a><var>44.26</var>    (3) the scope or content of the supervisee's social work practice changes substantially;<br/>
<a id="pl.44.27"></a><var>44.27</var>    (4) the number of practice or supervision hours changes substantially; or<br/>
<a id="pl.44.28"></a><var>44.28</var>    (5) the type of supervision changes as supervision is described in section 148D.062.<br/>
<a id="pl.44.29"></a><var>44.29</var>    (f) The board may revoke a licensee's provisional license for failure to submit a <br/>
<a id="pl.44.30"></a><var>44.30</var>revised supervision plan as required in paragraph (e).<br/>
<a id="pl.44.31"></a><var>44.31</var>    (g) The board must approve the supervisor and the supervision plan.<br/>
<a id="pl.44.32"></a><var>44.32</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Evaluation.</b> (a) When a supervisee submits an evaluation to the board <br/>
<a id="pl.44.33"></a><var>44.33</var>according to section 148D.061, subdivision 6, the supervisee and supervisor must provide <br/>
<a id="pl.44.34"></a><var>44.34</var>the following information on a form provided by the board:<br/>
<a id="pl.44.35"></a><var>44.35</var>    (1) the name of the supervisee, the name of the agency in which the supervisee is <br/>
<a id="pl.44.36"></a><var>44.36</var>being supervised, and the supervisee's position title;<br/>
<a id="pl.45.1"></a><var>45.1</var>    (2) the name and qualifications of the supervisor;<br/>
<a id="pl.45.2"></a><var>45.2</var>    (3) the number of hours and dates of each type of supervision completed;<br/>
<a id="pl.45.3"></a><var>45.3</var>    (4) the supervisee's position description;<br/>
<a id="pl.45.4"></a><var>45.4</var>    (5) a declaration that the supervisee has not engaged in conduct in violation of the <br/>
<a id="pl.45.5"></a><var>45.5</var>standards of practice in sections 148D.195 to 148D.240;<br/>
<a id="pl.45.6"></a><var>45.6</var>    (6) a declaration that the supervisee has practiced competently and ethically <br/>
<a id="pl.45.7"></a><var>45.7</var>according to professional social work knowledge, skills, and values; and<br/>
<a id="pl.45.8"></a><var>45.8</var>    (7) on a form provided by the board, an evaluation of the licensee's practice in <br/>
<a id="pl.45.9"></a><var>45.9</var>the following areas:<br/>
<a id="pl.45.10"></a><var>45.10</var>    (i) development of professional social work knowledge, skills, and values;<br/>
<a id="pl.45.11"></a><var>45.11</var>    (ii) practice methods;<br/>
<a id="pl.45.12"></a><var>45.12</var>    (iii) authorized scope of practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.45.13"></a><var>45.13</var>    (iv) ensuring continuing competence;<br/>
<a id="pl.45.14"></a><var>45.14</var>    (v) ethical standards of practice; and<br/>
<a id="pl.45.15"></a><var>45.15</var>    (vi) clinical practice, if applicable.<br/>
<a id="pl.45.16"></a><var>45.16</var>    (b) The information provided on the evaluation form must demonstrate that the <br/>
<a id="pl.45.17"></a><var>45.17</var>supervisee has met or has made progress on meeting the applicable supervised practice <br/>
<a id="pl.45.18"></a><var>45.18</var>requirements.<br/>
<a id="pl.45.19"></a><var>45.19</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Alternative verification of supervised practice.</b> Notwithstanding the <br/>
<a id="pl.45.20"></a><var>45.20</var>requirements of subdivision 2, the board may accept alternative verification of supervised <br/>
<a id="pl.45.21"></a><var>45.21</var>practice if a supervisee demonstrates that the supervisee is unable to locate a former <br/>
<a id="pl.45.22"></a><var>45.22</var>supervisor to provide the required information.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.61.0"></a><a id="pl.45.23"></a><var>45.23</var>    Sec. 61. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148D.120, subdivision 2, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.45.24"></a><var>45.24</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Alternate supervisors.</b> (a) The board may approve an alternate supervisor <br/>
<a id="pl.45.25"></a><var>45.25</var>if:<br/>
<a id="pl.45.26"></a><var>45.26</var>    (1) the board determines that supervision is not obtainable pursuant to paragraph (b);<br/>
<a id="pl.45.27"></a><var>45.27</var>    (2) the licensee requests in the supervision plan submitted pursuant to section <br/>
<a id="pl.45.28"></a><var>45.28</var>148D.062, subdivision 1, or 
<statute_ref>148D.125, subdivision 1</statute_ref>, that an alternate supervisor conduct <br/>
<a id="pl.45.29"></a><var>45.29</var>the supervision;<br/>
<a id="pl.45.30"></a><var>45.30</var>    (3) the licensee describes the proposed supervision and the name and qualifications <br/>
<a id="pl.45.31"></a><var>45.31</var>of the proposed alternate supervisor; and<br/>
<a id="pl.45.32"></a><var>45.32</var>    (4) the requirements of paragraph (d) are met.<br/>
<a id="pl.45.33"></a><var>45.33</var>    (b) The board may determine that supervision is not obtainable if:<br/>
<a id="pl.45.34"></a><var>45.34</var>    (1) the licensee provides documentation as an attachment to the supervision plan <br/>
<a id="pl.45.35"></a><var>45.35</var>submitted pursuant to section 148D.062, subdivision 1, or
<statute_ref>148D.125, subdivision 1</statute_ref>, that <br/>
<a id="pl.46.1"></a><var>46.1</var>the licensee has conducted a thorough search for a supervisor meeting the applicable <br/>
<a id="pl.46.2"></a><var>46.2</var>licensure requirements specified in sections 
         <statute_ref>148D.100</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148D.115</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.46.3"></a><var>46.3</var>    (2) the licensee demonstrates to the board's satisfaction that the search was <br/>
<a id="pl.46.4"></a><var>46.4</var>unsuccessful; and<br/>
<a id="pl.46.5"></a><var>46.5</var>    (3) the licensee describes the extent of the search and the names and locations of <br/>
<a id="pl.46.6"></a><var>46.6</var>the persons and organizations contacted.<br/>
<a id="pl.46.7"></a><var>46.7</var>    (c) The following are not grounds for a determination that supervision is <br/>
<a id="pl.46.8"></a><var>46.8</var>unobtainable:<br/>
<a id="pl.46.9"></a><var>46.9</var>    (1) obtaining a supervisor who meets the requirements of subdivision 1 would <br/>
<a id="pl.46.10"></a><var>46.10</var>present the licensee with a financial hardship;<br/>
<a id="pl.46.11"></a><var>46.11</var>    (2) the licensee is unable to obtain a supervisor who meets the requirements of <br/>
<a id="pl.46.12"></a><var>46.12</var>subdivision 1 within the licensee's agency or organization and the agency or organization <br/>
<a id="pl.46.13"></a><var>46.13</var>will not allow outside supervision; or<br/>
<a id="pl.46.14"></a><var>46.14</var>    (3) the specialized nature of the licensee's practice requires supervision from a <br/>
<a id="pl.46.15"></a><var>46.15</var>practitioner other than an individual licensed as a social worker.<br/>
<a id="pl.46.16"></a><var>46.16</var>    (d) An alternate supervisor must:<br/>
<a id="pl.46.17"></a><var>46.17</var>    (1) be an unlicensed social worker who is employed in, and provides the supervision <br/>
<a id="pl.46.18"></a><var>46.18</var>in, a setting exempt from licensure by section 
         <statute_ref>148D.065</statute_ref>, and who has qualifications <br/>
<a id="pl.46.19"></a><var>46.19</var>equivalent to the applicable requirements specified in sections 
         <statute_ref>148D.100</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148D.115</statute_ref>; or<br/>
<a id="pl.46.20"></a><var>46.20</var>    (2) be a licensed marriage and family therapist or a mental health professional <br/>
<a id="pl.46.21"></a><var>46.21</var>as established by section 
         <statute_ref>245.462, subdivision 18</statute_ref>, or 
         <statute_ref>245.4871, subdivision 27</statute_ref>, or an <br/>
<a id="pl.46.22"></a><var>46.22</var>equivalent mental health professional, as determined by the board, who is licensed or <br/>
<a id="pl.46.23"></a><var>46.23</var>credentialed by a state, territorial, provincial, or foreign licensing agency.<br/>
<a id="pl.46.24"></a><var>46.24</var>    In order to qualify to provide clinical supervision of a licensed graduate social <br/>
<a id="pl.46.25"></a><var>46.25</var>worker or licensed independent social worker engaged in clinical practice, the alternate <br/>
<a id="pl.46.26"></a><var>46.26</var>supervisor must be a mental health professional as established by section 
         <statute_ref>245.462, <br/>
<a id="pl.46.27"></a><var>46.27</var>subdivision 18
         </statute_ref>, or 
         <statute_ref>245.4871, subdivision 27</statute_ref>, or an equivalent mental health professional, <br/>
<a id="pl.46.28"></a><var>46.28</var>as determined by the board, who is licensed or credentialed by a state, territorial, <br/>
<a id="pl.46.29"></a><var>46.29</var>provincial, or foreign licensing agency.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.62.0"></a><a id="pl.46.30"></a><var>46.30</var>    Sec. 62. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 148D.125, subdivision 1, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.46.31"></a><var>46.31</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Supervision plan.</b> (a) A social worker must submit, on a form <br/>
<a id="pl.46.32"></a><var>46.32</var>provided by the board, a supervision plan for meeting the supervision requirements <br/>
<a id="pl.46.33"></a><var>46.33</var>specified in sections 
         <statute_ref>148D.100</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148D.120</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.46.34"></a><var>46.34</var>    (b) The supervision plan must be submitted no later than 90 days after the licensee <br/>
<a id="pl.46.35"></a><var>46.35</var>begins a social work practice position after becoming licensed.<br/>
<a id="pl.47.1"></a><var>47.1</var>    (c) For failure to submit the supervision plan within 90 days after beginning a social <br/>
<a id="pl.47.2"></a><var>47.2</var>work practice position, a licensee must pay the supervision plan late fee specified in <br/>
<a id="pl.47.3"></a><var>47.3</var>section 
         <statute_ref>148D.180</statute_ref> when the licensee applies for license renewal.<br/>
<a id="pl.47.4"></a><var>47.4</var>    (d) A license renewal application submitted pursuant to paragraph (a) section <br/>
<a id="pl.47.5"></a><var>47.5</var>148D.070, subdivision 3, must not be approved unless the board has received a supervision <br/>
<a id="pl.47.6"></a><var>47.6</var>plan.<br/>
<a id="pl.47.7"></a><var>47.7</var>    (e) The supervision plan must include the following:<br/>
<a id="pl.47.8"></a><var>47.8</var>    (1) the name of the supervisee, the name of the agency in which the supervisee is <br/>
<a id="pl.47.9"></a><var>47.9</var>being supervised, and the supervisee's position title;<br/>
<a id="pl.47.10"></a><var>47.10</var>    (2) the name and qualifications of the person providing the supervision;<br/>
<a id="pl.47.11"></a><var>47.11</var>    (3) the number of hours of one-on-one in-person supervision and the number and <br/>
<a id="pl.47.12"></a><var>47.12</var>type of additional hours of supervision to be completed by the supervisee;<br/>
<a id="pl.47.13"></a><var>47.13</var>    (4) the supervisee's position description;<br/>
<a id="pl.47.14"></a><var>47.14</var>    (5) a brief description of the supervision the supervisee will receive in the following <br/>
<a id="pl.47.15"></a><var>47.15</var>content areas:<br/>
<a id="pl.47.16"></a><var>47.16</var>    (i) clinical practice, if applicable;<br/>
<a id="pl.47.17"></a><var>47.17</var>    (ii) development of professional social work knowledge, skills, and values;<br/>
<a id="pl.47.18"></a><var>47.18</var>    (iii) practice methods;<br/>
<a id="pl.47.19"></a><var>47.19</var>    (iv) authorized scope of practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.47.20"></a><var>47.20</var>    (v) ensuring continuing competence; and<br/>
<a id="pl.47.21"></a><var>47.21</var>    (vi) ethical standards of practice; and<br/>
<a id="pl.47.22"></a><var>47.22</var>    (6) if applicable, a detailed description of the supervisee's clinical social work <br/>
<a id="pl.47.23"></a><var>47.23</var>practice, addressing:<br/>
<a id="pl.47.24"></a><var>47.24</var>    (i) the client population, the range of presenting issues, and the diagnoses;<br/>
<a id="pl.47.25"></a><var>47.25</var>    (ii) the clinical modalities that were utilized; and<br/>
<a id="pl.47.26"></a><var>47.26</var>    (iii) the process utilized for determining clinical diagnoses, including the diagnostic <br/>
<a id="pl.47.27"></a><var>47.27</var>instruments used and the role of the supervisee in the diagnostic process. An applicant for <br/>
<a id="pl.47.28"></a><var>47.28</var>licensure as a licensed professional clinical counselor must present evidence of completion <br/>
<a id="pl.47.29"></a><var>47.29</var>of a degree equivalent to that required in section 148B.5301, subdivision 1, clause (3).<br/>
<a id="pl.47.30"></a><var>47.30</var>    (f) The board must receive a revised supervision plan within 90 days of any of the <br/>
<a id="pl.47.31"></a><var>47.31</var>following changes:<br/>
<a id="pl.47.32"></a><var>47.32</var>    (1) the supervisee has a new supervisor;<br/>
<a id="pl.47.33"></a><var>47.33</var>    (2) the supervisee begins a new social work position;<br/>
<a id="pl.47.34"></a><var>47.34</var>    (3) the scope or content of the supervisee's social work practice changes substantially;<br/>
<a id="pl.47.35"></a><var>47.35</var>    (4) the number of practice or supervision hours changes substantially; or<br/>
<a id="pl.48.1"></a><var>48.1</var>    (5) the type of supervision changes as supervision is described in section 
         <statute_ref>148D.100, <br/>
<a id="pl.48.2"></a><var>48.2</var>subdivision 3
         </statute_ref>, or 
         <statute_ref>148D.105, subdivision 3</statute_ref>, or as required in section 
         <statute_ref>148D.115, subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.48.3"></a><var>48.3</var>4
         </statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.48.4"></a><var>48.4</var>    (g) For failure to submit a revised supervision plan as required in paragraph (f), a <br/>
<a id="pl.48.5"></a><var>48.5</var>supervisee must pay the supervision plan late fee specified in section 
         <statute_ref>148D.180</statute_ref>, when <br/>
<a id="pl.48.6"></a><var>48.6</var>the supervisee applies for license renewal.<br/>
<a id="pl.48.7"></a><var>48.7</var>    (h) The board must approve the supervisor and the supervision plan.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.63.0"></a><a id="pl.48.8"></a><var>48.8</var>    Sec. 63. <b>[148E.001] CITATION.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.48.9"></a><var>48.9</var>    This chapter may be cited as the "Minnesota Board of Social Work Practice Act."<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.64.0"></a><a id="pl.48.10"></a><var>48.10</var>    Sec. 64. <b>[148E.010] DEFINITIONS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.48.11"></a><var>48.11</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Scope.</b> For the purpose of this chapter, the terms in this section <br/>
<a id="pl.48.12"></a><var>48.12</var>have the meanings given.<br/>
<a id="pl.48.13"></a><var>48.13</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Applicant.</b> "Applicant" means a person who submits an application to <br/>
<a id="pl.48.14"></a><var>48.14</var>the board for a new license, a license renewal, a change in license, an inactive license, <br/>
<a id="pl.48.15"></a><var>48.15</var>reactivation of a license, or a voluntary termination.<br/>
<a id="pl.48.16"></a><var>48.16</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Application.</b> "Application" means an application to the board for a new <br/>
<a id="pl.48.17"></a><var>48.17</var>license, a license renewal, a change in license, an inactive license, reactivation of a <br/>
<a id="pl.48.18"></a><var>48.18</var>license, or voluntary termination.<br/>
<a id="pl.48.19"></a><var>48.19</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Board.</b> "Board" means the Board of Social Work created under section <br/>
<a id="pl.48.20"></a><var>48.20</var><statute_ref>148E.025</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.48.21"></a><var>48.21</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Client.</b> "Client" means an individual, couple, family, group, community, or <br/>
<a id="pl.48.22"></a><var>48.22</var>organization that receives or has received social work services as described in subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.48.23"></a><var>48.23</var>11.<br/>
<a id="pl.48.24"></a><var>48.24</var>    Subd. 6. <b>Clinical practice.</b> "Clinical practice" means applying professional <br/>
<a id="pl.48.25"></a><var>48.25</var>social work knowledge, skills, and values in the differential diagnosis and treatment of <br/>
<a id="pl.48.26"></a><var>48.26</var>psychosocial function, disability, or impairment, including addictions and emotional, <br/>
<a id="pl.48.27"></a><var>48.27</var>mental, and behavioral disorders. Treatment includes a plan based on a differential <br/>
<a id="pl.48.28"></a><var>48.28</var>diagnosis. Treatment may include, but is not limited to, the provision of psychotherapy to <br/>
<a id="pl.48.29"></a><var>48.29</var>individuals, couples, families, and groups across the life span. Clinical social workers <br/>
<a id="pl.48.30"></a><var>48.30</var>may also provide the services described in subdivision 11.<br/>
<a id="pl.48.31"></a><var>48.31</var>    Subd. 7. <b>Clinical supervision.</b> "Clinical supervision" means supervision as defined <br/>
<a id="pl.48.32"></a><var>48.32</var>in subdivision 18 of a social worker engaged in clinical practice as defined in subdivision 6.<br/>
<a id="pl.48.33"></a><var>48.33</var>    Subd. 8. <b>Graduate degree.</b> "Graduate degree" means a master's degree in social <br/>
<a id="pl.48.34"></a><var>48.34</var>work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, the Canadian <br/>
<a id="pl.49.1"></a><var>49.1</var>Association of Schools of Social Work, or a similar accreditation body designated by the <br/>
<a id="pl.49.2"></a><var>49.2</var>board; or a doctorate in social work from an accredited university.<br/>
<a id="pl.49.3"></a><var>49.3</var>    Subd. 9. <b>Intern.</b> "Intern" means a student in field placement working under the <br/>
<a id="pl.49.4"></a><var>49.4</var>supervision or direction of a social worker.<br/>
<a id="pl.49.5"></a><var>49.5</var>    Subd. 10. <b>Person-in-environment perspective.</b> "Person-in-environment <br/>
<a id="pl.49.6"></a><var>49.6</var>perspective" means viewing human behavior, development, and function in the context <br/>
<a id="pl.49.7"></a><var>49.7</var>of one or more of the following: the environment, social functioning, mental health, <br/>
<a id="pl.49.8"></a><var>49.8</var>and physical health.<br/>
<a id="pl.49.9"></a><var>49.9</var>    Subd. 11. <b>Practice of social work.</b> "Practice of social work" means working <br/>
<a id="pl.49.10"></a><var>49.10</var>to maintain, restore, or improve behavioral, cognitive, emotional, mental, or social <br/>
<a id="pl.49.11"></a><var>49.11</var>functioning of clients, in a manner that applies accepted professional social work <br/>
<a id="pl.49.12"></a><var>49.12</var>knowledge, skills, and values, including the person-in-environment perspective, by <br/>
<a id="pl.49.13"></a><var>49.13</var>providing in person or through telephone, video conferencing, or electronic means one or <br/>
<a id="pl.49.14"></a><var>49.14</var>more of the social work services described in clauses (1) to (3). Social work services may <br/>
<a id="pl.49.15"></a><var>49.15</var>address conditions that impair or limit behavioral, cognitive, emotional, mental, or social <br/>
<a id="pl.49.16"></a><var>49.16</var>functioning. Such conditions include, but are not limited to, the following: abuse and <br/>
<a id="pl.49.17"></a><var>49.17</var>neglect of children or vulnerable adults, addictions, developmental disorders, disabilities, <br/>
<a id="pl.49.18"></a><var>49.18</var>discrimination, illness, injuries, poverty, and trauma. Social work services include:<br/>
<a id="pl.49.19"></a><var>49.19</var>    (1) providing assessment and intervention through direct contact with clients, <br/>
<a id="pl.49.20"></a><var>49.20</var>developing a plan based on information from an assessment, and providing services which <br/>
<a id="pl.49.21"></a><var>49.21</var>include, but are not limited to, assessment, case management, client-centered advocacy, <br/>
<a id="pl.49.22"></a><var>49.22</var>client education, consultation, counseling, crisis intervention, and referral;<br/>
<a id="pl.49.23"></a><var>49.23</var>    (2) providing for the direct or indirect benefit of clients through administrative, <br/>
<a id="pl.49.24"></a><var>49.24</var>educational, policy, or research services including, but not limited to:<br/>
<a id="pl.49.25"></a><var>49.25</var>    (i) advocating for policies, programs, or services to improve the well-being of clients;<br/>
<a id="pl.49.26"></a><var>49.26</var>    (ii) conducting research related to social work services;<br/>
<a id="pl.49.27"></a><var>49.27</var>    (iii) developing and administering programs which provide social work services;<br/>
<a id="pl.49.28"></a><var>49.28</var>    (iv) engaging in community organization to address social problems through <br/>
<a id="pl.49.29"></a><var>49.29</var>planned collective action;<br/>
<a id="pl.49.30"></a><var>49.30</var>    (v) supervising individuals who provide social work services to clients;<br/>
<a id="pl.49.31"></a><var>49.31</var>    (vi) supervising social workers in order to comply with the supervised practice <br/>
<a id="pl.49.32"></a><var>49.32</var>requirements specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.100</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.125</statute_ref>; and<br/>
<a id="pl.49.33"></a><var>49.33</var>    (vii) teaching professional social work knowledge, skills, and values to students; and<br/>
<a id="pl.49.34"></a><var>49.34</var>    (3) engaging in clinical practice.<br/>
<a id="pl.49.35"></a><var>49.35</var>    Subd. 12. <b>Professional name.</b> "Professional name" means the name a licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.49.36"></a><var>49.36</var>social worker uses in making representations of the social worker's professional status <br/>
<a id="pl.50.1"></a><var>50.1</var>to the public and which has been designated to the board in writing according to section <br/>
<a id="pl.50.2"></a><var>50.2</var><statute_ref>148E.090</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.50.3"></a><var>50.3</var>    Subd. 13. <b>Professional social work knowledge, skills, and values.</b> "Professional <br/>
<a id="pl.50.4"></a><var>50.4</var>social work knowledge, skills, and values" means the knowledge, skills, and values <br/>
<a id="pl.50.5"></a><var>50.5</var>taught in programs accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, the Canadian <br/>
<a id="pl.50.6"></a><var>50.6</var>Association of Schools of Social Work, or a similar accreditation body designated by <br/>
<a id="pl.50.7"></a><var>50.7</var>the board; or a doctorate in social work from an accredited university. Professional <br/>
<a id="pl.50.8"></a><var>50.8</var>social work knowledge, skills, and values include, but are not limited to, principles of <br/>
<a id="pl.50.9"></a><var>50.9</var>person-in-environment and the values, principles, and standards described in the Code <br/>
<a id="pl.50.10"></a><var>50.10</var>of Ethics of the National Association of Social Workers.<br/>
<a id="pl.50.11"></a><var>50.11</var>    Subd. 14. <b>Sexual conduct.</b> "Sexual conduct" means any physical contact or <br/>
<a id="pl.50.12"></a><var>50.12</var>conduct that may be reasonably interpreted as sexual, or any oral, written, electronic, or <br/>
<a id="pl.50.13"></a><var>50.13</var>other communication that suggests engaging in physical contact or conduct that may be <br/>
<a id="pl.50.14"></a><var>50.14</var>reasonably interpreted as sexual.<br/>
<a id="pl.50.15"></a><var>50.15</var>    Subd. 15. <b>Social worker.</b> "Social worker" means an individual who:<br/>
<a id="pl.50.16"></a><var>50.16</var>    (1) is licensed as a social worker; or<br/>
<a id="pl.50.17"></a><var>50.17</var>    (2) has obtained a social work degree from a program accredited by the Council on <br/>
<a id="pl.50.18"></a><var>50.18</var>Social Work Education, the Canadian Association of Schools of Social Work, or a similar <br/>
<a id="pl.50.19"></a><var>50.19</var>accreditation body designated by the board and engages in the practice of social work.<br/>
<a id="pl.50.20"></a><var>50.20</var>    Subd. 16. <b>Student.</b> "Student" means an individual who is taught professional <br/>
<a id="pl.50.21"></a><var>50.21</var>social work knowledge, skills, and values in a program that has been accredited by the <br/>
<a id="pl.50.22"></a><var>50.22</var>Council on Social Work Education, the Canadian Association of Schools of Social Work, <br/>
<a id="pl.50.23"></a><var>50.23</var>or a similar accreditation body designated by the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.50.24"></a><var>50.24</var>    Subd. 17. <b>Supervisee.</b> "Supervisee" means an individual provided evaluation and <br/>
<a id="pl.50.25"></a><var>50.25</var>supervision or direction by a social worker.<br/>
<a id="pl.50.26"></a><var>50.26</var>    Subd. 18. <b>Supervision.</b> "Supervision" means a professional relationship between a <br/>
<a id="pl.50.27"></a><var>50.27</var>supervisor and a social worker in which the supervisor provides evaluation and direction <br/>
<a id="pl.50.28"></a><var>50.28</var>of the services provided by the social worker to promote competent and ethical services <br/>
<a id="pl.50.29"></a><var>50.29</var>to clients through the continuing development of the social worker's knowledge and <br/>
<a id="pl.50.30"></a><var>50.30</var>application of accepted professional social work knowledge, skills, and values.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.65.0"></a><a id="pl.50.31"></a><var>50.31</var>    Sec. 65. <b>[148E.015] SCOPE.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.50.32"></a><var>50.32</var>    This chapter applies to all applicants and licensees, all persons who use the title social <br/>
<a id="pl.50.33"></a><var>50.33</var>worker, and all persons in or out of this state who provide social work services to clients <br/>
<a id="pl.50.34"></a><var>50.34</var>who reside in this state unless there are specific applicable exemptions provided by law.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.66.0"></a><a id="pl.51.1"></a><var>51.1</var>    Sec. 66. <b>[148E.020] CHAPTER 214.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.51.2"></a><var>51.2</var>    Chapter 214 applies to the Board of Social Work unless superseded by this chapter.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.67.0"></a><a id="pl.51.3"></a><var>51.3</var>    Sec. 67. <b>[148E.025] BOARD OF SOCIAL WORK.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.51.4"></a><var>51.4</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Creation.</b> The Board of Social Work consists of 15 members <br/>
<a id="pl.51.5"></a><var>51.5</var>appointed by the governor. The members are:<br/>
<a id="pl.51.6"></a><var>51.6</var>    (1) ten social workers licensed according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref>; and<br/>
<a id="pl.51.7"></a><var>51.7</var>    (2) five public members as defined in section 
<statute_ref>214.02</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.51.8"></a><var>51.8</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Qualifications of board members.</b> (a) All social worker members must <br/>
<a id="pl.51.9"></a><var>51.9</var>have engaged in the practice of social work in Minnesota for at least one year during <br/>
<a id="pl.51.10"></a><var>51.10</var>the ten years preceding their appointments.<br/>
<a id="pl.51.11"></a><var>51.11</var>    (b) Five social worker members must be licensed social workers. The other five <br/>
<a id="pl.51.12"></a><var>51.12</var>members must be a licensed graduate social worker, a licensed independent social worker, <br/>
<a id="pl.51.13"></a><var>51.13</var>or a licensed independent clinical social worker.<br/>
<a id="pl.51.14"></a><var>51.14</var>    (c) Eight social worker members must be engaged at the time of their appointment in <br/>
<a id="pl.51.15"></a><var>51.15</var>the practice of social work in Minnesota in the following settings:<br/>
<a id="pl.51.16"></a><var>51.16</var>    (1) one member must be engaged in the practice of social work in a county agency;<br/>
<a id="pl.51.17"></a><var>51.17</var>    (2) one member must be engaged in the practice of social work in a state agency;<br/>
<a id="pl.51.18"></a><var>51.18</var>    (3) one member must be engaged in the practice of social work in an elementary, <br/>
<a id="pl.51.19"></a><var>51.19</var>middle, or secondary school;<br/>
<a id="pl.51.20"></a><var>51.20</var>    (4) one member must be employed in a hospital or nursing home licensed under <br/>
<a id="pl.51.21"></a><var>51.21</var>chapter 144 or 144A;<br/>
<a id="pl.51.22"></a><var>51.22</var>    (5) two members must be engaged in the practice of social work in a private agency;<br/>
<a id="pl.51.23"></a><var>51.23</var>    (6) one member must be engaged in the practice of social work in a clinical social <br/>
<a id="pl.51.24"></a><var>51.24</var>work setting; and<br/>
<a id="pl.51.25"></a><var>51.25</var>    (7) one member must be an educator engaged in regular teaching duties at a <br/>
<a id="pl.51.26"></a><var>51.26</var>program of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education or a similar <br/>
<a id="pl.51.27"></a><var>51.27</var>accreditation body designated by the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.51.28"></a><var>51.28</var>    (d) At the time of their appointments, at least six members must reside outside of the <br/>
<a id="pl.51.29"></a><var>51.29</var>seven-county metropolitan area.<br/>
<a id="pl.51.30"></a><var>51.30</var>    (e) At the time of their appointments, at least five members must be persons with <br/>
<a id="pl.51.31"></a><var>51.31</var>expertise in communities of color.<br/>
<a id="pl.51.32"></a><var>51.32</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Officers.</b> The board must annually elect from its membership a chair, <br/>
<a id="pl.51.33"></a><var>51.33</var>vice-chair, and secretary-treasurer.<br/>
<a id="pl.51.34"></a><var>51.34</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Bylaws.</b> The board must adopt bylaws to govern its proceedings.<br/>
<a id="pl.52.1"></a><var>52.1</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Executive director.</b> The board must appoint and employ an executive <br/>
<a id="pl.52.2"></a><var>52.2</var>director who is not a member of the board. The employment of the executive director shall <br/>
<a id="pl.52.3"></a><var>52.3</var>be subject to the terms described in section 
<statute_ref>214.04, subdivision 2a</statute_ref>.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.68.0"></a><a id="pl.52.4"></a><var>52.4</var>    Sec. 68. <b>[148E.030] DUTIES OF THE BOARD.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.52.5"></a><var>52.5</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Duties.</b> The board must perform the duties necessary to promote <br/>
<a id="pl.52.6"></a><var>52.6</var>and protect the public health, safety, and welfare through the licensure and regulation of <br/>
<a id="pl.52.7"></a><var>52.7</var>persons who practice social work in this state. These duties include, but are not limited to:<br/>
<a id="pl.52.8"></a><var>52.8</var>    (1) establishing the qualifications and procedures for individuals to be licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.52.9"></a><var>52.9</var>as social workers;<br/>
<a id="pl.52.10"></a><var>52.10</var>    (2) establishing standards of practice for social workers;<br/>
<a id="pl.52.11"></a><var>52.11</var>    (3) holding examinations or contracting with the Association of Social Work Boards <br/>
<a id="pl.52.12"></a><var>52.12</var>or a similar examination body designated by the board to hold examinations to assess <br/>
<a id="pl.52.13"></a><var>52.13</var>applicants' qualifications;<br/>
<a id="pl.52.14"></a><var>52.14</var>    (4) issuing licenses to qualified individuals according to sections 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref> and <br/>
<a id="pl.52.15"></a><var>52.15</var><statute_ref>148E.060</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.52.16"></a><var>52.16</var>    (5) taking disciplinary, adversarial, corrective, or other action according to sections <br/>
<a id="pl.52.17"></a><var>52.17</var><statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref> when an individual violates the requirements of this chapter;<br/>
<a id="pl.52.18"></a><var>52.18</var>    (6) assessing fees according to sections 
<statute_ref>148E.175</statute_ref> and 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>; and<br/>
<a id="pl.52.19"></a><var>52.19</var>    (7) educating social workers and the public on the requirements of the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.52.20"></a><var>52.20</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Rules.</b> The board may adopt and enforce rules to carry out the duties <br/>
<a id="pl.52.21"></a><var>52.21</var>specified in subdivision 1.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.69.0"></a><a id="pl.52.22"></a><var>52.22</var>    Sec. 69. <b>[148E.035] VARIANCES.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.52.23"></a><var>52.23</var>    If the effect of a requirement according to this chapter is unreasonable, impossible to <br/>
<a id="pl.52.24"></a><var>52.24</var>execute, absurd, or would impose an extreme hardship on a licensee, the board may grant <br/>
<a id="pl.52.25"></a><var>52.25</var>a variance if the variance is consistent with promoting and protecting the public health, <br/>
<a id="pl.52.26"></a><var>52.26</var>safety, and welfare. A variance must not be granted for core licensing standards such as <br/>
<a id="pl.52.27"></a><var>52.27</var>substantive educational and examination requirements.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.70.0"></a><a id="pl.52.28"></a><var>52.28</var>    Sec. 70. <b>[148E.040] IMMUNITY.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.52.29"></a><var>52.29</var>    Board members, board employees, and persons engaged on behalf of the board are <br/>
<a id="pl.52.30"></a><var>52.30</var>immune from civil liability for any actions, transactions, or publications in the lawful <br/>
<a id="pl.52.31"></a><var>52.31</var>execution of or relating to their duties under this chapter.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.71.0"></a><a id="pl.52.32"></a><var>52.32</var>    Sec. 71. <b>[148E.045] CONTESTED CASE HEARING.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.53.1"></a><var>53.1</var>    An applicant or a licensee who is the subject of a disciplinary or adversarial action <br/>
<a id="pl.53.2"></a><var>53.2</var>by the board according to this chapter may request a contested case hearing under sections <br/>
<a id="pl.53.3"></a><var>53.3</var><statute_ref>14.57</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>14.62</statute_ref>. An applicant or a licensee who desires to request a contested case hearing <br/>
<a id="pl.53.4"></a><var>53.4</var>must submit a written request to the board within 90 days after the date on which the board <br/>
<a id="pl.53.5"></a><var>53.5</var>mailed the notification of the adverse action, except as otherwise provided in this chapter.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.72.0"></a><a id="pl.53.6"></a><var>53.6</var>    Sec. 72. <b>[148E.050] LICENSING; SCOPE OF PRACTICE.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.53.7"></a><var>53.7</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Requirements.</b> The practice of social work must comply with the <br/>
<a id="pl.53.8"></a><var>53.8</var>requirements of subdivision 2, 3, 4, or 5.<br/>
<a id="pl.53.9"></a><var>53.9</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Licensed social worker.</b> A licensed social worker may engage in social <br/>
<a id="pl.53.10"></a><var>53.10</var>work practice except that a licensed social worker must not engage in clinical practice.<br/>
<a id="pl.53.11"></a><var>53.11</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Licensed graduate social worker.</b> A licensed graduate social worker may <br/>
<a id="pl.53.12"></a><var>53.12</var>engage in social work practice except that a licensed graduate social worker must not <br/>
<a id="pl.53.13"></a><var>53.13</var>engage in clinical practice except under the supervision of a licensed independent clinical <br/>
<a id="pl.53.14"></a><var>53.14</var>social worker or an alternate supervisor according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.120</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.53.15"></a><var>53.15</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Licensed independent social worker.</b> A licensed independent social <br/>
<a id="pl.53.16"></a><var>53.16</var>worker may engage in social work practice except that a licensed independent social <br/>
<a id="pl.53.17"></a><var>53.17</var>worker must not engage in clinical practice except under the supervision of a licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.53.18"></a><var>53.18</var>independent clinical social worker or an alternate supervisor according to section <br/>
<a id="pl.53.19"></a><var>53.19</var><statute_ref>148E.120</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.53.20"></a><var>53.20</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Licensed independent clinical social worker.</b> A licensed independent <br/>
<a id="pl.53.21"></a><var>53.21</var>clinical social worker may engage in social work practice, including clinical practice.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.73.0"></a><a id="pl.53.22"></a><var>53.22</var>    Sec. 73. <b>[148E.055] LICENSE REQUIREMENTS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.53.23"></a><var>53.23</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>License required.</b> (a) In order to practice social work, an individual <br/>
<a id="pl.53.24"></a><var>53.24</var>must have a social work license under this section or section 
<statute_ref>148E.060</statute_ref>, except when the <br/>
<a id="pl.53.25"></a><var>53.25</var>individual is exempt from licensure according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.065</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.53.26"></a><var>53.26</var>    (b) Individuals who teach professional social work knowledge, skills, and values to <br/>
<a id="pl.53.27"></a><var>53.27</var>students and who have a social work degree from a program accredited by the Council <br/>
<a id="pl.53.28"></a><var>53.28</var>on Social Work Education, the Canadian Association of Schools of Social Work, or a <br/>
<a id="pl.53.29"></a><var>53.29</var>similar accreditation body designated by the board must have a social work license under <br/>
<a id="pl.53.30"></a><var>53.30</var>this section or section 
<statute_ref>148E.060</statute_ref>, except when the individual is exempt from licensure <br/>
<a id="pl.53.31"></a><var>53.31</var>according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.065</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.53.32"></a><var>53.32</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Qualifications for licensure by examination as a licensed social worker.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.53.33"></a><var>53.33</var>    (a) To be licensed as a licensed social worker, an applicant for licensure by examination <br/>
<a id="pl.53.34"></a><var>53.34</var>must provide evidence satisfactory to the board that the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.54.1"></a><var>54.1</var>    (1) has received a baccalaureate degree in social work from a program accredited by <br/>
<a id="pl.54.2"></a><var>54.2</var>the Council on Social Work Education, the Canadian Association of Schools of Social <br/>
<a id="pl.54.3"></a><var>54.3</var>Work, or a similar accreditation body designated by the board, or a doctorate in social <br/>
<a id="pl.54.4"></a><var>54.4</var>work from an accredited university;<br/>
<a id="pl.54.5"></a><var>54.5</var>    (2) has passed the bachelors or equivalent examination administered by the <br/>
<a id="pl.54.6"></a><var>54.6</var>Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board. <br/>
<a id="pl.54.7"></a><var>54.7</var>Unless an applicant applies for licensure by endorsement according to subdivision 7, an <br/>
<a id="pl.54.8"></a><var>54.8</var>examination is not valid if it was taken and passed eight or more years prior to submitting <br/>
<a id="pl.54.9"></a><var>54.9</var>a completed, signed application form provided by the board. The examination may be <br/>
<a id="pl.54.10"></a><var>54.10</var>taken prior to completing degree requirements;<br/>
<a id="pl.54.11"></a><var>54.11</var>    (3) has submitted a completed, signed application form provided by the board, <br/>
<a id="pl.54.12"></a><var>54.12</var>including the applicable application fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>. For applications <br/>
<a id="pl.54.13"></a><var>54.13</var>submitted electronically, a "signed application" means providing an attestation as specified <br/>
<a id="pl.54.14"></a><var>54.14</var>by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.54.15"></a><var>54.15</var>    (4) has submitted the criminal background check fee and a form provided by the <br/>
<a id="pl.54.16"></a><var>54.16</var>board authorizing a criminal background check according to subdivision 8;<br/>
<a id="pl.54.17"></a><var>54.17</var>    (5) has paid the applicable license fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>; and<br/>
<a id="pl.54.18"></a><var>54.18</var>    (6) has not engaged in conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards <br/>
<a id="pl.54.19"></a><var>54.19</var>of practice specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.195</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.240</statute_ref>. If the applicant has engaged in <br/>
<a id="pl.54.20"></a><var>54.20</var>conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards of practice, the board may take <br/>
<a id="pl.54.21"></a><var>54.21</var>action according to sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.54.22"></a><var>54.22</var>    (b) An application that is not completed and signed, or that is not accompanied by the <br/>
<a id="pl.54.23"></a><var>54.23</var>correct fee, must be returned to the applicant, along with any fee submitted, and is void.<br/>
<a id="pl.54.24"></a><var>54.24</var>    (c) A licensee granted a license by the board according to paragraph (a) must meet <br/>
<a id="pl.54.25"></a><var>54.25</var>the supervised practice requirements specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.100</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.125</statute_ref>. If a <br/>
<a id="pl.54.26"></a><var>54.26</var>licensee does not meet the supervised practice requirements, the board may take action <br/>
<a id="pl.54.27"></a><var>54.27</var>according to sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.54.28"></a><var>54.28</var>    (d) By submitting an application for licensure, an applicant authorizes the board to <br/>
<a id="pl.54.29"></a><var>54.29</var>investigate any information provided or requested in the application. The board may <br/>
<a id="pl.54.30"></a><var>54.30</var>request that the applicant provide additional information, verification, or documentation.<br/>
<a id="pl.54.31"></a><var>54.31</var>    (e) Within one year of the time the board receives an application for licensure, the <br/>
<a id="pl.54.32"></a><var>54.32</var>applicant must meet all the requirements specified in paragraph (a) and must provide all of <br/>
<a id="pl.54.33"></a><var>54.33</var>the information requested by the board according to paragraph (d). If within one year the <br/>
<a id="pl.54.34"></a><var>54.34</var>applicant does not meet all the requirements, or does not provide all of the information <br/>
<a id="pl.54.35"></a><var>54.35</var>requested, the applicant is considered ineligible and the application for licensure must <br/>
<a id="pl.54.36"></a><var>54.36</var>be closed.<br/>
<a id="pl.55.1"></a><var>55.1</var>    (f) Except as provided in paragraph (g), an applicant may not take more than three <br/>
<a id="pl.55.2"></a><var>55.2</var>times the bachelors or equivalent examination administered by the Association of Social <br/>
<a id="pl.55.3"></a><var>55.3</var>Work Boards, or a similar examination body designated by the board. An applicant must <br/>
<a id="pl.55.4"></a><var>55.4</var>receive a passing score on the bachelors or equivalent examination administered by the <br/>
<a id="pl.55.5"></a><var>55.5</var>Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board <br/>
<a id="pl.55.6"></a><var>55.6</var>in no more than 18 months after the date the applicant first failed the examination.<br/>
<a id="pl.55.7"></a><var>55.7</var>    (g) Notwithstanding paragraph (f), the board may allow an applicant to take, for a <br/>
<a id="pl.55.8"></a><var>55.8</var>fourth or subsequent time, the bachelors or equivalent examination administered by the <br/>
<a id="pl.55.9"></a><var>55.9</var>Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the <br/>
<a id="pl.55.10"></a><var>55.10</var>board if the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.55.11"></a><var>55.11</var>    (1) meets all requirements specified in paragraphs (a) to (e) other than passing the <br/>
<a id="pl.55.12"></a><var>55.12</var>bachelors or equivalent examination administered by the Association of Social Work <br/>
<a id="pl.55.13"></a><var>55.13</var>Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.55.14"></a><var>55.14</var>    (2) provides to the board a description of the efforts the applicant has made to <br/>
<a id="pl.55.15"></a><var>55.15</var>improve the applicant's score and demonstrates to the board's satisfaction that the efforts <br/>
<a id="pl.55.16"></a><var>55.16</var>are likely to improve the score; and<br/>
<a id="pl.55.17"></a><var>55.17</var>    (3) provides to the board letters of recommendation from two licensed social <br/>
<a id="pl.55.18"></a><var>55.18</var>workers attesting to the applicant's ability to practice social work competently and <br/>
<a id="pl.55.19"></a><var>55.19</var>ethically according to professional social work knowledge, skills, and values.<br/>
<a id="pl.55.20"></a><var>55.20</var>    (h) An individual must not practice social work until the individual passes the <br/>
<a id="pl.55.21"></a><var>55.21</var>examination and receives a social work license under this section or section 
<statute_ref>148E.060</statute_ref>. If <br/>
<a id="pl.55.22"></a><var>55.22</var>the board has reason to believe that an applicant may be practicing social work without a <br/>
<a id="pl.55.23"></a><var>55.23</var>license, and the applicant has failed the bachelors or equivalent examination administered <br/>
<a id="pl.55.24"></a><var>55.24</var>by the Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by <br/>
<a id="pl.55.25"></a><var>55.25</var>the board, the board may notify the applicant's employer that the applicant is not licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.55.26"></a><var>55.26</var>as a social worker.<br/>
<a id="pl.55.27"></a><var>55.27</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Qualifications for licensure by examination as licensed graduate social </b><br/>
<a id="pl.55.28"></a><var>55.28</var><b>worker.</b> (a) To be licensed as a licensed graduate social worker, an applicant for licensure <br/>
<a id="pl.55.29"></a><var>55.29</var>by examination must provide evidence satisfactory to the board that the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.55.30"></a><var>55.30</var>    (1) has received a graduate degree in social work from a program accredited by <br/>
<a id="pl.55.31"></a><var>55.31</var>the Council on Social Work Education, the Canadian Association of Schools of Social <br/>
<a id="pl.55.32"></a><var>55.32</var>Work, or a similar accreditation body designated by the board, or a doctorate in social <br/>
<a id="pl.55.33"></a><var>55.33</var>work from an accredited university;<br/>
<a id="pl.55.34"></a><var>55.34</var>    (2) has passed the masters or equivalent examination administered by the Association <br/>
<a id="pl.55.35"></a><var>55.35</var>of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board. Unless an <br/>
<a id="pl.55.36"></a><var>55.36</var>applicant applies for licensure by endorsement according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.055, subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.56.1"></a><var>56.1</var>7
</statute_ref>, an examination is not valid if it was taken and passed eight or more years prior to <br/>
<a id="pl.56.2"></a><var>56.2</var>submitting a completed, signed application form provided by the board. The examination <br/>
<a id="pl.56.3"></a><var>56.3</var>may be taken prior to completing degree requirements;<br/>
<a id="pl.56.4"></a><var>56.4</var>    (3) has submitted a completed, signed application form provided by the board, <br/>
<a id="pl.56.5"></a><var>56.5</var>including the applicable application fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>. For applications <br/>
<a id="pl.56.6"></a><var>56.6</var>submitted electronically, a "signed application" means providing an attestation as specified <br/>
<a id="pl.56.7"></a><var>56.7</var>by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.56.8"></a><var>56.8</var>    (4) has submitted the criminal background check fee and a form provided by the <br/>
<a id="pl.56.9"></a><var>56.9</var>board authorizing a criminal background check according to subdivision 8;<br/>
<a id="pl.56.10"></a><var>56.10</var>    (5) has paid the applicable license fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>; and<br/>
<a id="pl.56.11"></a><var>56.11</var>    (6) has not engaged in conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards <br/>
<a id="pl.56.12"></a><var>56.12</var>of practice specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.195</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.240</statute_ref>. If the applicant has engaged in <br/>
<a id="pl.56.13"></a><var>56.13</var>conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards of practice, the board may take <br/>
<a id="pl.56.14"></a><var>56.14</var>action according to sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.56.15"></a><var>56.15</var>    (b) An application which is not completed and signed, or which is not accompanied <br/>
<a id="pl.56.16"></a><var>56.16</var>by the correct fee, must be returned to the applicant, along with any fee submitted, and is <br/>
<a id="pl.56.17"></a><var>56.17</var>void.<br/>
<a id="pl.56.18"></a><var>56.18</var>    (c) A licensee granted a license by the board according to paragraph (a) must meet <br/>
<a id="pl.56.19"></a><var>56.19</var>the supervised practice requirements specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.100</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.125</statute_ref>. If a <br/>
<a id="pl.56.20"></a><var>56.20</var>licensee does not meet the supervised practice requirements, the board may take action <br/>
<a id="pl.56.21"></a><var>56.21</var>according to sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.56.22"></a><var>56.22</var>    (d) By submitting an application for licensure, an applicant authorizes the board to <br/>
<a id="pl.56.23"></a><var>56.23</var>investigate any information provided or requested in the application. The board may <br/>
<a id="pl.56.24"></a><var>56.24</var>request that the applicant provide additional information, verification, or documentation.<br/>
<a id="pl.56.25"></a><var>56.25</var>    (e) Within one year of the time the board receives an application for licensure, the <br/>
<a id="pl.56.26"></a><var>56.26</var>applicant must meet all the requirements specified in paragraph (a) and must provide all of <br/>
<a id="pl.56.27"></a><var>56.27</var>the information requested by the board according to paragraph (d). If within one year the <br/>
<a id="pl.56.28"></a><var>56.28</var>applicant does not meet all the requirements, or does not provide all of the information <br/>
<a id="pl.56.29"></a><var>56.29</var>requested, the applicant is considered ineligible and the application for licensure must <br/>
<a id="pl.56.30"></a><var>56.30</var>be closed.<br/>
<a id="pl.56.31"></a><var>56.31</var>    (f) Except as provided in paragraph (g), an applicant may not take more than three <br/>
<a id="pl.56.32"></a><var>56.32</var>times the masters or equivalent examination administered by the Association of Social <br/>
<a id="pl.56.33"></a><var>56.33</var>Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board. An applicant must <br/>
<a id="pl.56.34"></a><var>56.34</var>receive a passing score on the masters or equivalent examination administered by the <br/>
<a id="pl.56.35"></a><var>56.35</var>Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board <br/>
<a id="pl.56.36"></a><var>56.36</var>in no more than 18 months after the date the applicant first failed the examination.<br/>
<a id="pl.57.1"></a><var>57.1</var>    (g) Notwithstanding paragraph (f), the board may allow an applicant to take, for a <br/>
<a id="pl.57.2"></a><var>57.2</var>fourth or subsequent time, the masters or equivalent examination administered by the <br/>
<a id="pl.57.3"></a><var>57.3</var>Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the <br/>
<a id="pl.57.4"></a><var>57.4</var>board if the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.57.5"></a><var>57.5</var>    (1) meets all requirements specified in paragraphs (a) to (e) other than passing the <br/>
<a id="pl.57.6"></a><var>57.6</var>masters or equivalent examination administered by the Association of Social Work Boards <br/>
<a id="pl.57.7"></a><var>57.7</var>or a similar examination body designated by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.57.8"></a><var>57.8</var>    (2) provides to the board a description of the efforts the applicant has made to <br/>
<a id="pl.57.9"></a><var>57.9</var>improve the applicant's score and demonstrates to the board's satisfaction that the efforts <br/>
<a id="pl.57.10"></a><var>57.10</var>are likely to improve the score; and<br/>
<a id="pl.57.11"></a><var>57.11</var>    (3) provides to the board letters of recommendation from two licensed social <br/>
<a id="pl.57.12"></a><var>57.12</var>workers attesting to the applicant's ability to practice social work competently and <br/>
<a id="pl.57.13"></a><var>57.13</var>ethically according to professional social work knowledge, skills, and values.<br/>
<a id="pl.57.14"></a><var>57.14</var>    (h) An individual must not practice social work until the individual passes the <br/>
<a id="pl.57.15"></a><var>57.15</var>examination and receives a social work license under this section or section 
<statute_ref>148E.060</statute_ref>. If <br/>
<a id="pl.57.16"></a><var>57.16</var>the board has reason to believe that an applicant may be practicing social work without a <br/>
<a id="pl.57.17"></a><var>57.17</var>license, and the applicant has failed the masters or equivalent examination administered <br/>
<a id="pl.57.18"></a><var>57.18</var>by the Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by <br/>
<a id="pl.57.19"></a><var>57.19</var>the board, the board may notify the applicant's employer that the applicant is not licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.57.20"></a><var>57.20</var>as a social worker.<br/>
<a id="pl.57.21"></a><var>57.21</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Licensure by examination; licensed independent social worker.</b> (a) <br/>
<a id="pl.57.22"></a><var>57.22</var>To be licensed as a licensed independent social worker, an applicant for licensure by <br/>
<a id="pl.57.23"></a><var>57.23</var>examination must provide evidence satisfactory to the board that the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.57.24"></a><var>57.24</var>    (1) has received a graduate degree in social work from a program accredited by <br/>
<a id="pl.57.25"></a><var>57.25</var>the Council on Social Work Education, the Canadian Association of Schools of Social <br/>
<a id="pl.57.26"></a><var>57.26</var>Work, or a similar accreditation body designated by the board, or a doctorate in social <br/>
<a id="pl.57.27"></a><var>57.27</var>work from an accredited university;<br/>
<a id="pl.57.28"></a><var>57.28</var>    (2) has practiced social work as defined in section 
<statute_ref>148E.010</statute_ref>, and has met the <br/>
<a id="pl.57.29"></a><var>57.29</var>supervised practice requirements specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.100</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.125</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.57.30"></a><var>57.30</var>    (3) has passed the advanced generalist or equivalent examination administered by <br/>
<a id="pl.57.31"></a><var>57.31</var>the Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the <br/>
<a id="pl.57.32"></a><var>57.32</var>board. Unless an applicant applies for licensure by endorsement according to subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.57.33"></a><var>57.33</var>7, an examination is not valid if it was taken and passed eight or more years prior to <br/>
<a id="pl.57.34"></a><var>57.34</var>submitting a completed, signed application form provided by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.57.35"></a><var>57.35</var>    (4) has submitted a completed, signed application form provided by the board, <br/>
<a id="pl.57.36"></a><var>57.36</var>including the applicable application fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>. For applications <br/>
<a id="pl.58.1"></a><var>58.1</var>submitted electronically, a "signed application" means providing an attestation as specified <br/>
<a id="pl.58.2"></a><var>58.2</var>by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.58.3"></a><var>58.3</var>    (5) has submitted the criminal background check fee and a form provided by the <br/>
<a id="pl.58.4"></a><var>58.4</var>board authorizing a criminal background check according to subdivision 8;<br/>
<a id="pl.58.5"></a><var>58.5</var>    (6) has paid the applicable license fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>; and<br/>
<a id="pl.58.6"></a><var>58.6</var>    (7) has not engaged in conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards <br/>
<a id="pl.58.7"></a><var>58.7</var>of practice specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.195</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.240</statute_ref>. If the applicant has engaged in <br/>
<a id="pl.58.8"></a><var>58.8</var>conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards of practice, the board may take <br/>
<a id="pl.58.9"></a><var>58.9</var>action according to sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.58.10"></a><var>58.10</var>    (b) An application which is not completed and signed, or which is not accompanied <br/>
<a id="pl.58.11"></a><var>58.11</var>by the correct fee, must be returned to the applicant, along with any fee submitted, and is <br/>
<a id="pl.58.12"></a><var>58.12</var>void.<br/>
<a id="pl.58.13"></a><var>58.13</var>    (c) A licensed independent social worker who practices clinical social work must <br/>
<a id="pl.58.14"></a><var>58.14</var>meet the supervised practice requirements specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.100</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.125</statute_ref>. If <br/>
<a id="pl.58.15"></a><var>58.15</var>a licensee does not meet the supervised practice requirements, the board may take action <br/>
<a id="pl.58.16"></a><var>58.16</var>according to sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.58.17"></a><var>58.17</var>    (d) By submitting an application for licensure, an applicant authorizes the board to <br/>
<a id="pl.58.18"></a><var>58.18</var>investigate any information provided or requested in the application. The board may <br/>
<a id="pl.58.19"></a><var>58.19</var>request that the applicant provide additional information, verification, or documentation.<br/>
<a id="pl.58.20"></a><var>58.20</var>    (e) Within one year of the time the board receives an application for licensure, the <br/>
<a id="pl.58.21"></a><var>58.21</var>applicant must meet all the requirements specified in paragraph (a) and must provide all of <br/>
<a id="pl.58.22"></a><var>58.22</var>the information requested by the board according to paragraph (d). If within one year the <br/>
<a id="pl.58.23"></a><var>58.23</var>applicant does not meet all the requirements, or does not provide all of the information <br/>
<a id="pl.58.24"></a><var>58.24</var>requested, the applicant is considered ineligible and the application for licensure must <br/>
<a id="pl.58.25"></a><var>58.25</var>be closed.<br/>
<a id="pl.58.26"></a><var>58.26</var>    (f) Except as provided in paragraph (g), an applicant may not take more than <br/>
<a id="pl.58.27"></a><var>58.27</var>three times the advanced generalist or equivalent examination administered by the <br/>
<a id="pl.58.28"></a><var>58.28</var>Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the <br/>
<a id="pl.58.29"></a><var>58.29</var>board. An applicant must receive a passing score on the masters or equivalent examination <br/>
<a id="pl.58.30"></a><var>58.30</var>administered by the Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body <br/>
<a id="pl.58.31"></a><var>58.31</var>designated by the board in no more than 18 months after the first time the applicant failed <br/>
<a id="pl.58.32"></a><var>58.32</var>the examination.<br/>
<a id="pl.58.33"></a><var>58.33</var>    (g) Notwithstanding paragraph (f), the board may allow an applicant to take, for a <br/>
<a id="pl.58.34"></a><var>58.34</var>fourth or subsequent time, the advanced generalist or equivalent examination administered <br/>
<a id="pl.58.35"></a><var>58.35</var>by the Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by <br/>
<a id="pl.58.36"></a><var>58.36</var>the board if the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.59.1"></a><var>59.1</var>    (1) meets all requirements specified in paragraphs (a) to (e) other than passing the <br/>
<a id="pl.59.2"></a><var>59.2</var>advanced generalist or equivalent examination administered by the Association of Social <br/>
<a id="pl.59.3"></a><var>59.3</var>Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.59.4"></a><var>59.4</var>    (2) provides to the board a description of the efforts the applicant has made to <br/>
<a id="pl.59.5"></a><var>59.5</var>improve the applicant's score and demonstrates to the board's satisfaction that the efforts <br/>
<a id="pl.59.6"></a><var>59.6</var>are likely to improve the score; and<br/>
<a id="pl.59.7"></a><var>59.7</var>    (3) provides to the board letters of recommendation from two licensed social <br/>
<a id="pl.59.8"></a><var>59.8</var>workers attesting to the applicant's ability to practice social work competently and <br/>
<a id="pl.59.9"></a><var>59.9</var>ethically according to professional social work knowledge, skills, and values.<br/>
<a id="pl.59.10"></a><var>59.10</var>    (h) An individual must not practice social work until the individual passes the <br/>
<a id="pl.59.11"></a><var>59.11</var>examination and receives a social work license under this section or section 
<statute_ref>148E.060</statute_ref>. If <br/>
<a id="pl.59.12"></a><var>59.12</var>the board has reason to believe that an applicant may be practicing social work without a <br/>
<a id="pl.59.13"></a><var>59.13</var>license, except as provided in section 
<statute_ref>148E.065</statute_ref>, and the applicant has failed the advanced <br/>
<a id="pl.59.14"></a><var>59.14</var>generalist or equivalent examination administered by the Association of Social Work <br/>
<a id="pl.59.15"></a><var>59.15</var>Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board, the board may notify the <br/>
<a id="pl.59.16"></a><var>59.16</var>applicant's employer that the applicant is not licensed as a social worker.<br/>
<a id="pl.59.17"></a><var>59.17</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Licensure by examination; licensed independent clinical social worker.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.59.18"></a><var>59.18</var>    (a) To be licensed as a licensed independent clinical social worker, an applicant for <br/>
<a id="pl.59.19"></a><var>59.19</var>licensure by examination must provide evidence satisfactory to the board that the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.59.20"></a><var>59.20</var>    (1) has received a graduate degree in social work from a program accredited by <br/>
<a id="pl.59.21"></a><var>59.21</var>the Council on Social Work Education, the Canadian Association of Schools of Social <br/>
<a id="pl.59.22"></a><var>59.22</var>Work, or a similar accreditation body designated by the board, or a doctorate in social <br/>
<a id="pl.59.23"></a><var>59.23</var>work from an accredited university;<br/>
<a id="pl.59.24"></a><var>59.24</var>    (2) has completed 360 clock hours (one semester credit hour = 15 clock hours)  in <br/>
<a id="pl.59.25"></a><var>59.25</var>the following clinical knowledge areas:<br/>
<a id="pl.59.26"></a><var>59.26</var>    (i) 108 clock hours (30 percent) in differential diagnosis and biopsychosocial <br/>
<a id="pl.59.27"></a><var>59.27</var>assessment including normative development and psychopathology across the life span;<br/>
<a id="pl.59.28"></a><var>59.28</var>    (ii) 36 clock hours (ten percent) in assessment-based clinical treatment planning with <br/>
<a id="pl.59.29"></a><var>59.29</var>measurable goals;<br/>
<a id="pl.59.30"></a><var>59.30</var>    (iii) 108 clock hours (30 percent) in clinical intervention methods informed by <br/>
<a id="pl.59.31"></a><var>59.31</var>research and current standards of practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.59.32"></a><var>59.32</var>    (iv) 18 clock hours (five percent) in evaluation methodologies;  <br/>
<a id="pl.59.33"></a><var>59.33</var>    (v) 72 clock hours (20 percent) in social work values and ethics, including cultural <br/>
<a id="pl.59.34"></a><var>59.34</var>context, diversity, and social policy; and<br/>
<a id="pl.59.35"></a><var>59.35</var>    (vi) 18 clock hours (five percent) in culturally specific clinical assessment and <br/>
<a id="pl.59.36"></a><var>59.36</var>intervention;<br/>
<a id="pl.60.1"></a><var>60.1</var>    (3) has practiced clinical social work as defined in section 
<statute_ref>148E.010</statute_ref>, including both <br/>
<a id="pl.60.2"></a><var>60.2</var>diagnosis and treatment, and has met the supervised practice requirements specified in <br/>
<a id="pl.60.3"></a><var>60.3</var>sections 
<statute_ref>148E.100</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.125</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.60.4"></a><var>60.4</var>    (4) has passed the clinical or equivalent examination administered by the Association <br/>
<a id="pl.60.5"></a><var>60.5</var>of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board. Unless an <br/>
<a id="pl.60.6"></a><var>60.6</var>applicant applies for licensure by endorsement according to subdivision 7, an examination <br/>
<a id="pl.60.7"></a><var>60.7</var>is not valid if it was taken and passed eight or more years prior to submitting a completed, <br/>
<a id="pl.60.8"></a><var>60.8</var>signed application form provided by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.60.9"></a><var>60.9</var>    (5) has submitted a completed, signed application form provided by the board, <br/>
<a id="pl.60.10"></a><var>60.10</var>including the applicable application fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>. For applications <br/>
<a id="pl.60.11"></a><var>60.11</var>submitted electronically, a "signed application" means providing an attestation as specified <br/>
<a id="pl.60.12"></a><var>60.12</var>by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.60.13"></a><var>60.13</var>    (6) has submitted the criminal background check fee and a form provided by the <br/>
<a id="pl.60.14"></a><var>60.14</var>board authorizing a criminal background check according to subdivision 8;<br/>
<a id="pl.60.15"></a><var>60.15</var>    (7) has paid the license fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>; and<br/>
<a id="pl.60.16"></a><var>60.16</var>    (8) has not engaged in conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards <br/>
<a id="pl.60.17"></a><var>60.17</var>of practice specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.195</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.240</statute_ref>. If the applicant has engaged in <br/>
<a id="pl.60.18"></a><var>60.18</var>conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards of practice, the board may take <br/>
<a id="pl.60.19"></a><var>60.19</var>action according to sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.60.20"></a><var>60.20</var>    (b) The requirement in paragraph (a), clause (2), may be satisfied through: (1) <br/>
<a id="pl.60.21"></a><var>60.21</var>a graduate degree program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, the <br/>
<a id="pl.60.22"></a><var>60.22</var>Canadian Association of Schools of Social Work, or a similar accreditation body <br/>
<a id="pl.60.23"></a><var>60.23</var>designated by the board; or a doctorate in social work from an accredited university; (2) <br/>
<a id="pl.60.24"></a><var>60.24</var>postgraduate coursework; or (3) up to 90 continuing education hours. The continuing <br/>
<a id="pl.60.25"></a><var>60.25</var>education must have a course description available for public review and must include <br/>
<a id="pl.60.26"></a><var>60.26</var>a posttest. Compliance with this requirement must be documented on a form provided <br/>
<a id="pl.60.27"></a><var>60.27</var>by the board. The board may conduct audits of the information submitted in order to <br/>
<a id="pl.60.28"></a><var>60.28</var>determine compliance with the requirements of this section.<br/>
<a id="pl.60.29"></a><var>60.29</var>    (c) An application which is not completed and signed, or which is not accompanied <br/>
<a id="pl.60.30"></a><var>60.30</var>by the correct fee, must be returned to the applicant, along with any fee submitted, and is <br/>
<a id="pl.60.31"></a><var>60.31</var>void.<br/>
<a id="pl.60.32"></a><var>60.32</var>    (d) By submitting an application for licensure, an applicant authorizes the board to <br/>
<a id="pl.60.33"></a><var>60.33</var>investigate any information provided or requested in the application. The board may <br/>
<a id="pl.60.34"></a><var>60.34</var>request that the applicant provide additional information, verification, or documentation.<br/>
<a id="pl.60.35"></a><var>60.35</var>    (e) Within one year of the time the board receives an application for licensure, the <br/>
<a id="pl.60.36"></a><var>60.36</var>applicant must meet all the requirements specified in paragraph (a) and must provide all of <br/>
<a id="pl.61.1"></a><var>61.1</var>the information requested by the board according to paragraph (d). If within one year the <br/>
<a id="pl.61.2"></a><var>61.2</var>applicant does not meet all the requirements, or does not provide all of the information <br/>
<a id="pl.61.3"></a><var>61.3</var>requested, the applicant is considered ineligible and the application for licensure must <br/>
<a id="pl.61.4"></a><var>61.4</var>be closed.<br/>
<a id="pl.61.5"></a><var>61.5</var>    (f) Except as provided in paragraph (g), an applicant may not take more than three <br/>
<a id="pl.61.6"></a><var>61.6</var>times the clinical or equivalent examination administered by the Association of Social <br/>
<a id="pl.61.7"></a><var>61.7</var>Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board. An applicant must <br/>
<a id="pl.61.8"></a><var>61.8</var>receive a passing score on the clinical or equivalent examination administered by the <br/>
<a id="pl.61.9"></a><var>61.9</var>Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board <br/>
<a id="pl.61.10"></a><var>61.10</var>no later than 18 months after the first time the applicant failed the examination.<br/>
<a id="pl.61.11"></a><var>61.11</var>    (g) Notwithstanding paragraph (f), the board may allow an applicant to take, for a <br/>
<a id="pl.61.12"></a><var>61.12</var>fourth or subsequent time, the clinical or equivalent examination administered by the <br/>
<a id="pl.61.13"></a><var>61.13</var>Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the <br/>
<a id="pl.61.14"></a><var>61.14</var>board if the applicant:<br/>
<a id="pl.61.15"></a><var>61.15</var>    (1) meets all requirements specified in paragraphs (a) to (e) other than passing the <br/>
<a id="pl.61.16"></a><var>61.16</var>clinical or equivalent examination administered by the Association of Social Work Boards <br/>
<a id="pl.61.17"></a><var>61.17</var>or a similar examination body designated by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.61.18"></a><var>61.18</var>    (2) provides to the board a description of the efforts the applicant has made to <br/>
<a id="pl.61.19"></a><var>61.19</var>improve the applicant's score and demonstrates to the board's satisfaction that the efforts <br/>
<a id="pl.61.20"></a><var>61.20</var>are likely to improve the score; and<br/>
<a id="pl.61.21"></a><var>61.21</var>    (3) provides to the board letters of recommendation from two licensed social <br/>
<a id="pl.61.22"></a><var>61.22</var>workers attesting to the applicant's ability to practice social work competently and <br/>
<a id="pl.61.23"></a><var>61.23</var>ethically according to professional social work knowledge, skills, and values.<br/>
<a id="pl.61.24"></a><var>61.24</var>    (h) An individual must not practice social work until the individual passes the <br/>
<a id="pl.61.25"></a><var>61.25</var>examination and receives a social work license under this section or section 
<statute_ref>148E.060</statute_ref>. If <br/>
<a id="pl.61.26"></a><var>61.26</var>the board has reason to believe that an applicant may be practicing social work without a <br/>
<a id="pl.61.27"></a><var>61.27</var>license, and the applicant has failed the clinical or equivalent examination administered <br/>
<a id="pl.61.28"></a><var>61.28</var>by the Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by <br/>
<a id="pl.61.29"></a><var>61.29</var>the board, the board may notify the applicant's employer that the applicant is not licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.61.30"></a><var>61.30</var>as a social worker.<br/>
<a id="pl.61.31"></a><var>61.31</var>    Subd. 6. <b>Degrees from outside United States or Canada.</b> If an applicant receives <br/>
<a id="pl.61.32"></a><var>61.32</var>a degree from a program outside the United States or Canada that is not accredited by <br/>
<a id="pl.61.33"></a><var>61.33</var>the Council on Social Work Education, the Canadian Association of Schools of Social <br/>
<a id="pl.61.34"></a><var>61.34</var>Work, or a similar examination body designated by the board, the degree does not fulfill <br/>
<a id="pl.61.35"></a><var>61.35</var>the requirements specified in subdivision 2, paragraph (a), clause (1); 3, paragraph (a), <br/>
<a id="pl.61.36"></a><var>61.36</var>clause (1); 4, paragraph (a), clause (1); or 5, paragraph (a), clause (1), unless the Council <br/>
<a id="pl.62.1"></a><var>62.1</var>on Social Work Education or a similar accreditation body designated by the board has <br/>
<a id="pl.62.2"></a><var>62.2</var>determined through the council's international equivalency determination service that the <br/>
<a id="pl.62.3"></a><var>62.3</var>degree earned is equivalent to the degree required.<br/>
<a id="pl.62.4"></a><var>62.4</var>    Subd. 7. <b>Licensure by endorsement.</b> (a) An applicant for licensure by endorsement <br/>
<a id="pl.62.5"></a><var>62.5</var>must hold a current license or credential to practice social work in another jurisdiction.<br/>
<a id="pl.62.6"></a><var>62.6</var>    (b) An applicant for licensure by endorsement who meets the qualifications of <br/>
<a id="pl.62.7"></a><var>62.7</var>paragraph (a) and who demonstrates to the satisfaction of the board that the applicant <br/>
<a id="pl.62.8"></a><var>62.8</var>passed the examination administered by the Association of Social Work Boards or a <br/>
<a id="pl.62.9"></a><var>62.9</var>similar examination body designated by the board for the applicable license in Minnesota <br/>
<a id="pl.62.10"></a><var>62.10</var>is not required to retake the licensing examination.<br/>
<a id="pl.62.11"></a><var>62.11</var>    (c) An application for licensure by endorsement must meet the applicable license <br/>
<a id="pl.62.12"></a><var>62.12</var>requirements specified in subdivisions 1 to 6, except as provided in paragraph (d), and <br/>
<a id="pl.62.13"></a><var>62.13</var>submit the licensure by endorsement application fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.62.14"></a><var>62.14</var>    (d) The following requirements apply:<br/>
<a id="pl.62.15"></a><var>62.15</var>    (1) An applicant for licensure by endorsement who is applying for licensure as a <br/>
<a id="pl.62.16"></a><var>62.16</var>licensed social worker must meet the requirements specified in subdivision 2.<br/>
<a id="pl.62.17"></a><var>62.17</var>    (2) An applicant for licensure by endorsement who is applying for licensure as a <br/>
<a id="pl.62.18"></a><var>62.18</var>licensed graduate social worker must meet the requirements specified in subdivision 3.<br/>
<a id="pl.62.19"></a><var>62.19</var>    (3) An applicant for licensure by endorsement who is applying for licensure as <br/>
<a id="pl.62.20"></a><var>62.20</var>a licensed independent social worker is not required to demonstrate that the applicant <br/>
<a id="pl.62.21"></a><var>62.21</var>has obtained 100 hours of supervision as specified in section 148E.110, subdivision 1, <br/>
<a id="pl.62.22"></a><var>62.22</var>provided that the applicant has engaged in authorized social work practice for a minimum <br/>
<a id="pl.62.23"></a><var>62.23</var>of 4,000 hours in another jurisdiction.<br/>
<a id="pl.62.24"></a><var>62.24</var>    (4) An applicant for licensure by endorsement as a licensed independent clinical <br/>
<a id="pl.62.25"></a><var>62.25</var>social worker (i) is not required to meet the license requirements specified in subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.62.26"></a><var>62.26</var>5, paragraph (a), clause (2), and (ii) is not required to demonstrate that the applicant <br/>
<a id="pl.62.27"></a><var>62.27</var>has obtained 200 hours of supervision as specified in section 148E.115, subdivision 1, <br/>
<a id="pl.62.28"></a><var>62.28</var>provided that the applicant has engaged in authorized clinical social work practice for a <br/>
<a id="pl.62.29"></a><var>62.29</var>minimum of 4,000 hours in another jurisdiction.<br/>
<a id="pl.62.30"></a><var>62.30</var>    Subd. 8. <b>Criminal background checks.</b> (a) Except as provided in paragraph (b), an <br/>
<a id="pl.62.31"></a><var>62.31</var>initial license application must be accompanied by:<br/>
<a id="pl.62.32"></a><var>62.32</var>    (1) a form provided by the board authorizing the board to complete a criminal <br/>
<a id="pl.62.33"></a><var>62.33</var>background check; and<br/>
<a id="pl.62.34"></a><var>62.34</var>    (2) the criminal background check fee specified by the Bureau of Criminal <br/>
<a id="pl.62.35"></a><var>62.35</var>Apprehension.<br/>
<a id="pl.63.1"></a><var>63.1</var>    Criminal background check fees collected by the board must be used to reimburse <br/>
<a id="pl.63.2"></a><var>63.2</var>the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension for the criminal background checks.<br/>
<a id="pl.63.3"></a><var>63.3</var>    (b) An applicant who has previously submitted a license application authorizing the <br/>
<a id="pl.63.4"></a><var>63.4</var>board to complete a criminal background check is exempt from the requirement specified <br/>
<a id="pl.63.5"></a><var>63.5</var>in paragraph (a).<br/>
<a id="pl.63.6"></a><var>63.6</var>    (c) If a criminal background check indicates that an applicant has engaged in <br/>
<a id="pl.63.7"></a><var>63.7</var>criminal behavior, the board may take action according to sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.63.8"></a><var>63.8</var>    Subd. 9. <b>Effective date.</b> The effective date of an initial license is the day on which <br/>
<a id="pl.63.9"></a><var>63.9</var>the board receives the applicable license fee from an applicant approved for licensure.<br/>
<a id="pl.63.10"></a><var>63.10</var>    Subd. 10. <b>Expiration date.</b> The expiration date of an initial license is the last day <br/>
<a id="pl.63.11"></a><var>63.11</var>of the licensee's birth month in the second calendar year following the effective date of <br/>
<a id="pl.63.12"></a><var>63.12</var>the initial license.<br/>
<a id="pl.63.13"></a><var>63.13</var>    Subd. 11. <b>Change in license.</b> (a) A licensee who changes from a licensed social <br/>
<a id="pl.63.14"></a><var>63.14</var>worker to a licensed graduate social worker, or from a licensed graduate social worker to a <br/>
<a id="pl.63.15"></a><var>63.15</var>licensed independent social worker, or from a licensed graduate social worker or licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.63.16"></a><var>63.16</var>independent social worker to a licensed independent clinical social worker, must pay the <br/>
<a id="pl.63.17"></a><var>63.17</var>prorated share of the fee for the new license.<br/>
<a id="pl.63.18"></a><var>63.18</var>    (b) The effective date of the new license is the day on which the board receives the <br/>
<a id="pl.63.19"></a><var>63.19</var>applicable license fee from an applicant approved for the new license.<br/>
<a id="pl.63.20"></a><var>63.20</var>    (c) The expiration date of the new license is the same date as the expiration date of <br/>
<a id="pl.63.21"></a><var>63.21</var>the license held by the licensee prior to the change in the license.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.74.0"></a><a id="pl.63.22"></a><var>63.22</var>    Sec. 74. <b>[148E.060] TEMPORARY LICENSES.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.63.23"></a><var>63.23</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Students and other persons not currently licensed in another </b><br/>
<a id="pl.63.24"></a><var>63.24</var><b>jurisdiction.</b> The board may issue a temporary license to practice social work to an <br/>
<a id="pl.63.25"></a><var>63.25</var>applicant who is not licensed or credentialed to practice social work in any jurisdiction <br/>
<a id="pl.63.26"></a><var>63.26</var>but has:<br/>
<a id="pl.63.27"></a><var>63.27</var>    (1) applied for a license under section 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.63.28"></a><var>63.28</var>    (2) applied for a temporary license on a form provided by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.63.29"></a><var>63.29</var>    (3) submitted a form provided by the board authorizing the board to complete a <br/>
<a id="pl.63.30"></a><var>63.30</var>criminal background check;<br/>
<a id="pl.63.31"></a><var>63.31</var>    (4) passed the applicable licensure examination provided for in section 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.63.32"></a><var>63.32</var>    (5) attested on a form provided by the board that the applicant has completed the <br/>
<a id="pl.63.33"></a><var>63.33</var>requirements for a baccalaureate or graduate degree in social work from a program <br/>
<a id="pl.63.34"></a><var>63.34</var>accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, the Canadian Association of Schools <br/>
<a id="pl.64.1"></a><var>64.1</var>of Social Work, or a similar accreditation body designated by the board, or a doctorate in <br/>
<a id="pl.64.2"></a><var>64.2</var>social work from an accredited university; and<br/>
<a id="pl.64.3"></a><var>64.3</var>    (6) not engaged in conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards of <br/>
<a id="pl.64.4"></a><var>64.4</var>practice specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.195</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.240</statute_ref>. If the applicant has engaged in <br/>
<a id="pl.64.5"></a><var>64.5</var>conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards of practice, the board may take <br/>
<a id="pl.64.6"></a><var>64.6</var>action according to sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.64.7"></a><var>64.7</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Emergency situations and persons currently licensed in another </b><br/>
<a id="pl.64.8"></a><var>64.8</var><b>jurisdiction.</b> The board may issue a temporary license to practice social work to an <br/>
<a id="pl.64.9"></a><var>64.9</var>applicant who is licensed or credentialed to practice social work in another jurisdiction, <br/>
<a id="pl.64.10"></a><var>64.10</var>may or may not have applied for a license under section 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref>, and has:<br/>
<a id="pl.64.11"></a><var>64.11</var>    (1) applied for a temporary license on a form provided by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.64.12"></a><var>64.12</var>    (2) submitted a form provided by the board authorizing the board to complete a <br/>
<a id="pl.64.13"></a><var>64.13</var>criminal background check;<br/>
<a id="pl.64.14"></a><var>64.14</var>    (3) submitted evidence satisfactory to the board that the applicant is currently <br/>
<a id="pl.64.15"></a><var>64.15</var>licensed or credentialed to practice social work in another jurisdiction;<br/>
<a id="pl.64.16"></a><var>64.16</var>    (4) attested on a form provided by the board that the applicant has completed the <br/>
<a id="pl.64.17"></a><var>64.17</var>requirements for a baccalaureate or graduate degree in social work from a program <br/>
<a id="pl.64.18"></a><var>64.18</var>accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, the Canadian Association of Schools <br/>
<a id="pl.64.19"></a><var>64.19</var>of Social Work, or a similar accreditation body designated by the board, or a doctorate in <br/>
<a id="pl.64.20"></a><var>64.20</var>social work from an accredited university; and<br/>
<a id="pl.64.21"></a><var>64.21</var>    (5) not engaged in conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards of <br/>
<a id="pl.64.22"></a><var>64.22</var>practice specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.195</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.240</statute_ref>. If the applicant has engaged in <br/>
<a id="pl.64.23"></a><var>64.23</var>conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards of practice, the board may take <br/>
<a id="pl.64.24"></a><var>64.24</var>action according to sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.64.25"></a><var>64.25</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Teachers.</b> The board may issue a temporary license to practice social work <br/>
<a id="pl.64.26"></a><var>64.26</var>to an applicant whose permanent residence is outside the United States, who is teaching <br/>
<a id="pl.64.27"></a><var>64.27</var>social work at an academic institution in Minnesota for a period not to exceed 12 months, <br/>
<a id="pl.64.28"></a><var>64.28</var>who may or may not have applied for a license under section 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref>, and who has:<br/>
<a id="pl.64.29"></a><var>64.29</var>    (1) applied for a temporary license on a form provided by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.64.30"></a><var>64.30</var>    (2) submitted a form provided by the board authorizing the board to complete a <br/>
<a id="pl.64.31"></a><var>64.31</var>criminal background check;<br/>
<a id="pl.64.32"></a><var>64.32</var>    (3) attested on a form provided by the board that the applicant has completed the <br/>
<a id="pl.64.33"></a><var>64.33</var>requirements for a baccalaureate or graduate degree in social work; and<br/>
<a id="pl.64.34"></a><var>64.34</var>    (4) has not engaged in conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards <br/>
<a id="pl.64.35"></a><var>64.35</var>of practice specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.195</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.240</statute_ref>. If the applicant has engaged in <br/>
<a id="pl.65.1"></a><var>65.1</var>conduct that was or would be in violation of the standards of practice, the board may take <br/>
<a id="pl.65.2"></a><var>65.2</var>action according to sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.65.3"></a><var>65.3</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Temporary license application fee.</b> An applicant for a temporary license <br/>
<a id="pl.65.4"></a><var>65.4</var>must pay the application fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref> plus the required fee for <br/>
<a id="pl.65.5"></a><var>65.5</var>the cost of the criminal background check. Only one fee for the cost of the criminal <br/>
<a id="pl.65.6"></a><var>65.6</var>background check must be submitted when the applicant is applying for both a temporary <br/>
<a id="pl.65.7"></a><var>65.7</var>license and a license under section 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.65.8"></a><var>65.8</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Temporary license term.</b> (a) A temporary license is valid until expiration, <br/>
<a id="pl.65.9"></a><var>65.9</var>or until the board issues or denies the license according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref>, or until <br/>
<a id="pl.65.10"></a><var>65.10</var>the board revokes the temporary license, whichever comes first. A temporary license is <br/>
<a id="pl.65.11"></a><var>65.11</var>nonrenewable.<br/>
<a id="pl.65.12"></a><var>65.12</var>    (b) A temporary license issued according to subdivision 1 or 2 expires after six <br/>
<a id="pl.65.13"></a><var>65.13</var>months.<br/>
<a id="pl.65.14"></a><var>65.14</var>    (c) A temporary license issued according to subdivision 3 expires after 12 months.<br/>
<a id="pl.65.15"></a><var>65.15</var>    Subd. 6. <b>Licensee with temporary license; baccalaureate degree.</b> A licensee <br/>
<a id="pl.65.16"></a><var>65.16</var>with a temporary license who has provided evidence to the board that the licensee has <br/>
<a id="pl.65.17"></a><var>65.17</var>completed the requirements for a baccalaureate degree in social work from a program <br/>
<a id="pl.65.18"></a><var>65.18</var>accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, the Canadian Association of Schools <br/>
<a id="pl.65.19"></a><var>65.19</var>of Social Work, or a similar accreditation body designated by the board may temporarily <br/>
<a id="pl.65.20"></a><var>65.20</var>engage in social work practice except that a licensee with a temporary license may not <br/>
<a id="pl.65.21"></a><var>65.21</var>engage in clinical social work practice.<br/>
<a id="pl.65.22"></a><var>65.22</var>    Subd. 7. <b>Licensee with temporary license; graduate degree.</b> A licensee with a <br/>
<a id="pl.65.23"></a><var>65.23</var>temporary license who has provided evidence to the board that the licensee has completed <br/>
<a id="pl.65.24"></a><var>65.24</var>the requirements for a graduate degree in social work from a program accredited by the <br/>
<a id="pl.65.25"></a><var>65.25</var>Council on Social Work Education, the Canadian Association of Schools of Social Work, <br/>
<a id="pl.65.26"></a><var>65.26</var>or a similar accreditation body designated by the board may temporarily engage in social <br/>
<a id="pl.65.27"></a><var>65.27</var>work practice, including clinical practice.<br/>
<a id="pl.65.28"></a><var>65.28</var>    Subd. 8. <b>Supervision requirements.</b> (a) Except as provided in paragraph (b), an <br/>
<a id="pl.65.29"></a><var>65.29</var>applicant who is not currently licensed or credentialed to practice social work in another <br/>
<a id="pl.65.30"></a><var>65.30</var>jurisdiction and who obtains a temporary license may practice social work only under <br/>
<a id="pl.65.31"></a><var>65.31</var>the supervision of an individual licensed as a social worker who is eligible to provide <br/>
<a id="pl.65.32"></a><var>65.32</var>supervision under sections 
<statute_ref>148E.100</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.125</statute_ref>. Before the applicant is approved <br/>
<a id="pl.65.33"></a><var>65.33</var>for licensure, the applicant's supervisor must attest to the board's satisfaction that the <br/>
<a id="pl.65.34"></a><var>65.34</var>applicant has practiced social work under supervision. This supervision applies toward <br/>
<a id="pl.65.35"></a><var>65.35</var>the supervision required after licensure.<br/>
<a id="pl.66.1"></a><var>66.1</var>    (b) If an applicant is currently licensed or credentialed to practice social work in <br/>
<a id="pl.66.2"></a><var>66.2</var>another jurisdiction, and receives a temporary license according to subdivision 3, the <br/>
<a id="pl.66.3"></a><var>66.3</var>requirements specified in paragraph (a) do not apply. However, if an applicant with a <br/>
<a id="pl.66.4"></a><var>66.4</var>temporary license chooses to practice social work under supervision, the supervision <br/>
<a id="pl.66.5"></a><var>66.5</var>applies to the requirements specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.100</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.125</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.66.6"></a><var>66.6</var>    Subd. 9. <b>Prohibition on practice.</b> An applicant for a temporary license must not <br/>
<a id="pl.66.7"></a><var>66.7</var>practice social work in Minnesota, except as provided in section 
<statute_ref>148E.065</statute_ref>, until the <br/>
<a id="pl.66.8"></a><var>66.8</var>applicant has been granted a temporary license.<br/>
<a id="pl.66.9"></a><var>66.9</var>    Subd. 10. <b>Representation of professional status.</b> In making representations of <br/>
<a id="pl.66.10"></a><var>66.10</var>professional status to the public, a licensee with a temporary license must state that the <br/>
<a id="pl.66.11"></a><var>66.11</var>licensee has a temporary license.<br/>
<a id="pl.66.12"></a><var>66.12</var>    Subd. 11. <b>Standards of practice.</b> A licensee with a temporary license must conduct <br/>
<a id="pl.66.13"></a><var>66.13</var>all professional activities as a social worker according to the requirements of sections <br/>
<a id="pl.66.14"></a><var>66.14</var><statute_ref>148E.195</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.240</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.66.15"></a><var>66.15</var>    Subd. 12. <b>Ineligibility.</b> An applicant who is currently practicing social work in <br/>
<a id="pl.66.16"></a><var>66.16</var>Minnesota in a setting that is not exempt under section 
<statute_ref>148E.065</statute_ref> at the time of application <br/>
<a id="pl.66.17"></a><var>66.17</var>is ineligible for a temporary license.<br/>
<a id="pl.66.18"></a><var>66.18</var>    Subd. 13. <b>Revocation of temporary license.</b> The board may immediately revoke <br/>
<a id="pl.66.19"></a><var>66.19</var>the temporary license of any licensee who violates any requirements of this section. The <br/>
<a id="pl.66.20"></a><var>66.20</var>revocation must be made for cause, without notice or opportunity to be heard. A licensee <br/>
<a id="pl.66.21"></a><var>66.21</var>whose temporary license is revoked must immediately return the temporary license to <br/>
<a id="pl.66.22"></a><var>66.22</var>the board.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.75.0"></a><a id="pl.66.23"></a><var>66.23</var>    Sec. 75. <b>[148E.065] EXEMPTIONS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.66.24"></a><var>66.24</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Other professionals.</b> Nothing in this chapter may be construed <br/>
<a id="pl.66.25"></a><var>66.25</var>to prevent members of other professions or occupations from performing functions <br/>
<a id="pl.66.26"></a><var>66.26</var>for which they are qualified or licensed. This exception includes but is not limited to: <br/>
<a id="pl.66.27"></a><var>66.27</var>licensed physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, licensed psychologists, <br/>
<a id="pl.66.28"></a><var>66.28</var>psychological practitioners, probation officers, members of the clergy and Christian <br/>
<a id="pl.66.29"></a><var>66.29</var>Science practitioners, attorneys, marriage and family therapists, alcohol and drug <br/>
<a id="pl.66.30"></a><var>66.30</var>counselors, professional counselors, school counselors, and registered occupational <br/>
<a id="pl.66.31"></a><var>66.31</var>therapists or certified occupational therapist assistants. These persons must not, however, <br/>
<a id="pl.66.32"></a><var>66.32</var>hold themselves out to the public by any title or description stating or implying that they <br/>
<a id="pl.66.33"></a><var>66.33</var>are engaged in the practice of social work, or that they are licensed to engage in the <br/>
<a id="pl.66.34"></a><var>66.34</var>practice of social work. Persons engaged in the practice of social work are not exempt <br/>
<a id="pl.66.35"></a><var>66.35</var>from the board's jurisdiction solely by the use of one of the titles in this subdivision.<br/>
<a id="pl.67.1"></a><var>67.1</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Students.</b> An internship, externship, or any other social work experience <br/>
<a id="pl.67.2"></a><var>67.2</var>that is required for the completion of an accredited program of social work does not <br/>
<a id="pl.67.3"></a><var>67.3</var>constitute the practice of social work under this chapter.<br/>
<a id="pl.67.4"></a><var>67.4</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Geographic waiver.</b> A geographic waiver may be granted by the board on <br/>
<a id="pl.67.5"></a><var>67.5</var>a case-by-case basis to agencies with special regional hiring problems. The waiver is for <br/>
<a id="pl.67.6"></a><var>67.6</var>the purpose of permitting agencies to hire individuals who do not meet the qualifications <br/>
<a id="pl.67.7"></a><var>67.7</var>of section 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref> or 
<statute_ref>148E.060</statute_ref> to practice social work.<br/>
<a id="pl.67.8"></a><var>67.8</var>    Subd. 4. <b>City, county, and state agency social workers.</b> The licensure of city, <br/>
<a id="pl.67.9"></a><var>67.9</var>county, and state agency social workers is voluntary. City, county, and state agencies <br/>
<a id="pl.67.10"></a><var>67.10</var>employing social workers are not required to employ licensed social workers.<br/>
<a id="pl.67.11"></a><var>67.11</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Tribes and private nonprofit agencies; voluntary licensure.</b> The <br/>
<a id="pl.67.12"></a><var>67.12</var>licensure of social workers who are employed by federally recognized tribes, or by private <br/>
<a id="pl.67.13"></a><var>67.13</var>nonprofit agencies whose primary service focus addresses ethnic minority populations, <br/>
<a id="pl.67.14"></a><var>67.14</var>and who are themselves members of ethnic minority populations within those agencies, is <br/>
<a id="pl.67.15"></a><var>67.15</var>voluntary.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.76.0"></a><a id="pl.67.16"></a><var>67.16</var>    Sec. 76. <b>[148E.070] LICENSE RENEWALS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.67.17"></a><var>67.17</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>License renewal term.</b> (a) If a license is renewed, the license must <br/>
<a id="pl.67.18"></a><var>67.18</var>be renewed for a two-year renewal term. The renewal term is the period from the effective <br/>
<a id="pl.67.19"></a><var>67.19</var>date of an initial or renewed license to the expiration date of the license.<br/>
<a id="pl.67.20"></a><var>67.20</var>    (b) The effective date of a renewed license is the day following the expiration date <br/>
<a id="pl.67.21"></a><var>67.21</var>of the expired license.<br/>
<a id="pl.67.22"></a><var>67.22</var>    (c) The expiration date of a renewed license is the last day of the licensee's birth <br/>
<a id="pl.67.23"></a><var>67.23</var>month in the second calendar year following the effective date of the renewed license.<br/>
<a id="pl.67.24"></a><var>67.24</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Mailing license renewal notices.</b> The board must mail a notice for license <br/>
<a id="pl.67.25"></a><var>67.25</var>renewal to a licensee at least 45 days before the expiration date of the license. Mailing the <br/>
<a id="pl.67.26"></a><var>67.26</var>notice by United States mail to the licensee's last known mailing address constitutes valid <br/>
<a id="pl.67.27"></a><var>67.27</var>mailing. Failure to receive the renewal notice does not relieve a licensee of the obligation <br/>
<a id="pl.67.28"></a><var>67.28</var>to renew a license and to pay the renewal fee.<br/>
<a id="pl.67.29"></a><var>67.29</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Submitting license renewal applications.</b> (a) In order to renew a license, <br/>
<a id="pl.67.30"></a><var>67.30</var>a licensee must submit:<br/>
<a id="pl.67.31"></a><var>67.31</var>    (1) a completed, signed application for license renewal; and<br/>
<a id="pl.67.32"></a><var>67.32</var>    (2) the applicable renewal fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.67.33"></a><var>67.33</var>The completed, signed application and renewal fee must be received by the board prior to <br/>
<a id="pl.67.34"></a><var>67.34</var>midnight of the day of the license expiration date. For renewals submitted electronically, a <br/>
<a id="pl.67.35"></a><var>67.35</var>"signed application" means providing an attestation as specified by the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.68.1"></a><var>68.1</var>    (b) An application which is not completed and signed, or which is not accompanied <br/>
<a id="pl.68.2"></a><var>68.2</var>by the correct fee, must be returned to the applicant, along with any fee submitted, and is <br/>
<a id="pl.68.3"></a><var>68.3</var>void.<br/>
<a id="pl.68.4"></a><var>68.4</var>    (c) The completed, signed application must include documentation that the licensee <br/>
<a id="pl.68.5"></a><var>68.5</var>has met the continuing education requirements specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.130</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.170</statute_ref> <br/>
<a id="pl.68.6"></a><var>68.6</var>and, if applicable, the supervised practice requirements specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.100</statute_ref> to <br/>
<a id="pl.68.7"></a><var>68.7</var><statute_ref>148E.125</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.68.8"></a><var>68.8</var>    (d) By submitting a renewal application, an applicant authorizes the board to:<br/>
<a id="pl.68.9"></a><var>68.9</var>    (1) investigate any information provided or requested in the application. The <br/>
<a id="pl.68.10"></a><var>68.10</var>board may request that the applicant provide additional information, verification, or <br/>
<a id="pl.68.11"></a><var>68.11</var>documentation;<br/>
<a id="pl.68.12"></a><var>68.12</var>    (2) conduct an audit to determine if the applicant has met the continuing education <br/>
<a id="pl.68.13"></a><var>68.13</var>requirements specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.130</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.170</statute_ref>; and<br/>
<a id="pl.68.14"></a><var>68.14</var>    (3) if applicable, conduct an audit to determine whether the applicant has met the <br/>
<a id="pl.68.15"></a><var>68.15</var>supervision requirements specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.100</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.125</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.68.16"></a><var>68.16</var>    (e) If a licensee's application for license renewal meets the requirements specified in <br/>
<a id="pl.68.17"></a><var>68.17</var>paragraph (a), the licensee may continue to practice after the license expiration date until <br/>
<a id="pl.68.18"></a><var>68.18</var>the board approves or denies the application.<br/>
<a id="pl.68.19"></a><var>68.19</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Renewal late fee.</b> An application that is received after the license <br/>
<a id="pl.68.20"></a><var>68.20</var>expiration date must be accompanied by the renewal late fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref> <br/>
<a id="pl.68.21"></a><var>68.21</var>in addition to the applicable renewal fee. The application, renewal fee, and renewal late <br/>
<a id="pl.68.22"></a><var>68.22</var>fee must be received by the board within 60 days of the license expiration date, or the <br/>
<a id="pl.68.23"></a><var>68.23</var>license automatically expires.<br/>
<a id="pl.68.24"></a><var>68.24</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Expired license.</b> (a) If an application does not meet the requirements <br/>
<a id="pl.68.25"></a><var>68.25</var>specified in subdivisions 3 and 4, the license automatically expires. A licensee whose <br/>
<a id="pl.68.26"></a><var>68.26</var>license has expired may reactivate a license by meeting the requirements in section <br/>
<a id="pl.68.27"></a><var>68.27</var><statute_ref>148E.080</statute_ref> or be relicensed by meeting the requirements specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.68.28"></a><var>68.28</var>    (b) The board may take action according to sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref> based on <br/>
<a id="pl.68.29"></a><var>68.29</var>a licensee's conduct before the expiration of the license.<br/>
<a id="pl.68.30"></a><var>68.30</var>    (c) An expired license may be reactivated within one year of the expiration date <br/>
<a id="pl.68.31"></a><var>68.31</var>specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.080</statute_ref>. After one year of the expiration date, an individual may <br/>
<a id="pl.68.32"></a><var>68.32</var>apply for a new license according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref>.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.77.0"></a><a id="pl.68.33"></a><var>68.33</var>    Sec. 77. <b>[148E.075] INACTIVE LICENSES.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.68.34"></a><var>68.34</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Inactive status.</b> (a) A licensee qualifies for inactive status under <br/>
<a id="pl.68.35"></a><var>68.35</var>either of the circumstances described in paragraph (b) or (c).<br/>
<a id="pl.69.1"></a><var>69.1</var>    (b) A licensee qualifies for inactive status when the licensee is granted temporary <br/>
<a id="pl.69.2"></a><var>69.2</var>leave from active practice. A licensee qualifies for temporary leave from active practice if <br/>
<a id="pl.69.3"></a><var>69.3</var>the licensee demonstrates to the satisfaction of the board that the licensee is not engaged <br/>
<a id="pl.69.4"></a><var>69.4</var>in the practice of social work in any setting, including settings in which social workers <br/>
<a id="pl.69.5"></a><var>69.5</var>are exempt from licensure according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.065</statute_ref>. A licensee who is granted <br/>
<a id="pl.69.6"></a><var>69.6</var>temporary leave from active practice may reactivate the license according to section <br/>
<a id="pl.69.7"></a><var>69.7</var><statute_ref>148E.080</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.69.8"></a><var>69.8</var>    (c) A licensee qualifies for inactive status when a licensee is granted an emeritus <br/>
<a id="pl.69.9"></a><var>69.9</var>license. A licensee qualifies for an emeritus license if the licensee demonstrates to the <br/>
<a id="pl.69.10"></a><var>69.10</var>satisfaction of the board that:<br/>
<a id="pl.69.11"></a><var>69.11</var>    (1) the licensee is retired from social work practice; and<br/>
<a id="pl.69.12"></a><var>69.12</var>    (2) the licensee is not engaged in the practice of social work in any setting, including <br/>
<a id="pl.69.13"></a><var>69.13</var>settings in which social workers are exempt from licensure according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.065</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.69.14"></a><var>69.14</var>A licensee who possesses an emeritus license may reactivate the license according to <br/>
<a id="pl.69.15"></a><var>69.15</var>section 
<statute_ref>148E.080</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.69.16"></a><var>69.16</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Application.</b> A licensee may apply for inactive status:<br/>
<a id="pl.69.17"></a><var>69.17</var>    (1) at any time by submitting an application for a temporary leave from active <br/>
<a id="pl.69.18"></a><var>69.18</var>practice or for an emeritus license; or<br/>
<a id="pl.69.19"></a><var>69.19</var>    (2) as an alternative to applying for the renewal of a license by so recording on <br/>
<a id="pl.69.20"></a><var>69.20</var>the application for license renewal and submitting the completed, signed application to <br/>
<a id="pl.69.21"></a><var>69.21</var>the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.69.22"></a><var>69.22</var>    An application that is not completed or signed, or that is not accompanied by the <br/>
<a id="pl.69.23"></a><var>69.23</var>correct fee, must be returned to the applicant, along with any fee submitted, and is void. <br/>
<a id="pl.69.24"></a><var>69.24</var>For applications submitted electronically, a "signed application" means providing an <br/>
<a id="pl.69.25"></a><var>69.25</var>attestation as specified by the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.69.26"></a><var>69.26</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Fee.</b> (a) Regardless of when the application for inactive status is submitted, <br/>
<a id="pl.69.27"></a><var>69.27</var>the temporary leave or emeritus license fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>, whichever is <br/>
<a id="pl.69.28"></a><var>69.28</var>applicable, must accompany the application. A licensee who is approved for inactive <br/>
<a id="pl.69.29"></a><var>69.29</var>status before the license expiration date is not entitled to receive a refund for any portion <br/>
<a id="pl.69.30"></a><var>69.30</var>of the license or renewal fee.<br/>
<a id="pl.69.31"></a><var>69.31</var>    (b) If an application for temporary leave is received after the license expiration date, <br/>
<a id="pl.69.32"></a><var>69.32</var>the licensee must pay a renewal late fee as specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref> in addition to <br/>
<a id="pl.69.33"></a><var>69.33</var>the temporary leave fee.<br/>
<a id="pl.69.34"></a><var>69.34</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Time limits for temporary leaves.</b> A licensee may maintain an inactive <br/>
<a id="pl.69.35"></a><var>69.35</var>license on temporary leave for no more than five consecutive years. If a licensee does <br/>
<a id="pl.70.1"></a><var>70.1</var>not apply for reactivation within 60 days following the end of the consecutive five-year <br/>
<a id="pl.70.2"></a><var>70.2</var>period, the license automatically expires.<br/>
<a id="pl.70.3"></a><var>70.3</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Time limits for emeritus license.</b> A licensee with an emeritus license may <br/>
<a id="pl.70.4"></a><var>70.4</var>not apply for reactivation according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.080</statute_ref> after five years following the <br/>
<a id="pl.70.5"></a><var>70.5</var>granting of the emeritus license. However, after five years following the granting of the <br/>
<a id="pl.70.6"></a><var>70.6</var>emeritus license, an individual may apply for new licensure according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.70.7"></a><var>70.7</var>    Subd. 6. <b>Prohibition on practice.</b> (a) Except as provided in paragraph (b), a <br/>
<a id="pl.70.8"></a><var>70.8</var>licensee whose license is inactive must not practice, attempt to practice, offer to practice, <br/>
<a id="pl.70.9"></a><var>70.9</var>or advertise or hold out as authorized to practice social work.<br/>
<a id="pl.70.10"></a><var>70.10</var>    (b) The board may grant a variance to the requirements of paragraph (a) if a licensee <br/>
<a id="pl.70.11"></a><var>70.11</var>on inactive status provides emergency social work services. A variance is granted only <br/>
<a id="pl.70.12"></a><var>70.12</var>if the board provides the variance in writing to the licensee. The board may impose <br/>
<a id="pl.70.13"></a><var>70.13</var>conditions or restrictions on the variance.<br/>
<a id="pl.70.14"></a><var>70.14</var>    Subd. 7. <b>Representations of professional status.</b> In making representations of <br/>
<a id="pl.70.15"></a><var>70.15</var>professional status to the public, a licensee whose license is inactive must state that the <br/>
<a id="pl.70.16"></a><var>70.16</var>license is inactive and that the licensee cannot practice social work.<br/>
<a id="pl.70.17"></a><var>70.17</var>    Subd. 8. <b>Disciplinary or other action.</b> The board may resolve any pending <br/>
<a id="pl.70.18"></a><var>70.18</var>complaints against a licensee before approving an application for inactive status. The <br/>
<a id="pl.70.19"></a><var>70.19</var>board may take action according to sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref> against a licensee <br/>
<a id="pl.70.20"></a><var>70.20</var>whose license is inactive based on conduct occurring before the license is inactive or <br/>
<a id="pl.70.21"></a><var>70.21</var>conduct occurring while the license is inactive.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.78.0"></a><a id="pl.70.22"></a><var>70.22</var>    Sec. 78. <b>[148E.080] REACTIVATIONS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.70.23"></a><var>70.23</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Mailing notices to licensees on temporary leave.</b> The board must <br/>
<a id="pl.70.24"></a><var>70.24</var>mail a notice for reactivation to a licensee on temporary leave at least 45 days before the <br/>
<a id="pl.70.25"></a><var>70.25</var>expiration date of the license according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.075, subdivision 4</statute_ref>. Mailing the <br/>
<a id="pl.70.26"></a><var>70.26</var>notice by United States mail to the licensee's last known mailing address constitutes <br/>
<a id="pl.70.27"></a><var>70.27</var>valid mailing. Failure to receive the reactivation notice does not relieve a licensee of the <br/>
<a id="pl.70.28"></a><var>70.28</var>obligation to comply with the provisions of this section to reactivate a license.<br/>
<a id="pl.70.29"></a><var>70.29</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Reactivation from a temporary leave or emeritus status.</b> To reactivate a <br/>
<a id="pl.70.30"></a><var>70.30</var>license from a temporary leave or emeritus status, a licensee must do the following within <br/>
<a id="pl.70.31"></a><var>70.31</var>the time period specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.075, subdivisions 4 and 5</statute_ref>:<br/>
<a id="pl.70.32"></a><var>70.32</var>    (1) complete an application form specified by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.70.33"></a><var>70.33</var>    (2) document compliance with the continuing education requirements specified in <br/>
<a id="pl.70.34"></a><var>70.34</var>subdivision 4;<br/>
<a id="pl.70.35"></a><var>70.35</var>    (3) submit a supervision plan, if required;<br/>
<a id="pl.71.1"></a><var>71.1</var>    (4) pay the reactivation of an inactive licensee fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>; and<br/>
<a id="pl.71.2"></a><var>71.2</var>    (5) pay the wall certificate fee according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.095, subdivision 1</statute_ref>, <br/>
<a id="pl.71.3"></a><var>71.3</var>paragraph (b) or (c), if the licensee needs a duplicate license.<br/>
<a id="pl.71.4"></a><var>71.4</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Reactivation of an expired license.</b> To reactivate an expired license, a <br/>
<a id="pl.71.5"></a><var>71.5</var>licensee must do the following within one year of the expiration date:<br/>
<a id="pl.71.6"></a><var>71.6</var>    (1) complete an application form specified by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.71.7"></a><var>71.7</var>    (2) document compliance with the continuing education requirements that were <br/>
<a id="pl.71.8"></a><var>71.8</var>in effect at the time the license expired;<br/>
<a id="pl.71.9"></a><var>71.9</var>    (3) document compliance with the supervision requirements, if applicable, that were <br/>
<a id="pl.71.10"></a><var>71.10</var>in effect at the time the license expired; and<br/>
<a id="pl.71.11"></a><var>71.11</var>    (4) pay the reactivation of an expired license fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.71.12"></a><var>71.12</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Continuing education requirements.</b> (a) A licensee who is on temporary <br/>
<a id="pl.71.13"></a><var>71.13</var>leave or who has an emeritus license must obtain the continuing education hours that <br/>
<a id="pl.71.14"></a><var>71.14</var>would be required if the license was active. At the time of reactivation, the licensee must <br/>
<a id="pl.71.15"></a><var>71.15</var>document compliance with the continuing education requirements specified in sections <br/>
<a id="pl.71.16"></a><var>71.16</var><statute_ref>148E.130</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.170</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.71.17"></a><var>71.17</var>    (b) A licensee applying for reactivation according to subdivision 2 or 3 may apply <br/>
<a id="pl.71.18"></a><var>71.18</var>for a variance to the continuing education requirements according to sections 
<statute_ref>148E.130</statute_ref> to <br/>
<a id="pl.71.19"></a><var>71.19</var><statute_ref>148E.170</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.71.20"></a><var>71.20</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Reactivation of a voluntarily terminated license.</b> To reactivate a <br/>
<a id="pl.71.21"></a><var>71.21</var>voluntarily terminated license, a licensee must do the following within one year of the <br/>
<a id="pl.71.22"></a><var>71.22</var>date the voluntary termination takes effect:<br/>
<a id="pl.71.23"></a><var>71.23</var>    (1) complete an application form specified by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.71.24"></a><var>71.24</var>    (2) document compliance with the continuing education requirements that were in <br/>
<a id="pl.71.25"></a><var>71.25</var>effect at the time the license was voluntarily terminated;<br/>
<a id="pl.71.26"></a><var>71.26</var>    (3) document compliance with the supervision requirements, if applicable, that were <br/>
<a id="pl.71.27"></a><var>71.27</var>in effect at the time the license was voluntarily terminated; and<br/>
<a id="pl.71.28"></a><var>71.28</var>    (4) pay the reactivation of an expired or voluntarily terminated license fee specified <br/>
<a id="pl.71.29"></a><var>71.29</var>in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.79.0"></a><a id="pl.71.30"></a><var>71.30</var>    Sec. 79. <b>[148E.085] VOLUNTARY TERMINATIONS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.71.31"></a><var>71.31</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Requests for voluntary termination.</b> (a) A licensee may request <br/>
<a id="pl.71.32"></a><var>71.32</var>voluntary termination of a license if the licensee demonstrates to the satisfaction of the <br/>
<a id="pl.71.33"></a><var>71.33</var>board that the licensee is not engaged in the practice of social work in any setting except <br/>
<a id="pl.71.34"></a><var>71.34</var>settings in which social workers are exempt from licensure according to section 148E.065.<br/>
<a id="pl.71.35"></a><var>71.35</var>    (b) A licensee may apply for voluntary termination:<br/>
<a id="pl.72.1"></a><var>72.1</var>    (1) at any time by submitting an application; or<br/>
<a id="pl.72.2"></a><var>72.2</var>    (2) as an alternative to applying for the renewal of a license by so recording on <br/>
<a id="pl.72.3"></a><var>72.3</var>the application for license renewal and submitting the completed, signed application to <br/>
<a id="pl.72.4"></a><var>72.4</var>the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.72.5"></a><var>72.5</var>For applications submitted electronically, a "signed application" means providing an <br/>
<a id="pl.72.6"></a><var>72.6</var>attestation as specified by the board. An application that is not completed and signed must <br/>
<a id="pl.72.7"></a><var>72.7</var>be returned to the applicant and is void.<br/>
<a id="pl.72.8"></a><var>72.8</var>    (c) The board may resolve any pending complaints against a licensee before <br/>
<a id="pl.72.9"></a><var>72.9</var>approving a request for voluntary termination.<br/>
<a id="pl.72.10"></a><var>72.10</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Application for new licensure.</b> A licensee who has voluntarily terminated <br/>
<a id="pl.72.11"></a><var>72.11</var>a license may not reactivate the license after one year following the date the voluntary <br/>
<a id="pl.72.12"></a><var>72.12</var>termination takes effect. However, a licensee who has voluntarily terminated a license <br/>
<a id="pl.72.13"></a><var>72.13</var>may apply for a new license according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.72.14"></a><var>72.14</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Prohibition on practice.</b> A licensee who has voluntarily terminated a <br/>
<a id="pl.72.15"></a><var>72.15</var>license must not practice, attempt to practice, offer to practice, or advertise or hold out as <br/>
<a id="pl.72.16"></a><var>72.16</var>authorized to practice social work, except when the individual is exempt from licensure <br/>
<a id="pl.72.17"></a><var>72.17</var>according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.065</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.72.18"></a><var>72.18</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Disciplinary or other action.</b> The board may take action according to <br/>
<a id="pl.72.19"></a><var>72.19</var>sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref> against a licensee whose license has been terminated <br/>
<a id="pl.72.20"></a><var>72.20</var>based on conduct occurring before the license is terminated or for practicing social <br/>
<a id="pl.72.21"></a><var>72.21</var>work without a license.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.80.0"></a><a id="pl.72.22"></a><var>72.22</var>    Sec. 80. <b>[148E.090] NAME; CHANGE OF NAME OR ADDRESS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.72.23"></a><var>72.23</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Name.</b> A licensee must use the licensee's legal name or a professional <br/>
<a id="pl.72.24"></a><var>72.24</var>name. If the licensee uses a professional name, the licensee must inform the board in <br/>
<a id="pl.72.25"></a><var>72.25</var>writing of both the licensee's professional name and legal name and must comply with <br/>
<a id="pl.72.26"></a><var>72.26</var>the requirements of this section.<br/>
<a id="pl.72.27"></a><var>72.27</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Legal name change.</b> Within 30 days after changing the licensee's legal <br/>
<a id="pl.72.28"></a><var>72.28</var>name, a licensee must:<br/>
<a id="pl.72.29"></a><var>72.29</var>    (1) request a new license wall certificate;<br/>
<a id="pl.72.30"></a><var>72.30</var>    (2) provide legal verification of the name change; and<br/>
<a id="pl.72.31"></a><var>72.31</var>    (3) pay the license wall certificate fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.72.32"></a><var>72.32</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Professional name change.</b> Within 30 days after changing the licensee's <br/>
<a id="pl.72.33"></a><var>72.33</var>professional name, a licensee must:<br/>
<a id="pl.72.34"></a><var>72.34</var>    (1) request a new license wall certificate;<br/>
<a id="pl.72.35"></a><var>72.35</var>    (2) provide a notarized statement attesting to the name change; and<br/>
<a id="pl.73.1"></a><var>73.1</var>    (3) pay the license wall certificate fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.73.2"></a><var>73.2</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Address or telephone change.</b> When a licensee changes a mailing <br/>
<a id="pl.73.3"></a><var>73.3</var>address, home address, work address, e-mail address, or daytime public telephone number, <br/>
<a id="pl.73.4"></a><var>73.4</var>the licensee must notify the board of the change electronically or in writing no more <br/>
<a id="pl.73.5"></a><var>73.5</var>than 30 days after the date of the change.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.81.0"></a><a id="pl.73.6"></a><var>73.6</var>    Sec. 81. <b>[148E.095] LICENSE CERTIFICATE OR CARD.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.73.7"></a><var>73.7</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>License wall certificate.</b> (a) The board must issue a new license <br/>
<a id="pl.73.8"></a><var>73.8</var>wall certificate when the board issues a new license. No fee in addition to the applicable <br/>
<a id="pl.73.9"></a><var>73.9</var>license fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref> is required.<br/>
<a id="pl.73.10"></a><var>73.10</var>    (b) The board must replace a license wall certificate when:<br/>
<a id="pl.73.11"></a><var>73.11</var>    (1) a licensee submits an affidavit to the board that the original license wall <br/>
<a id="pl.73.12"></a><var>73.12</var>certificate was lost, stolen, or destroyed; and<br/>
<a id="pl.73.13"></a><var>73.13</var>    (2) the licensee submits the license wall certificate fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.73.14"></a><var>73.14</var>    (c) The board must issue a revised license wall certificate when:<br/>
<a id="pl.73.15"></a><var>73.15</var>    (1) a licensee requests a revised license wall certificate according to this section; and<br/>
<a id="pl.73.16"></a><var>73.16</var>    (2) a licensee submits the license wall certificate fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.73.17"></a><var>73.17</var>    (d) The board must issue an additional license wall certificate when:<br/>
<a id="pl.73.18"></a><var>73.18</var>    (1) a licensee submits a written request for a new certificate because the licensee <br/>
<a id="pl.73.19"></a><var>73.19</var>practices in more than one location; and<br/>
<a id="pl.73.20"></a><var>73.20</var>    (2) the licensee submits the license wall certificate fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.73.21"></a><var>73.21</var>    Subd. 2. <b>License card.</b> (a) The board must issue a new license card when the <br/>
<a id="pl.73.22"></a><var>73.22</var>board issues a new license. No fee in addition to the applicable license fee specified <br/>
<a id="pl.73.23"></a><var>73.23</var>in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref> is required.<br/>
<a id="pl.73.24"></a><var>73.24</var>    (b) The board must replace a license card when a licensee submits:<br/>
<a id="pl.73.25"></a><var>73.25</var>    (1) an affidavit to the board that the original license card was lost, stolen, or <br/>
<a id="pl.73.26"></a><var>73.26</var>destroyed; and<br/>
<a id="pl.73.27"></a><var>73.27</var>    (2) the license card fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.73.28"></a><var>73.28</var>    (c) The board must issue a revised license card when the licensee submits a written <br/>
<a id="pl.73.29"></a><var>73.29</var>request for a new license wall certificate because of a new professional or legal name <br/>
<a id="pl.73.30"></a><var>73.30</var>according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.090, subdivision 2</statute_ref> or 3. No fee in addition to the one specified <br/>
<a id="pl.73.31"></a><var>73.31</var>in subdivision 1, paragraph (b), is required.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.82.0"></a><a id="pl.73.32"></a><var>73.32</var>    Sec. 82. <b>[148E.100] LICENSED SOCIAL WORKERS; SUPERVISED </b><br/>
<a id="pl.73.33"></a><var>73.33</var><b>PRACTICE.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.74.1"></a><var>74.1</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Supervision required after licensure.</b> After receiving a license <br/>
<a id="pl.74.2"></a><var>74.2</var>from the board as a licensed social worker, the licensed social worker must obtain at least <br/>
<a id="pl.74.3"></a><var>74.3</var>100 hours of supervision according to the requirements of this section.<br/>
<a id="pl.74.4"></a><var>74.4</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Practice requirements.</b> The supervision required by subdivision 1 must be <br/>
<a id="pl.74.5"></a><var>74.5</var>obtained during the first 4,000 hours of postbaccalaureate social work practice authorized <br/>
<a id="pl.74.6"></a><var>74.6</var>by law. At least four hours of supervision must be obtained during every 160 hours of <br/>
<a id="pl.74.7"></a><var>74.7</var>practice.<br/>
<a id="pl.74.8"></a><var>74.8</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Types of supervision.</b> Of the 100 hours of supervision required under <br/>
<a id="pl.74.9"></a><var>74.9</var>subdivision 1:<br/>
<a id="pl.74.10"></a><var>74.10</var>    (1) 50 hours must be provided through one-on-one supervision, including: (i) <br/>
<a id="pl.74.11"></a><var>74.11</var>a minimum of 25 hours of in-person supervision, and (ii) no more than 25 hours of <br/>
<a id="pl.74.12"></a><var>74.12</var>supervision via eye-to-eye electronic media; and<br/>
<a id="pl.74.13"></a><var>74.13</var>    (2) 50 hours must be provided through: (i) one-on-one supervision, or (ii) group <br/>
<a id="pl.74.14"></a><var>74.14</var>supervision. The supervision may be in-person, by telephone, or via eye-to-eye electronic <br/>
<a id="pl.74.15"></a><var>74.15</var>media. The supervision must not be provided by e-mail. Group supervision is limited to <br/>
<a id="pl.74.16"></a><var>74.16</var>six members not counting the supervisor or supervisors.<br/>
<a id="pl.74.17"></a><var>74.17</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Supervisor requirements.</b> The supervision required by subdivision 1 must <br/>
<a id="pl.74.18"></a><var>74.18</var>be provided by a supervisor who:<br/>
<a id="pl.74.19"></a><var>74.19</var>    (1) is a licensed social worker who has completed the supervised practice <br/>
<a id="pl.74.20"></a><var>74.20</var>requirements;<br/>
<a id="pl.74.21"></a><var>74.21</var>    (2) is a licensed graduate social worker, licensed independent social worker, or <br/>
<a id="pl.74.22"></a><var>74.22</var>licensed independent clinical social worker; or<br/>
<a id="pl.74.23"></a><var>74.23</var>    (3) meets the requirements specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.120, subdivision 2</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.74.24"></a><var>74.24</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Supervisee requirements.</b> The supervisee must:<br/>
<a id="pl.74.25"></a><var>74.25</var>    (1) to the satisfaction of the supervisor, practice competently and ethically according <br/>
<a id="pl.74.26"></a><var>74.26</var>to professional social work knowledge, skills, and values;<br/>
<a id="pl.74.27"></a><var>74.27</var>    (2) receive supervision in the following content areas:<br/>
<a id="pl.74.28"></a><var>74.28</var>    (i) development of professional values and responsibilities;<br/>
<a id="pl.74.29"></a><var>74.29</var>    (ii) practice skills;<br/>
<a id="pl.74.30"></a><var>74.30</var>    (iii) authorized scope of practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.74.31"></a><var>74.31</var>    (iv) ensuring continuing competence; and<br/>
<a id="pl.74.32"></a><var>74.32</var>    (v) ethical standards of practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.74.33"></a><var>74.33</var>    (3) submit a supervision plan according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.125, subdivision 1</statute_ref>; and<br/>
<a id="pl.74.34"></a><var>74.34</var>    (4) if the board audits the supervisee's supervised practice, submit verification of <br/>
<a id="pl.74.35"></a><var>74.35</var>supervised practice according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.125, subdivision 3</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.75.1"></a><var>75.1</var>    Subd. 6. <b>After completion of supervision requirements.</b> A licensed social worker <br/>
<a id="pl.75.2"></a><var>75.2</var>who fulfills the supervision requirements specified in subdivisions 1 to 5 is not required to <br/>
<a id="pl.75.3"></a><var>75.3</var>be supervised after completion of the supervision requirements.<br/>
<a id="pl.75.4"></a><var>75.4</var>    Subd. 7. <b>Attestation.</b> The social worker and the social worker's supervisor must <br/>
<a id="pl.75.5"></a><var>75.5</var>attest that the supervisee has met or has made progress on meeting the applicable <br/>
<a id="pl.75.6"></a><var>75.6</var>supervision requirements according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.125, subdivision 2</statute_ref>.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.83.0"></a><a id="pl.75.7"></a><var>75.7</var>    Sec. 83. <b>[148E.105] LICENSED GRADUATE SOCIAL WORKERS WHO DO </b><br/>
<a id="pl.75.8"></a><var>75.8</var><b>NOT PRACTICE CLINICAL SOCIAL WORK; SUPERVISED PRACTICE.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.75.9"></a><var>75.9</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Supervision required after licensure.</b> After receiving a license <br/>
<a id="pl.75.10"></a><var>75.10</var>from the board as a licensed graduate social worker, a licensed graduate social worker <br/>
<a id="pl.75.11"></a><var>75.11</var>must obtain at least 100 hours of supervision according to the requirements of this section.<br/>
<a id="pl.75.12"></a><var>75.12</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Practice requirements.</b> The supervision required by subdivision 1 must <br/>
<a id="pl.75.13"></a><var>75.13</var>be obtained during the first 4,000 hours of postgraduate social work practice authorized <br/>
<a id="pl.75.14"></a><var>75.14</var>by law. At least four hours of supervision must be obtained during every 160 hours of <br/>
<a id="pl.75.15"></a><var>75.15</var>practice.<br/>
<a id="pl.75.16"></a><var>75.16</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Types of supervision.</b> Of the 100 hours of supervision required under <br/>
<a id="pl.75.17"></a><var>75.17</var>subdivision 1:<br/>
<a id="pl.75.18"></a><var>75.18</var>    (1) 50 hours must be provided though one-on-one supervision, including: (i) <br/>
<a id="pl.75.19"></a><var>75.19</var>a minimum of 25 hours of in-person supervision, and (ii) no more than 25 hours of <br/>
<a id="pl.75.20"></a><var>75.20</var>supervision via eye-to-eye electronic media; and<br/>
<a id="pl.75.21"></a><var>75.21</var>    (2) 50 hours must be provided through: (i) one-on-one supervision, or (ii) group <br/>
<a id="pl.75.22"></a><var>75.22</var>supervision. The supervision may be in-person, by telephone, or via eye-to-eye electronic <br/>
<a id="pl.75.23"></a><var>75.23</var>media. The supervision must not be provided by e-mail. Group supervision is limited <br/>
<a id="pl.75.24"></a><var>75.24</var>to six supervisees.<br/>
<a id="pl.75.25"></a><var>75.25</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Supervisor requirements.</b> The supervision required by subdivision 1 must <br/>
<a id="pl.75.26"></a><var>75.26</var>be provided by a supervisor who meets the requirements specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.120</statute_ref>. <br/>
<a id="pl.75.27"></a><var>75.27</var>The supervision must be provided by a:<br/>
<a id="pl.75.28"></a><var>75.28</var>    (1) licensed independent social worker; <br/>
<a id="pl.75.29"></a><var>75.29</var>    (2) licensed graduate social worker who has completed the supervised practice <br/>
<a id="pl.75.30"></a><var>75.30</var>requirements; <br/>
<a id="pl.75.31"></a><var>75.31</var>    (3) licensed independent clinical social worker; or <br/>
<a id="pl.75.32"></a><var>75.32</var>    (4) a supervisor who meets the requirements specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.120, <br/>
<a id="pl.75.33"></a><var>75.33</var>subdivision 2
</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.75.34"></a><var>75.34</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Supervisee requirements.</b> The supervisee must:<br/>
<a id="pl.76.1"></a><var>76.1</var>    (1) to the satisfaction of the supervisor, practice competently and ethically according <br/>
<a id="pl.76.2"></a><var>76.2</var>to professional social work knowledge, skills, and values;<br/>
<a id="pl.76.3"></a><var>76.3</var>    (2) receive supervision in the following content areas:<br/>
<a id="pl.76.4"></a><var>76.4</var>    (i) development of professional values and responsibilities;<br/>
<a id="pl.76.5"></a><var>76.5</var>    (ii) practice skills;<br/>
<a id="pl.76.6"></a><var>76.6</var>    (iii) authorized scope of practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.76.7"></a><var>76.7</var>    (iv) ensuring continuing competence; and<br/>
<a id="pl.76.8"></a><var>76.8</var>    (v) ethical standards of practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.76.9"></a><var>76.9</var>    (3) submit a supervision plan according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.125, subdivision 1</statute_ref>; and<br/>
<a id="pl.76.10"></a><var>76.10</var>    (4) verify supervised practice according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.125, subdivision 3</statute_ref>, if:<br/>
<a id="pl.76.11"></a><var>76.11</var>    (i) the board audits the supervisee's supervised practice; or<br/>
<a id="pl.76.12"></a><var>76.12</var>    (ii) a licensed graduate social worker applies for a licensed independent social <br/>
<a id="pl.76.13"></a><var>76.13</var>worker license.<br/>
<a id="pl.76.14"></a><var>76.14</var>    Subd. 6. <b>Supervision not required after completion of supervision requirements.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.76.15"></a><var>76.15</var>    A licensed graduate social worker who fulfills the supervision requirements specified in <br/>
<a id="pl.76.16"></a><var>76.16</var>subdivisions 1 to 5, and who does not practice clinical social work, is not required to be <br/>
<a id="pl.76.17"></a><var>76.17</var>supervised after completion of the supervision requirements.<br/>
<a id="pl.76.18"></a><var>76.18</var>    Subd. 7. <b>Attestation.</b> A social worker and the social worker's supervisor must attest <br/>
<a id="pl.76.19"></a><var>76.19</var>that the supervisee has met or has made progress on meeting the applicable supervision <br/>
<a id="pl.76.20"></a><var>76.20</var>requirements according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.125, subdivision 2</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.76.21"></a><var>76.21</var>    Subd. 8. <b>Eligibility to apply for licensure as a licensed independent social </b><br/>
<a id="pl.76.22"></a><var>76.22</var><b>worker.</b> Upon completion of 4,000 hours of social work practice, including at least 100 <br/>
<a id="pl.76.23"></a><var>76.23</var>hours of supervision according to the requirements of this section, a licensed graduate <br/>
<a id="pl.76.24"></a><var>76.24</var>social worker is eligible to apply for a licensed independent social worker license <br/>
<a id="pl.76.25"></a><var>76.25</var>according to section 148E.110.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.84.0"></a><a id="pl.76.26"></a><var>76.26</var>    Sec. 84. <b>[148E.106] LICENSED GRADUATE SOCIAL WORKERS WHO </b><br/>
<a id="pl.76.27"></a><var>76.27</var><b>PRACTICE CLINICAL SOCIAL WORK; SUPERVISED PRACTICE.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.76.28"></a><var>76.28</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Supervision required after licensure.</b> After receiving a license <br/>
<a id="pl.76.29"></a><var>76.29</var>from the board as a licensed graduate social worker, a licensed graduate social worker <br/>
<a id="pl.76.30"></a><var>76.30</var>must obtain at least 200 hours of supervision according to the requirements of this section.<br/>
<a id="pl.76.31"></a><var>76.31</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Practice requirements.</b> The supervision required by subdivision 1 must <br/>
<a id="pl.76.32"></a><var>76.32</var>be obtained during the first 4,000 hours of postgraduate social work practice authorized <br/>
<a id="pl.76.33"></a><var>76.33</var>by law. At least eight hours of supervision must be obtained during every 160 hours of <br/>
<a id="pl.76.34"></a><var>76.34</var>practice.<br/>
<a id="pl.77.1"></a><var>77.1</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Types of supervision.</b> Of the 200 hours of supervision required under <br/>
<a id="pl.77.2"></a><var>77.2</var>subdivision 1:<br/>
<a id="pl.77.3"></a><var>77.3</var>    (1) 100 hours must be provided through one-on-one supervision, including: (i) <br/>
<a id="pl.77.4"></a><var>77.4</var>a minimum of 50 hours of in-person supervision, and (ii) no more than 50 hours of <br/>
<a id="pl.77.5"></a><var>77.5</var>supervision via eye-to-eye electronic media; and<br/>
<a id="pl.77.6"></a><var>77.6</var>    (2) 100 hours must be provided through: (i) one-on-one supervision, or (ii) group <br/>
<a id="pl.77.7"></a><var>77.7</var>supervision. The supervision may be in-person, by telephone, or via eye-to-eye electronic <br/>
<a id="pl.77.8"></a><var>77.8</var>media. The supervision must not be provided by e-mail. Group supervision is limited <br/>
<a id="pl.77.9"></a><var>77.9</var>to six supervisees.<br/>
<a id="pl.77.10"></a><var>77.10</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Supervisor requirements.</b> The supervision required by subdivision 1 must <br/>
<a id="pl.77.11"></a><var>77.11</var>be provided by a supervisor who meets the requirements specified in section 148E.120. <br/>
<a id="pl.77.12"></a><var>77.12</var>The supervision must be provided:<br/>
<a id="pl.77.13"></a><var>77.13</var>    (1) by a licensed independent clinical social worker; or<br/>
<a id="pl.77.14"></a><var>77.14</var>    (2) by a supervisor who meets the requirements specified in section 148E.120, <br/>
<a id="pl.77.15"></a><var>77.15</var>subdivision 2.<br/>
<a id="pl.77.16"></a><var>77.16</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Supervisee requirements.</b> The supervisee must:<br/>
<a id="pl.77.17"></a><var>77.17</var>    (1) to the satisfaction of the supervisor, practice competently and ethically according <br/>
<a id="pl.77.18"></a><var>77.18</var>to professional social work knowledge, skills, and values;<br/>
<a id="pl.77.19"></a><var>77.19</var>    (2) receive supervision in the following content areas:<br/>
<a id="pl.77.20"></a><var>77.20</var>    (i) development of professional values and responsibilities;<br/>
<a id="pl.77.21"></a><var>77.21</var>    (ii) practice skills;<br/>
<a id="pl.77.22"></a><var>77.22</var>    (iii) authorized scope of practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.77.23"></a><var>77.23</var>    (iv) ensuring continuing competence; and<br/>
<a id="pl.77.24"></a><var>77.24</var>    (v) ethical standards of practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.77.25"></a><var>77.25</var>    (3) submit a supervision plan according to section 148E.125, subdivision 1; and <br/>
<a id="pl.77.26"></a><var>77.26</var>    (4) verify supervised practice according to section 148E.125, subdivision 3, if:<br/>
<a id="pl.77.27"></a><var>77.27</var>    (i) the board audits the supervisee's supervised practice; or<br/>
<a id="pl.77.28"></a><var>77.28</var>    (ii) a licensed graduate social worker applies for a licensed independent clinical <br/>
<a id="pl.77.29"></a><var>77.29</var>social worker license.<br/>
<a id="pl.77.30"></a><var>77.30</var>    Subd. 6. <b>Supervision required.</b> A licensed graduate social worker must not engage <br/>
<a id="pl.77.31"></a><var>77.31</var>in clinical social work practice except under supervision by a licensed independent <br/>
<a id="pl.77.32"></a><var>77.32</var>clinical social worker or an alternate supervisor designated according to section 148E.120, <br/>
<a id="pl.77.33"></a><var>77.33</var>subdivision 2.<br/>
<a id="pl.77.34"></a><var>77.34</var>    Subd. 7. <b>Limit on practice of clinical social work.</b> (a) Except as provided in <br/>
<a id="pl.77.35"></a><var>77.35</var>subdivision 8, a licensed graduate social worker must not engage in clinical social work <br/>
<a id="pl.77.36"></a><var>77.36</var>practice under supervision for more than 8,000 hours. In order to practice clinical social <br/>
<a id="pl.78.1"></a><var>78.1</var>work for more than 8,000 hours, a licensed graduate social worker must obtain a licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.78.2"></a><var>78.2</var>independent clinical social worker license.<br/>
<a id="pl.78.3"></a><var>78.3</var>    (b) Notwithstanding the requirements of paragraph (a), the board may grant a <br/>
<a id="pl.78.4"></a><var>78.4</var>licensed graduate social worker permission to engage in clinical social work practice for <br/>
<a id="pl.78.5"></a><var>78.5</var>more than 8,000 hours if the licensed graduate social worker petitions the board and <br/>
<a id="pl.78.6"></a><var>78.6</var>demonstrates to the board's satisfaction that for reasons of personal hardship the licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.78.7"></a><var>78.7</var>graduate social worker should be granted an extension to continue practicing clinical <br/>
<a id="pl.78.8"></a><var>78.8</var>social work under supervision for up to an additional 2,000 hours.<br/>
<a id="pl.78.9"></a><var>78.9</var>    Subd. 8. <b>Eligibility to apply for licensure as a licensed independent social </b><br/>
<a id="pl.78.10"></a><var>78.10</var><b>worker.</b> Upon completion of 4,000 hours of clinical social work practice, including at <br/>
<a id="pl.78.11"></a><var>78.11</var>least 1,800 hours of direct clinical client contact and 200 hours of supervision according to <br/>
<a id="pl.78.12"></a><var>78.12</var>the requirements of this section, a licensed graduate social worker is eligible to apply for a <br/>
<a id="pl.78.13"></a><var>78.13</var>licensed independent clinical social worker license under section 148E.115, subdivision 1.<br/>
<a id="pl.78.14"></a><var>78.14</var>    Subd. 9. <b>Attestation.</b> A social worker and the social worker's supervisor must attest <br/>
<a id="pl.78.15"></a><var>78.15</var>that the supervisee has met or has made progress on meeting the applicable supervision <br/>
<a id="pl.78.16"></a><var>78.16</var>requirements according to section 148E.125, subdivision 2.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.85.0"></a><a id="pl.78.17"></a><var>78.17</var>    Sec. 85. <b>[148E.110] LICENSED INDEPENDENT SOCIAL WORKERS; </b><br/>
<a id="pl.78.18"></a><var>78.18</var><b>SUPERVISED PRACTICE.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.78.19"></a><var>78.19</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Supervision required before licensure.</b> Before becoming licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.78.20"></a><var>78.20</var>as a licensed independent social worker, a person must have obtained at least 100 hours <br/>
<a id="pl.78.21"></a><var>78.21</var>of supervision during 4,000 hours of postgraduate social work practice required by law <br/>
<a id="pl.78.22"></a><var>78.22</var>according to the requirements of section 
<statute_ref>148E.105, subdivisions 3, 4, and 5</statute_ref>. At least four <br/>
<a id="pl.78.23"></a><var>78.23</var>hours of supervision must be obtained during every 160 hours of practice.<br/>
<a id="pl.78.24"></a><var>78.24</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Licensed independent social workers; clinical social work after </b><br/>
<a id="pl.78.25"></a><var>78.25</var><b>licensure.</b> After licensure, a licensed independent social worker must not engage in <br/>
<a id="pl.78.26"></a><var>78.26</var>clinical social work practice except under supervision by a licensed independent clinical <br/>
<a id="pl.78.27"></a><var>78.27</var>social worker or an alternate supervisor designated according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.120, <br/>
<a id="pl.78.28"></a><var>78.28</var>subdivision 2
</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.78.29"></a><var>78.29</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Limit on practice of clinical social work.</b> (a) Except as provided in <br/>
<a id="pl.78.30"></a><var>78.30</var>paragraph (b), a licensed independent social worker must not engage in clinical social <br/>
<a id="pl.78.31"></a><var>78.31</var>work practice under supervision for more than 8,000 hours. In order to practice clinical <br/>
<a id="pl.78.32"></a><var>78.32</var>social work for more than 8,000 hours, a licensed independent social worker must obtain a <br/>
<a id="pl.78.33"></a><var>78.33</var>licensed independent clinical social worker license.<br/>
<a id="pl.78.34"></a><var>78.34</var>    (b) Notwithstanding the requirements of paragraph (a), the board may grant a <br/>
<a id="pl.78.35"></a><var>78.35</var>licensed independent social worker permission to engage in clinical social work practice <br/>
<a id="pl.79.1"></a><var>79.1</var>for more than 8,000 hours if the licensed independent social worker petitions the board <br/>
<a id="pl.79.2"></a><var>79.2</var>and demonstrates to the board's satisfaction that for reasons of personal hardship the <br/>
<a id="pl.79.3"></a><var>79.3</var>licensed independent social worker should be granted an extension to continue practicing <br/>
<a id="pl.79.4"></a><var>79.4</var>clinical social work under supervision for up to an additional 2,000 hours.<br/>
<a id="pl.79.5"></a><var>79.5</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Licensed independent social workers who do not practice clinical </b><br/>
<a id="pl.79.6"></a><var>79.6</var><b>social work after licensure.</b> After licensure, a licensed independent social worker is not <br/>
<a id="pl.79.7"></a><var>79.7</var>required to be supervised if the licensed independent social worker does not practice <br/>
<a id="pl.79.8"></a><var>79.8</var>clinical social work.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.86.0"></a><a id="pl.79.9"></a><var>79.9</var>    Sec. 86. <b>[148E.115] LICENSED INDEPENDENT CLINICAL SOCIAL </b><br/>
<a id="pl.79.10"></a><var>79.10</var><b>WORKERS; SUPERVISION.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.79.11"></a><var>79.11</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Supervision required before licensure.</b> Before becoming licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.79.12"></a><var>79.12</var>as a licensed independent clinical social worker, a person must have obtained at least 200 <br/>
<a id="pl.79.13"></a><var>79.13</var>hours of supervision during 4,000 hours of postgraduate clinical practice required by law <br/>
<a id="pl.79.14"></a><var>79.14</var>according to the requirements of section 
<statute_ref></statute_ref>148E.106.<br/>
<a id="pl.79.15"></a><var>79.15</var>    Subd. 2. <b>No supervision required after licensure.</b> After licensure, a licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.79.16"></a><var>79.16</var>independent clinical social worker is not required to be supervised.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.87.0"></a><a id="pl.79.17"></a><var>79.17</var>    Sec. 87. <b>[148E.120] REQUIREMENTS OF SUPERVISORS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.79.18"></a><var>79.18</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Supervisors licensed as social workers.</b> (a) Except as provided in <br/>
<a id="pl.79.19"></a><var>79.19</var>paragraph (b), to be eligible to provide supervision under this section, a social worker must:<br/>
<statute_ref></statute_ref>
<statute_ref></statute_ref><a id="pl.79.20"></a><var>79.20</var>    (1) have at least 2,000 hours of experience in authorized social work practice. If <br/>
<a id="pl.79.21"></a><var>79.21</var>the person is providing clinical supervision, the 2,000 hours must include 1,000 hours of <br/>
<a id="pl.79.22"></a><var>79.22</var>experience in clinical practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.79.23"></a><var>79.23</var>    (2) have completed 30 hours of training in supervision through coursework from <br/>
<a id="pl.79.24"></a><var>79.24</var>an accredited college or university, or through continuing education in compliance with <br/>
<a id="pl.79.25"></a><var>79.25</var>sections 148E.130 to 148E.170;<br/>
<a id="pl.79.26"></a><var>79.26</var>    (3) be competent in the activities being supervised; and <br/>
<a id="pl.79.27"></a><var>79.27</var>    (4) attest, on a form provided by the board, that the social worker has met the <br/>
<a id="pl.79.28"></a><var>79.28</var>applicable requirements specified in this section and sections 148E.100 to 148E.115. The <br/>
<a id="pl.79.29"></a><var>79.29</var>board may audit the information provided to determine compliance with the requirements <br/>
<a id="pl.79.30"></a><var>79.30</var>of this section.<br/>
<a id="pl.79.31"></a><var>79.31</var>    (b) If the board determines that supervision is not obtainable from an individual <br/>
<a id="pl.79.32"></a><var>79.32</var>meeting the requirements specified in paragraph (a), the board may approve an alternate <br/>
<a id="pl.79.33"></a><var>79.33</var>supervisor according to subdivision 2.<br/>
<a id="pl.80.1"></a><var>80.1</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Alternate supervisors.</b> (a) The board may approve an alternate supervisor <br/>
<a id="pl.80.2"></a><var>80.2</var>if:<br/>
<a id="pl.80.3"></a><var>80.3</var>    (1) the board determines that supervision is not obtainable according to paragraph <br/>
<a id="pl.80.4"></a><var>80.4</var>(b);<br/>
<a id="pl.80.5"></a><var>80.5</var>    (2) the licensee requests in the supervision plan submitted according to section <br/>
<a id="pl.80.6"></a><var>80.6</var><statute_ref>148E.125, subdivision 1</statute_ref>, that an alternate supervisor conduct the supervision;<br/>
<a id="pl.80.7"></a><var>80.7</var>    (3) the licensee describes the proposed supervision and the name and qualifications <br/>
<a id="pl.80.8"></a><var>80.8</var>of the proposed alternate supervisor; and<br/>
<a id="pl.80.9"></a><var>80.9</var>    (4) the requirements of paragraph (d) are met.<br/>
<a id="pl.80.10"></a><var>80.10</var>    (b) The board may determine that supervision is not obtainable if:<br/>
<a id="pl.80.11"></a><var>80.11</var>    (1) the licensee provides documentation as an attachment to the supervision plan <br/>
<a id="pl.80.12"></a><var>80.12</var>submitted according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.125, subdivision 1</statute_ref>, that the licensee has conducted a <br/>
<a id="pl.80.13"></a><var>80.13</var>thorough search for a supervisor meeting the applicable licensure requirements specified <br/>
<a id="pl.80.14"></a><var>80.14</var>in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.100</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.115</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.80.15"></a><var>80.15</var>    (2) the licensee demonstrates to the board's satisfaction that the search was <br/>
<a id="pl.80.16"></a><var>80.16</var>unsuccessful; and<br/>
<a id="pl.80.17"></a><var>80.17</var>    (3) the licensee describes the extent of the search and the names and locations of <br/>
<a id="pl.80.18"></a><var>80.18</var>the persons and organizations contacted.<br/>
<a id="pl.80.19"></a><var>80.19</var>    (c) The requirements specified in paragraph (b) do not apply to obtaining supervision <br/>
<a id="pl.80.20"></a><var>80.20</var>for clinical practice if the board determines that there are five or fewer licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.80.21"></a><var>80.21</var>independent clinical social workers in the county where the licensee practices social work.<br/>
<a id="pl.80.22"></a><var>80.22</var>    (d) An alternate supervisor must:<br/>
<a id="pl.80.23"></a><var>80.23</var>    (1) be an unlicensed social worker who is employed in, and provides the supervision <br/>
<a id="pl.80.24"></a><var>80.24</var>in, a setting exempt from licensure by section 
<statute_ref>148E.065</statute_ref>, and who has qualifications <br/>
<a id="pl.80.25"></a><var>80.25</var>equivalent to the applicable requirements specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.100</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.115</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.80.26"></a><var>80.26</var>    (2) be a social worker engaged in authorized practice in Iowa, Manitoba, North <br/>
<a id="pl.80.27"></a><var>80.27</var>Dakota, Ontario, South Dakota, or Wisconsin, and has the qualifications equivalent to the <br/>
<a id="pl.80.28"></a><var>80.28</var>applicable requirements specified in sections 148E.100 to 148E.115; or<br/>
<a id="pl.80.29"></a><var>80.29</var>    (3) be a licensed marriage and family therapist or a mental health professional <br/>
<a id="pl.80.30"></a><var>80.30</var>as established by section 
<statute_ref>245.462, subdivision 18</statute_ref>, or 
<statute_ref>245.4871, subdivision 27</statute_ref>, or an <br/>
<a id="pl.80.31"></a><var>80.31</var>equivalent mental health professional, as determined by the board, who is licensed or <br/>
<a id="pl.80.32"></a><var>80.32</var>credentialed by a state, territorial, provincial, or foreign licensing agency.<br/>
<a id="pl.80.33"></a><var>80.33</var>    In order to qualify to provide clinical supervision of a licensed graduate social <br/>
<a id="pl.80.34"></a><var>80.34</var>worker or licensed independent social worker engaged in clinical practice, the alternate <br/>
<a id="pl.80.35"></a><var>80.35</var>supervisor must be a mental health professional as established by section 
<statute_ref>245.462, <br/>
<a id="pl.80.36"></a><var>80.36</var>subdivision 18
</statute_ref>, or 
<statute_ref>245.4871, subdivision 27</statute_ref>, or an equivalent mental health professional, <br/>
<a id="pl.81.1"></a><var>81.1</var>as determined by the board, who is licensed or credentialed by a state, territorial, <br/>
<a id="pl.81.2"></a><var>81.2</var>provincial, or foreign licensing agency.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.88.0"></a><a id="pl.81.3"></a><var>81.3</var>    Sec. 88. <b>[148E.125] DOCUMENTATION OF SUPERVISION.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.81.4"></a><var>81.4</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Supervision plan.</b> (a) A social worker must submit, on a form <br/>
<a id="pl.81.5"></a><var>81.5</var>provided by the board, a supervision plan for meeting the supervision requirements <br/>
<a id="pl.81.6"></a><var>81.6</var>specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.100</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.120</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.81.7"></a><var>81.7</var>    (b) The supervision plan must be submitted no later than 90 days after the licensee <br/>
<a id="pl.81.8"></a><var>81.8</var>begins a social work practice position after becoming licensed.<br/>
<a id="pl.81.9"></a><var>81.9</var>    (c) For failure to submit the supervision plan within 90 days after beginning a social <br/>
<a id="pl.81.10"></a><var>81.10</var>work practice position, a licensee must pay the supervision plan late fee specified in <br/>
<a id="pl.81.11"></a><var>81.11</var>section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref> when the licensee applies for license renewal.<br/>
<a id="pl.81.12"></a><var>81.12</var>    (d) A license renewal application submitted according to paragraph (a) must not be <br/>
<a id="pl.81.13"></a><var>81.13</var>approved unless the board has received a supervision plan.<br/>
<a id="pl.81.14"></a><var>81.14</var>    (e) The supervision plan must include the following:<br/>
<a id="pl.81.15"></a><var>81.15</var>    (1) the name of the supervisee, the name of the agency in which the supervisee is <br/>
<a id="pl.81.16"></a><var>81.16</var>being supervised, and the supervisee's position title;<br/>
<a id="pl.81.17"></a><var>81.17</var>    (2) the name and qualifications of the person providing the supervision;<br/>
<a id="pl.81.18"></a><var>81.18</var>    (3) the number of hours of one-on-one in-person supervision and the number and <br/>
<a id="pl.81.19"></a><var>81.19</var>type of additional hours of supervision to be completed by the supervisee;<br/>
<a id="pl.81.20"></a><var>81.20</var>    (4) the supervisee's position description;<br/>
<a id="pl.81.21"></a><var>81.21</var>    (5) a brief description of the supervision the supervisee will receive in the following <br/>
<a id="pl.81.22"></a><var>81.22</var>content areas:<br/>
<a id="pl.81.23"></a><var>81.23</var>    (i) clinical practice, if applicable;<br/>
<a id="pl.81.24"></a><var>81.24</var>    (ii) development of professional social work knowledge, skills, and values;<br/>
<a id="pl.81.25"></a><var>81.25</var>    (iii) practice methods;<br/>
<a id="pl.81.26"></a><var>81.26</var>    (iv) authorized scope of practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.81.27"></a><var>81.27</var>    (v) ensuring continuing competence; and<br/>
<a id="pl.81.28"></a><var>81.28</var>    (vi) ethical standards of practice; and<br/>
<a id="pl.81.29"></a><var>81.29</var>    (6) if applicable, a detailed description of the supervisee's clinical social work <br/>
<a id="pl.81.30"></a><var>81.30</var>practice, addressing:<br/>
<a id="pl.81.31"></a><var>81.31</var>    (i) the client population, the range of presenting issues, and the diagnoses;<br/>
<a id="pl.81.32"></a><var>81.32</var>    (ii) the clinical modalities that were utilized; and<br/>
<a id="pl.81.33"></a><var>81.33</var>    (iii) the process utilized for determining clinical diagnoses, including the diagnostic <br/>
<a id="pl.81.34"></a><var>81.34</var>instruments used and the role of the supervisee in the diagnostic process.<br/>
<a id="pl.82.1"></a><var>82.1</var>    (f) The board must receive a revised supervision plan within 90 days of any of the <br/>
<a id="pl.82.2"></a><var>82.2</var>following changes:<br/>
<a id="pl.82.3"></a><var>82.3</var>    (1) the supervisee has a new supervisor;<br/>
<a id="pl.82.4"></a><var>82.4</var>    (2) the supervisee begins a new social work position;<br/>
<a id="pl.82.5"></a><var>82.5</var>    (3) the scope or content of the supervisee's social work practice changes substantially;<br/>
<a id="pl.82.6"></a><var>82.6</var>    (4) the number of practice or supervision hours changes substantially; or<br/>
<a id="pl.82.7"></a><var>82.7</var>    (5) the type of supervision changes as supervision is described in section 
<statute_ref>148E.100, <br/>
<a id="pl.82.8"></a><var>82.8</var>subdivision 3
</statute_ref>, or 
<statute_ref>148E.105, subdivision 3</statute_ref>, or as required in section 
<statute_ref>148E.115</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.82.9"></a><var>82.9</var>    (g) For failure to submit a revised supervision plan as required in paragraph (f), a <br/>
<a id="pl.82.10"></a><var>82.10</var>supervisee must pay the supervision plan late fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>, when <br/>
<a id="pl.82.11"></a><var>82.11</var>the supervisee applies for license renewal.<br/>
<a id="pl.82.12"></a><var>82.12</var>    (h) The board must approve the supervisor and the supervision plan.<br/>
<a id="pl.82.13"></a><var>82.13</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Attestation.</b> (a) When a supervisee submits renewal application materials <br/>
<a id="pl.82.14"></a><var>82.14</var>to the board, the supervisee and supervisor must submit an attestation providing the <br/>
<a id="pl.82.15"></a><var>82.15</var>following information on a form provided by the board:<br/>
<a id="pl.82.16"></a><var>82.16</var>    (1) the name of the supervisee, the name of the agency in which the supervisee is <br/>
<a id="pl.82.17"></a><var>82.17</var>being supervised, and the supervisee's position title;<br/>
<a id="pl.82.18"></a><var>82.18</var>    (2) the name and qualifications of the supervisor;<br/>
<a id="pl.82.19"></a><var>82.19</var>    (3) the number of hours and dates of each type of supervision completed;<br/>
<a id="pl.82.20"></a><var>82.20</var>    (4) the supervisee's position description;<br/>
<a id="pl.82.21"></a><var>82.21</var>    (5) a declaration that the supervisee has not engaged in conduct in violation of the <br/>
<a id="pl.82.22"></a><var>82.22</var>standards of practice specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.195</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.240</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.82.23"></a><var>82.23</var>    (6) a declaration that the supervisee has practiced competently and ethically <br/>
<a id="pl.82.24"></a><var>82.24</var>according to professional social work knowledge, skills, and values; and<br/>
<a id="pl.82.25"></a><var>82.25</var>    (7) a list of the content areas in which the supervisee has received supervision, <br/>
<a id="pl.82.26"></a><var>82.26</var>including the following:<br/>
<a id="pl.82.27"></a><var>82.27</var>    (i) clinical practice, if applicable;<br/>
<a id="pl.82.28"></a><var>82.28</var>    (ii) development of professional social work knowledge, skills, and values;<br/>
<a id="pl.82.29"></a><var>82.29</var>    (iii) practice methods;<br/>
<a id="pl.82.30"></a><var>82.30</var>    (iv) authorized scope of practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.82.31"></a><var>82.31</var>    (v) ensuring continuing competence; and<br/>
<a id="pl.82.32"></a><var>82.32</var>    (vi) ethical standards of practice.<br/>
<a id="pl.82.33"></a><var>82.33</var>    (b) The information provided on the attestation form must demonstrate to the board's <br/>
<a id="pl.82.34"></a><var>82.34</var>satisfaction that the supervisee has met or has made progress on meeting the applicable <br/>
<a id="pl.82.35"></a><var>82.35</var>supervised practice requirements.<br/>
<a id="pl.83.1"></a><var>83.1</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Verification of supervised practice.</b> (a) In addition to receiving the <br/>
<a id="pl.83.2"></a><var>83.2</var>attestation required under subdivision 2, the board must receive verification of supervised <br/>
<a id="pl.83.3"></a><var>83.3</var>practice if:<br/>
<a id="pl.83.4"></a><var>83.4</var>    (1) the board audits the supervision of a supervisee; or<br/>
<a id="pl.83.5"></a><var>83.5</var>    (2) an applicant applies for a license as a licensed independent social worker or as a <br/>
<a id="pl.83.6"></a><var>83.6</var>licensed independent clinical social worker.<br/>
<a id="pl.83.7"></a><var>83.7</var>    (b) When verification of supervised practice is required according to paragraph (a), <br/>
<a id="pl.83.8"></a><var>83.8</var>the board must receive from the supervisor the following information on a form provided <br/>
<a id="pl.83.9"></a><var>83.9</var>by the board:<br/>
<a id="pl.83.10"></a><var>83.10</var>    (1) the name of the supervisee, the name of the agency in which the supervisee is <br/>
<a id="pl.83.11"></a><var>83.11</var>being supervised, and the supervisee's position title;<br/>
<a id="pl.83.12"></a><var>83.12</var>    (2) the name and qualifications of the supervisor;<br/>
<a id="pl.83.13"></a><var>83.13</var>    (3) the number of hours and dates of each type of supervision completed;<br/>
<a id="pl.83.14"></a><var>83.14</var>    (4) the supervisee's position description;<br/>
<a id="pl.83.15"></a><var>83.15</var>    (5) a declaration that the supervisee has not engaged in conduct in violation of the <br/>
<a id="pl.83.16"></a><var>83.16</var>standards of practice specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.195</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.240</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.83.17"></a><var>83.17</var>    (6) a declaration that the supervisee has practiced ethically and competently <br/>
<a id="pl.83.18"></a><var>83.18</var>according to professional social work knowledge, skills, and values;<br/>
<a id="pl.83.19"></a><var>83.19</var>    (7) a list of the content areas in which the supervisee has received supervision, <br/>
<a id="pl.83.20"></a><var>83.20</var>including the following:<br/>
<a id="pl.83.21"></a><var>83.21</var>    (i) clinical practice, if applicable;<br/>
<a id="pl.83.22"></a><var>83.22</var>    (ii) development of professional social work knowledge, skills, and values;<br/>
<a id="pl.83.23"></a><var>83.23</var>    (iii) practice methods;<br/>
<a id="pl.83.24"></a><var>83.24</var>    (iv) authorized scope of practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.83.25"></a><var>83.25</var>    (v) ensuring continuing competence; and<br/>
<a id="pl.83.26"></a><var>83.26</var>    (vi) ethical standards of practice; and<br/>
<a id="pl.83.27"></a><var>83.27</var>    (8) if applicable, a detailed description of the supervisee's clinical social work <br/>
<a id="pl.83.28"></a><var>83.28</var>practice, addressing:<br/>
<a id="pl.83.29"></a><var>83.29</var>    (i) the client population, the range of presenting issues, and the diagnoses;<br/>
<a id="pl.83.30"></a><var>83.30</var>    (ii) the clinical modalities that were utilized; and<br/>
<a id="pl.83.31"></a><var>83.31</var>    (iii) the process utilized for determining clinical diagnoses, including the diagnostic <br/>
<a id="pl.83.32"></a><var>83.32</var>instruments used and the role of the supervisee in the diagnostic process.<br/>
<a id="pl.83.33"></a><var>83.33</var>    (c) The information provided on the verification form must demonstrate to the board's <br/>
<a id="pl.83.34"></a><var>83.34</var>satisfaction that the supervisee has met the applicable supervised practice requirements.<br/>
<a id="pl.83.35"></a><var>83.35</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Alternative verification of supervised practice.</b> Notwithstanding the <br/>
<a id="pl.83.36"></a><var>83.36</var>requirements of subdivision 3, the board may accept alternative verification of supervised <br/>
<a id="pl.84.1"></a><var>84.1</var>practice if a supervisee demonstrates to the satisfaction of the board that the supervisee is <br/>
<a id="pl.84.2"></a><var>84.2</var>unable to locate a former supervisor to provide the required information.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.89.0"></a><a id="pl.84.3"></a><var>84.3</var>    Sec. 89. <b>[148E.130] CLOCK HOURS REQUIRED.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.84.4"></a><var>84.4</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Total clock hours required.</b> At the time of license renewal, a <br/>
<a id="pl.84.5"></a><var>84.5</var>licensee must provide evidence satisfactory to the board that the licensee has, during the <br/>
<a id="pl.84.6"></a><var>84.6</var>renewal term, completed at least 40 clock hours of continuing education.<br/>
<a id="pl.84.7"></a><var>84.7</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Ethics requirement.</b> At least two of the clock hours required under <br/>
<a id="pl.84.8"></a><var>84.8</var>subdivision 1 must be in social work ethics.<br/>
<a id="pl.84.9"></a><var>84.9</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Requirement for LICSWs.</b> For licensed independent clinical social <br/>
<a id="pl.84.10"></a><var>84.10</var>workers, at least 24 of the clock hours required under subdivision 1 must be in the clinical <br/>
<a id="pl.84.11"></a><var>84.11</var>content areas specified in section 148E.055, subdivision 5.<br/>
<a id="pl.84.12"></a><var>84.12</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Requirement for supervisors.</b> For social workers providing supervision <br/>
<a id="pl.84.13"></a><var>84.13</var>according to sections 148E.100 to 148E.125, at least six of the clock hours required under <br/>
<a id="pl.84.14"></a><var>84.14</var>subdivision 1 must be in the practice of supervision.<br/>
<a id="pl.84.15"></a><var>84.15</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Independent study.</b> Independent study must not consist of more than ten <br/>
<a id="pl.84.16"></a><var>84.16</var>clock hours of continuing education per renewal term. Independent study must be for <br/>
<a id="pl.84.17"></a><var>84.17</var>publication, public presentation, or professional development. Independent study includes, <br/>
<a id="pl.84.18"></a><var>84.18</var>but is not limited to, electronic study. For purposes of subdivision 6, independent study <br/>
<a id="pl.84.19"></a><var>84.19</var>includes consultation with an experienced supervisor regarding the practice of supervision.<br/>
<a id="pl.84.20"></a><var>84.20</var>    Subd. 6. <b>Coursework.</b> One credit of coursework in a semester-based academic <br/>
<a id="pl.84.21"></a><var>84.21</var>institution is the equivalent of 15 clock hours.<br/>
<a id="pl.84.22"></a><var>84.22</var>    Subd. 7. <b>Prorated renewal term.</b> If the licensee's renewal term is prorated to be <br/>
<a id="pl.84.23"></a><var>84.23</var>less or more than 24 months, the required number of continuing education clock hours is <br/>
<a id="pl.84.24"></a><var>84.24</var>prorated proportionately.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.90.0"></a><a id="pl.84.25"></a><var>84.25</var>    Sec. 90. <b>[148E.135] APPROVAL OF CLOCK HOURS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.84.26"></a><var>84.26</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Ways of approving clock hours.</b> The clock hours required under <br/>
<a id="pl.84.27"></a><var>84.27</var>section 
<statute_ref>148E.130</statute_ref> must be approved in one or more of the following ways:<br/>
<a id="pl.84.28"></a><var>84.28</var>    (1) the hours must be offered by a continuing education provider approved by the <br/>
<a id="pl.84.29"></a><var>84.29</var>board;<br/>
<a id="pl.84.30"></a><var>84.30</var>    (2) the hours must be offered by a continuing education provider approved by the <br/>
<a id="pl.84.31"></a><var>84.31</var>Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.84.32"></a><var>84.32</var>    (3) the hours must be earned through a continuing education program approved by <br/>
<a id="pl.84.33"></a><var>84.33</var>the National Association of Social Workers; or<br/>
<a id="pl.85.1"></a><var>85.1</var>    (4) the hours must be earned through a continuing education program approved <br/>
<a id="pl.85.2"></a><var>85.2</var>by the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.85.3"></a><var>85.3</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Preapproval not required.</b> Providers and programs are not required to be <br/>
<a id="pl.85.4"></a><var>85.4</var>preapproved but must meet the requirements specified in this section.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.91.0"></a><a id="pl.85.5"></a><var>85.5</var>    Sec. 91. <b>[148E.140] VARIANCES.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.85.6"></a><var>85.6</var>    The board may grant a variance to the continuing education requirements specified <br/>
<a id="pl.85.7"></a><var>85.7</var>in section 
<statute_ref>148E.130</statute_ref>, when a licensee demonstrates to the satisfaction of the board that the <br/>
<a id="pl.85.8"></a><var>85.8</var>licensee is unable to complete the required number of clock hours during the renewal term. <br/>
<a id="pl.85.9"></a><var>85.9</var>The board may allow a licensee to complete the required number of clock hours within a <br/>
<a id="pl.85.10"></a><var>85.10</var>time frame specified by the board. The board must not allow a licensee to complete less <br/>
<a id="pl.85.11"></a><var>85.11</var>than the required number of clock hours.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.92.0"></a><a id="pl.85.12"></a><var>85.12</var>    Sec. 92. <b>[148E.145] CONTINUING EDUCATION PROVIDERS APPROVED </b><br/>
<a id="pl.85.13"></a><var>85.13</var><b>BY BOARD.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.85.14"></a><var>85.14</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Board approval.</b> (a) The board must approve a continuing education <br/>
<a id="pl.85.15"></a><var>85.15</var>provider who:<br/>
<a id="pl.85.16"></a><var>85.16</var>    (1) submits a completed application to the board which provides the information <br/>
<a id="pl.85.17"></a><var>85.17</var>required by subdivision 2 and which meets the criteria specified in subdivision 3; and<br/>
<a id="pl.85.18"></a><var>85.18</var>    (2) pays the provider fee specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.85.19"></a><var>85.19</var>    (b) An approval is valid for programs offered no later than one year from the date <br/>
<a id="pl.85.20"></a><var>85.20</var>the application is approved by the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.85.21"></a><var>85.21</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Information required.</b> The information that must be provided to the board <br/>
<a id="pl.85.22"></a><var>85.22</var>includes, but is not limited to, the following:<br/>
<a id="pl.85.23"></a><var>85.23</var>    (1) the name of the continuing education provider;<br/>
<a id="pl.85.24"></a><var>85.24</var>    (2) the address, telephone number, and e-mail address of a contact person for the <br/>
<a id="pl.85.25"></a><var>85.25</var>provider;<br/>
<a id="pl.85.26"></a><var>85.26</var>    (3) a signed statement that indicates the provider understands and agrees to abide by <br/>
<a id="pl.85.27"></a><var>85.27</var>the criteria specified in subdivision 3; and<br/>
<a id="pl.85.28"></a><var>85.28</var>    (4) a signed statement that indicates the provider agrees to furnish a certificate of <br/>
<a id="pl.85.29"></a><var>85.29</var>attendance to each participant in a program offered by the provider.<br/>
<a id="pl.85.30"></a><var>85.30</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Criteria for programs.</b> (a) A continuing education provider must employ <br/>
<a id="pl.85.31"></a><var>85.31</var>the following criteria in determining whether to offer a continuing education program:<br/>
<a id="pl.85.32"></a><var>85.32</var>    (1) whether the material to be presented will promote the standards of practice <br/>
<a id="pl.85.33"></a><var>85.33</var>described in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.195</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.240</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.86.1"></a><var>86.1</var>    (2) whether the material to be presented will contribute to the practice of social work <br/>
<a id="pl.86.2"></a><var>86.2</var>as defined in section 
<statute_ref>148E.010</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.86.3"></a><var>86.3</var>    (3) whether the material to be presented is intended for the benefit of practicing <br/>
<a id="pl.86.4"></a><var>86.4</var>social workers; and<br/>
<a id="pl.86.5"></a><var>86.5</var>    (4) whether the persons presenting the program are qualified in the subject matter <br/>
<a id="pl.86.6"></a><var>86.6</var>being presented.<br/>
<a id="pl.86.7"></a><var>86.7</var>    (b) The material presented must not be primarily procedural or primarily oriented <br/>
<a id="pl.86.8"></a><var>86.8</var>towards business practices or self-development.<br/>
<a id="pl.86.9"></a><var>86.9</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Audits.</b> (a) The board may audit programs offered by a continuing <br/>
<a id="pl.86.10"></a><var>86.10</var>education provider approved by the board to determine compliance with the requirements <br/>
<a id="pl.86.11"></a><var>86.11</var>of this section.<br/>
<a id="pl.86.12"></a><var>86.12</var>    (b) A continuing education provider audited by the board must provide the <br/>
<a id="pl.86.13"></a><var>86.13</var>documentation specified in subdivision 5.<br/>
<a id="pl.86.14"></a><var>86.14</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Records retention; continuing education providers.</b> For three years <br/>
<a id="pl.86.15"></a><var>86.15</var>following the end of each program offered by a continuing education provider, the <br/>
<a id="pl.86.16"></a><var>86.16</var>provider must maintain the following information:<br/>
<a id="pl.86.17"></a><var>86.17</var>    (1) the title of the program;<br/>
<a id="pl.86.18"></a><var>86.18</var>    (2) a description of the content and objectives of the program;<br/>
<a id="pl.86.19"></a><var>86.19</var>    (3) the date of the program;<br/>
<a id="pl.86.20"></a><var>86.20</var>    (4) the number of clock hours credited for participation in the program;<br/>
<a id="pl.86.21"></a><var>86.21</var>    (5) the program location;<br/>
<a id="pl.86.22"></a><var>86.22</var>    (6) the names and qualifications of the primary presenters;<br/>
<a id="pl.86.23"></a><var>86.23</var>    (7) a description of the primary audience the program was designed for; and<br/>
<a id="pl.86.24"></a><var>86.24</var>    (8) a list of the participants in the program.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.93.0"></a><a id="pl.86.25"></a><var>86.25</var>    Sec. 93. <b>[148E.150] APPROVED CONTINUING EDUCATION PROVIDERS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.86.26"></a><var>86.26</var>    In order to receive credit for a program offered by a continuing education provider <br/>
<a id="pl.86.27"></a><var>86.27</var>approved by the Association of Social Work Boards or a similar examination body <br/>
<a id="pl.86.28"></a><var>86.28</var>designated by the board, the provider must be listed on the Association of Social Work <br/>
<a id="pl.86.29"></a><var>86.29</var>Boards Web site as a provider currently approved by the Association of Social Work <br/>
<a id="pl.86.30"></a><var>86.30</var>Boards or a similar examination body designated by the board.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.94.0"></a><a id="pl.86.31"></a><var>86.31</var>    Sec. 94. <b>[148E.155] APPROVED CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.86.32"></a><var>86.32</var>    In order to receive credit for a program approved by the National Association of <br/>
<a id="pl.86.33"></a><var>86.33</var>Social Workers, the program must be listed on the National Association of Social Workers <br/>
<a id="pl.86.34"></a><var>86.34</var>Web site as a program currently approved by the National Association of Social Workers.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.95.0"></a><a id="pl.87.1"></a><var>87.1</var>    Sec. 95. <b>[148E.160] CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS APPROVED </b><br/>
<a id="pl.87.2"></a><var>87.2</var><b>BY BOARD.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.87.3"></a><var>87.3</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Required program content.</b> In order to be approved by the board, a <br/>
<a id="pl.87.4"></a><var>87.4</var>continuing education program must:<br/>
<a id="pl.87.5"></a><var>87.5</var>    (1) promote the standards of practice described in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.195</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.240</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.87.6"></a><var>87.6</var>    (2) contribute to the practice of social work as defined in section 
<statute_ref>148E.010</statute_ref>; and<br/>
<a id="pl.87.7"></a><var>87.7</var>    (3) not be primarily procedural or be primarily oriented towards business practices <br/>
<a id="pl.87.8"></a><var>87.8</var>or self-development.<br/>
<a id="pl.87.9"></a><var>87.9</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Types of continuing education programs.</b> In order to be approved by <br/>
<a id="pl.87.10"></a><var>87.10</var>the board, a continuing education program must be one of the following: academic <br/>
<a id="pl.87.11"></a><var>87.11</var>coursework offered by an institution of higher learning; educational workshops, seminars, <br/>
<a id="pl.87.12"></a><var>87.12</var>or conferences offered by an organization or individual; staff training offered by a public <br/>
<a id="pl.87.13"></a><var>87.13</var>or private employer; or independent study.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.96.0"></a><a id="pl.87.14"></a><var>87.14</var>    Sec. 96. <b>[148E.165] CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS OF </b><br/>
<a id="pl.87.15"></a><var>87.15</var><b>LICENSEES.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.87.16"></a><var>87.16</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Records retention; licensees.</b> For one year following the expiration <br/>
<a id="pl.87.17"></a><var>87.17</var>date of a license, the licensee must maintain documentation of clock hours earned during <br/>
<a id="pl.87.18"></a><var>87.18</var>the previous renewal term. The documentation must include the following:<br/>
<a id="pl.87.19"></a><var>87.19</var>    (1) for educational workshops or seminars offered by an organization or at a <br/>
<a id="pl.87.20"></a><var>87.20</var>conference, a copy of the certificate of attendance issued by the presenter or sponsor <br/>
<a id="pl.87.21"></a><var>87.21</var>giving the following information:<br/>
<a id="pl.87.22"></a><var>87.22</var>    (i) the name of the sponsor or presenter of the program;<br/>
<a id="pl.87.23"></a><var>87.23</var>    (ii) the title of the workshop or seminar;<br/>
<a id="pl.87.24"></a><var>87.24</var>    (iii) the dates the licensee participated in the program; and<br/>
<a id="pl.87.25"></a><var>87.25</var>    (iv) the number of clock hours completed;<br/>
<a id="pl.87.26"></a><var>87.26</var>    (2) for academic coursework offered by an institution of higher learning, a copy of a <br/>
<a id="pl.87.27"></a><var>87.27</var>transcript giving the following information:<br/>
<a id="pl.87.28"></a><var>87.28</var>    (i) the name of the institution offering the course;<br/>
<a id="pl.87.29"></a><var>87.29</var>    (ii) the title of the course;<br/>
<a id="pl.87.30"></a><var>87.30</var>    (iii) the dates the licensee participated in the course; and<br/>
<a id="pl.87.31"></a><var>87.31</var>    (iv) the number of credits completed;<br/>
<a id="pl.87.32"></a><var>87.32</var>    (3) for staff training offered by public or private employers, a copy of the certificate <br/>
<a id="pl.87.33"></a><var>87.33</var>of attendance issued by the employer giving the following information:<br/>
<a id="pl.87.34"></a><var>87.34</var>    (i) the name of the employer;<br/>
<a id="pl.87.35"></a><var>87.35</var>    (ii) the title of the staff training;<br/>
<a id="pl.88.1"></a><var>88.1</var>    (iii) the dates the licensee participated in the program; and<br/>
<a id="pl.88.2"></a><var>88.2</var>    (iv) the number of clock hours completed; and<br/>
<a id="pl.88.3"></a><var>88.3</var>    (4) for independent study, including electronic study, a written summary of the study <br/>
<a id="pl.88.4"></a><var>88.4</var>conducted, including the following information:<br/>
<a id="pl.88.5"></a><var>88.5</var>    (i) the topics studied;<br/>
<a id="pl.88.6"></a><var>88.6</var>    (ii) a description of the applicability of the study to the licensee's authorized scope of <br/>
<a id="pl.88.7"></a><var>88.7</var>practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.88.8"></a><var>88.8</var>    (iii) the titles and authors of books and articles consulted or the name of the <br/>
<a id="pl.88.9"></a><var>88.9</var>organization offering the study;<br/>
<a id="pl.88.10"></a><var>88.10</var>    (iv) the dates the licensee conducted the study; and<br/>
<a id="pl.88.11"></a><var>88.11</var>    (v) the number of clock hours the licensee conducted the study.<br/>
<a id="pl.88.12"></a><var>88.12</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Audits.</b> The board may audit license renewal and reactivation applications <br/>
<a id="pl.88.13"></a><var>88.13</var>to determine compliance with the requirements of sections 
<statute_ref>148E.130</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.170</statute_ref>. A <br/>
<a id="pl.88.14"></a><var>88.14</var>licensee audited by the board must provide the documentation specified in subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.88.15"></a><var>88.15</var>1 regardless of whether the provider or program has been approved by the board, the <br/>
<a id="pl.88.16"></a><var>88.16</var>Association of Social Work Boards, or a similar examination body designated by the <br/>
<a id="pl.88.17"></a><var>88.17</var>board, or the National Association of Social Workers.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.97.0"></a><a id="pl.88.18"></a><var>88.18</var>    Sec. 97. <b>[148E.170] REVOCATION OF CONTINUING EDUCATION </b><br/>
<a id="pl.88.19"></a><var>88.19</var><b>APPROVALS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.88.20"></a><var>88.20</var>    The board may revoke approval of a provider or of a program offered by a provider, <br/>
<a id="pl.88.21"></a><var>88.21</var>or of an individual program approved by the board, if the board determines subsequent <br/>
<a id="pl.88.22"></a><var>88.22</var>to the approval that the provider or program failed to meet the requirements of sections <br/>
<a id="pl.88.23"></a><var>88.23</var><statute_ref>148E.130</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.170</statute_ref>.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.98.0"></a><a id="pl.88.24"></a><var>88.24</var>    Sec. 98. <b>[148E.175] FEES.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.88.25"></a><var>88.25</var>    The fees specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.180</statute_ref> are nonrefundable and must be deposited in <br/>
<a id="pl.88.26"></a><var>88.26</var>the state government special revenue fund.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.99.0"></a><a id="pl.88.27"></a><var>88.27</var>    Sec. 99. <b>[148E.180] FEE AMOUNTS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.88.28"></a><var>88.28</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Application fees.</b> Application fees for licensure are as follows:<br/>
<a id="pl.88.29"></a><var>88.29</var>    (1) for a licensed social worker, $45;<br/>
<a id="pl.88.30"></a><var>88.30</var>    (2) for a licensed graduate social worker, $45;<br/>
<a id="pl.88.31"></a><var>88.31</var>    (3) for a licensed independent social worker, $90;<br/>
<a id="pl.88.32"></a><var>88.32</var>    (4) for a licensed independent clinical social worker, $90;<br/>
<a id="pl.88.33"></a><var>88.33</var>    (5) for a temporary license, $50; and<br/>
<a id="pl.89.1"></a><var>89.1</var>    (6) for a licensure by endorsement, $150.<br/>
<a id="pl.89.2"></a><var>89.2</var>    The fee for criminal background checks is the fee charged by the Bureau of Criminal <br/>
<a id="pl.89.3"></a><var>89.3</var>Apprehension. The criminal background check fee must be included with the application <br/>
<a id="pl.89.4"></a><var>89.4</var>fee as required according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.89.5"></a><var>89.5</var>    Subd. 2. <b>License fees.</b> License fees are as follows:<br/>
<a id="pl.89.6"></a><var>89.6</var>    (1) for a licensed social worker, $115.20;<br/>
<a id="pl.89.7"></a><var>89.7</var>    (2) for a licensed graduate social worker, $201.60;<br/>
<a id="pl.89.8"></a><var>89.8</var>    (3) for a licensed independent social worker, $302.40;<br/>
<a id="pl.89.9"></a><var>89.9</var>    (4) for a licensed independent clinical social worker, $331.20;<br/>
<a id="pl.89.10"></a><var>89.10</var>    (5) for an emeritus license, $43.20; and<br/>
<a id="pl.89.11"></a><var>89.11</var>    (6) for a temporary leave fee, the same as the renewal fee specified in subdivision 3.<br/>
<a id="pl.89.12"></a><var>89.12</var>    If the licensee's initial license term is less or more than 24 months, the required <br/>
<a id="pl.89.13"></a><var>89.13</var>license fees must be prorated proportionately.<br/>
<a id="pl.89.14"></a><var>89.14</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Renewal fees.</b> Renewal fees for licensure are as follows:<br/>
<a id="pl.89.15"></a><var>89.15</var>    (1) for a licensed social worker, $115.20;<br/>
<a id="pl.89.16"></a><var>89.16</var>    (2) for a licensed graduate social worker, $201.60;<br/>
<a id="pl.89.17"></a><var>89.17</var>    (3) for a licensed independent social worker, $302.40; and<br/>
<a id="pl.89.18"></a><var>89.18</var>    (4) for a licensed independent clinical social worker, $331.20.<br/>
<a id="pl.89.19"></a><var>89.19</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Continuing education provider fees.</b> Continuing education provider <br/>
<a id="pl.89.20"></a><var>89.20</var>fees are as follows:<br/>
<a id="pl.89.21"></a><var>89.21</var>    (1) for a provider who offers programs totaling one to eight clock hours in a one-year <br/>
<a id="pl.89.22"></a><var>89.22</var>period according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.145</statute_ref>, $50;<br/>
<a id="pl.89.23"></a><var>89.23</var>    (2) for a provider who offers programs totaling nine to 16 clock hours in a one-year <br/>
<a id="pl.89.24"></a><var>89.24</var>period according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.145</statute_ref>, $100;<br/>
<a id="pl.89.25"></a><var>89.25</var>    (3) for a provider who offers programs totaling 17 to 32 clock hours in a one-year <br/>
<a id="pl.89.26"></a><var>89.26</var>period according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.145</statute_ref>, $200;<br/>
<a id="pl.89.27"></a><var>89.27</var>    (4) for a provider who offers programs totaling 33 to 48 clock hours in a one-year <br/>
<a id="pl.89.28"></a><var>89.28</var>period according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.145</statute_ref>, $400; and<br/>
<a id="pl.89.29"></a><var>89.29</var>    (5) for a provider who offers programs totaling 49 or more clock hours in a one-year <br/>
<a id="pl.89.30"></a><var>89.30</var>period according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.145</statute_ref>, $600.<br/>
<a id="pl.89.31"></a><var>89.31</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Late fees.</b> Late fees are as follows:<br/>
<a id="pl.89.32"></a><var>89.32</var>    (1) renewal late fee, one-half of the renewal fee specified in subdivision 3; and<br/>
<a id="pl.89.33"></a><var>89.33</var>    (2) supervision plan late fee, $40.<br/>
<a id="pl.89.34"></a><var>89.34</var>    Subd. 6. <b>License cards and wall certificates.</b> (a) The fee for a license card as <br/>
<a id="pl.89.35"></a><var>89.35</var>specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.095</statute_ref> is $10.<br/>
<a id="pl.89.36"></a><var>89.36</var>    (b) The fee for a license wall certificate as specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.095</statute_ref> is $30.<br/>
<a id="pl.90.1"></a><var>90.1</var>    Subd. 7. <b>Reactivation fees.</b> Reactivation fees are as follows:<br/>
<a id="pl.90.2"></a><var>90.2</var>    (1) reactivation from a temporary leave or emeritus status, the prorated share of the <br/>
<a id="pl.90.3"></a><var>90.3</var>renewal fee specified in subdivision 3; and<br/>
<a id="pl.90.4"></a><var>90.4</var>    (2) reactivation of an expired license, 1-1/2 times the renewal fees specified in <br/>
<a id="pl.90.5"></a><var>90.5</var>subdivision 3.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.100.0"></a><a id="pl.90.6"></a><var>90.6</var>    Sec. 100. <b>[148E.185] PURPOSE OF COMPLIANCE LAWS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.90.7"></a><var>90.7</var>    The purpose of sections 
<statute_ref>148E.185</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.290</statute_ref> is to protect the public by ensuring <br/>
<a id="pl.90.8"></a><var>90.8</var>that all persons licensed as social workers meet minimum standards of practice. The <br/>
<a id="pl.90.9"></a><var>90.9</var>board shall promptly and fairly investigate and resolve all complaints alleging violations <br/>
<a id="pl.90.10"></a><var>90.10</var>of statutes and rules that the board is empowered to enforce and (1) take appropriate <br/>
<a id="pl.90.11"></a><var>90.11</var>disciplinary action, adversarial action, or other action justified by the facts, or (2) enter <br/>
<a id="pl.90.12"></a><var>90.12</var>into corrective action agreements or stipulations to cease practice, when doing so is <br/>
<a id="pl.90.13"></a><var>90.13</var>consistent with the board's obligation to protect the public.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.101.0"></a><a id="pl.90.14"></a><var>90.14</var>    Sec. 101. <b>[148E.190] GROUNDS FOR ACTION.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.90.15"></a><var>90.15</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Scope.</b> The grounds for action in subdivisions 2 to 4 and the <br/>
<a id="pl.90.16"></a><var>90.16</var>standards of practice requirements in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.195</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.240</statute_ref> apply to all licensees <br/>
<a id="pl.90.17"></a><var>90.17</var>and applicants.<br/>
<a id="pl.90.18"></a><var>90.18</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Violations.</b> The board has grounds to take action according to sections <br/>
<a id="pl.90.19"></a><var>90.19</var><statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref> when a social worker violates:<br/>
<a id="pl.90.20"></a><var>90.20</var>    (1) a statute or rule enforced by the board, including this section and sections <br/>
<a id="pl.90.21"></a><var>90.21</var><statute_ref>148E.195</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.240</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.90.22"></a><var>90.22</var>    (2) a federal or state law or rule related to the practice of social work; or<br/>
<a id="pl.90.23"></a><var>90.23</var>    (3) an order, stipulation, or agreement agreed to or issued by the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.90.24"></a><var>90.24</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Conduct before licensure.</b> A violation of the requirements specified in this <br/>
<a id="pl.90.25"></a><var>90.25</var>section and sections 
<statute_ref>148E.195</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.240</statute_ref> is grounds for the board to take action under <br/>
<a id="pl.90.26"></a><var>90.26</var>sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref>. The board's jurisdiction to exercise the powers provided in <br/>
<a id="pl.90.27"></a><var>90.27</var>this section extends to an applicant or licensee's conduct that occurred before licensure if:<br/>
<a id="pl.90.28"></a><var>90.28</var>    (1) the conduct did not meet the minimum accepted and prevailing standards of <br/>
<a id="pl.90.29"></a><var>90.29</var>professional social work practice at the time the conduct occurred; or<br/>
<a id="pl.90.30"></a><var>90.30</var>    (2) the conduct adversely affects the applicant or licensee's present ability to practice <br/>
<a id="pl.90.31"></a><var>90.31</var>social work in conformity with the requirements of sections 
<statute_ref>148E.195</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.240</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.90.32"></a><var>90.32</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Unauthorized practice.</b> The board has grounds to take action according <br/>
<a id="pl.90.33"></a><var>90.33</var>to sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref> when a social worker:<br/>
<a id="pl.90.34"></a><var>90.34</var>    (1) practices outside the scope of practice authorized by section 
<statute_ref>148E.050</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.91.1"></a><var>91.1</var>    (2) engages in the practice of social work without a social work license under <br/>
<a id="pl.91.2"></a><var>91.2</var>section 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref> or 
<statute_ref>148E.060</statute_ref>, except when the social worker is exempt from licensure <br/>
<a id="pl.91.3"></a><var>91.3</var>under section 
<statute_ref>148E.065</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.91.4"></a><var>91.4</var>    (3) provides social work services to a client who receives social work services in <br/>
<a id="pl.91.5"></a><var>91.5</var>this state, and is not licensed under section 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref> or 
<statute_ref>148E.060</statute_ref>, except when the social <br/>
<a id="pl.91.6"></a><var>91.6</var>worker is exempt from licensure under section 
<statute_ref>148E.065</statute_ref>.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.102.0"></a><a id="pl.91.7"></a><var>91.7</var>    Sec. 102. <b>[148E.195] REPRESENTATIONS TO CLIENTS AND PUBLIC.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.91.8"></a><var>91.8</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Required displays and information for clients.</b> (a) A social worker <br/>
<a id="pl.91.9"></a><var>91.9</var>must conspicuously display at the social worker's places of practice, or make available as <br/>
<a id="pl.91.10"></a><var>91.10</var>a handout for all clients, information that the client has the right to the following:<br/>
<a id="pl.91.11"></a><var>91.11</var>    (1) to be informed of the social worker's license status, education, training, and <br/>
<a id="pl.91.12"></a><var>91.12</var>experience;<br/>
<a id="pl.91.13"></a><var>91.13</var>    (2) to examine public data on the social worker maintained by the board;<br/>
<a id="pl.91.14"></a><var>91.14</var>    (3) to report a complaint about the social worker's practice to the board; and<br/>
<a id="pl.91.15"></a><var>91.15</var>    (4) to be informed of the board's mailing address, e-mail address, Web site address, <br/>
<a id="pl.91.16"></a><var>91.16</var>and telephone number.<br/>
<a id="pl.91.17"></a><var>91.17</var>    (b) A social worker must conspicuously display the social worker's wall certificate at <br/>
<a id="pl.91.18"></a><var>91.18</var>the social worker's places of practice and office locations. Additional wall certificates may <br/>
<a id="pl.91.19"></a><var>91.19</var>be requested according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.095</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.91.20"></a><var>91.20</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Representations.</b> (a) No applicant or other individual may be represented <br/>
<a id="pl.91.21"></a><var>91.21</var>to the public by any title incorporating the words "social work" or "social worker" unless <br/>
<a id="pl.91.22"></a><var>91.22</var>the individual holds a license according to sections 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref> and 
<statute_ref>148E.060</statute_ref> or practices in <br/>
<a id="pl.91.23"></a><var>91.23</var>a setting exempt from licensure according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.065</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.91.24"></a><var>91.24</var>    (b) In all professional use of a social worker's name, the social worker must use <br/>
<a id="pl.91.25"></a><var>91.25</var>the license designation "LSW" or "licensed social worker" for a licensed social worker, <br/>
<a id="pl.91.26"></a><var>91.26</var>"LGSW" or "licensed graduate social worker" for a licensed graduate social worker, <br/>
<a id="pl.91.27"></a><var>91.27</var>"LISW" or "licensed independent social worker" for a licensed independent social worker, <br/>
<a id="pl.91.28"></a><var>91.28</var>or "LICSW" or "licensed independent clinical social worker" for a licensed independent <br/>
<a id="pl.91.29"></a><var>91.29</var>clinical social worker.<br/>
<a id="pl.91.30"></a><var>91.30</var>    (c) Public statements or advertisements must not be untruthful, misleading, false, <br/>
<a id="pl.91.31"></a><var>91.31</var>fraudulent, deceptive, or potentially exploitative of clients, former clients, interns, <br/>
<a id="pl.91.32"></a><var>91.32</var>students, supervisees, or the public.<br/>
<a id="pl.91.33"></a><var>91.33</var>    (d) A social worker must not:<br/>
<a id="pl.91.34"></a><var>91.34</var>    (1) use licensure status as a claim, promise, or guarantee of successful service;<br/>
<a id="pl.91.35"></a><var>91.35</var>    (2) obtain a license by cheating or employing fraud or deception;<br/>
<a id="pl.92.1"></a><var>92.1</var>    (3) make false statements or misrepresentations to the board or in materials <br/>
<a id="pl.92.2"></a><var>92.2</var>submitted to the board; or<br/>
<a id="pl.92.3"></a><var>92.3</var>    (4) engage in conduct that has the potential to deceive or defraud a social work <br/>
<a id="pl.92.4"></a><var>92.4</var>client, intern, student, supervisee, or the public.<br/>
<a id="pl.92.5"></a><var>92.5</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Information on credentials.</b> (a) A social worker must provide accurate <br/>
<a id="pl.92.6"></a><var>92.6</var>and factual information concerning the social worker's credentials, education, training, <br/>
<a id="pl.92.7"></a><var>92.7</var>and experience when the information is requested by clients, potential clients, or other <br/>
<a id="pl.92.8"></a><var>92.8</var>persons or organizations.<br/>
<a id="pl.92.9"></a><var>92.9</var>    (b) A social worker must not misrepresent directly or by implication the social <br/>
<a id="pl.92.10"></a><var>92.10</var>worker's license, degree, professional certifications, affiliations, or other professional <br/>
<a id="pl.92.11"></a><var>92.11</var>qualifications in any oral or written communications to clients, potential clients, or other <br/>
<a id="pl.92.12"></a><var>92.12</var>persons or organizations. A social worker must take reasonable steps to prevent such <br/>
<a id="pl.92.13"></a><var>92.13</var>misrepresentations by other social workers.<br/>
<a id="pl.92.14"></a><var>92.14</var>    (c) A social worker must not hold out as a person licensed as a social worker without <br/>
<a id="pl.92.15"></a><var>92.15</var>having a social work license according to sections 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref> and 
<statute_ref>148E.060</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.92.16"></a><var>92.16</var>    (d) A social worker must not misrepresent directly or by implication (1) affiliations <br/>
<a id="pl.92.17"></a><var>92.17</var>with institutions or organizations, or (2) purposes or characteristics of institutions or <br/>
<a id="pl.92.18"></a><var>92.18</var>organizations with which the social worker is or has been affiliated.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.103.0"></a><a id="pl.92.19"></a><var>92.19</var>    Sec. 103. <b>[148E.200] COMPETENCE.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.92.20"></a><var>92.20</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Competence.</b> (a) A social worker must provide services and hold <br/>
<a id="pl.92.21"></a><var>92.21</var>out as competent only to the extent the social worker's education, training, license, <br/>
<a id="pl.92.22"></a><var>92.22</var>consultation received, supervision experience, or other relevant professional experience <br/>
<a id="pl.92.23"></a><var>92.23</var>demonstrate competence in the services provided. A social worker must make a referral <br/>
<a id="pl.92.24"></a><var>92.24</var>to a competent professional when the services required are beyond the social worker's <br/>
<a id="pl.92.25"></a><var>92.25</var>competence or authorized scope of practice.<br/>
<a id="pl.92.26"></a><var>92.26</var>    (b) When generally recognized standards do not exist with respect to an emerging <br/>
<a id="pl.92.27"></a><var>92.27</var>area of practice, including but not limited to providing social work services through <br/>
<a id="pl.92.28"></a><var>92.28</var>electronic means, a social worker must take the steps necessary, such as consultation or <br/>
<a id="pl.92.29"></a><var>92.29</var>supervision, to ensure the competence of the social worker's work and to protect clients <br/>
<a id="pl.92.30"></a><var>92.30</var>from harm.<br/>
<a id="pl.92.31"></a><var>92.31</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Supervision or consultation.</b> Notwithstanding the completion of <br/>
<a id="pl.92.32"></a><var>92.32</var>supervision requirements as specified in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.100</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.125</statute_ref>, a social worker <br/>
<a id="pl.92.33"></a><var>92.33</var>must obtain supervision or engage in consultation when appropriate or necessary for <br/>
<a id="pl.92.34"></a><var>92.34</var>competent and ethical practice.<br/>
<a id="pl.93.1"></a><var>93.1</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Delegation of social work responsibilities.</b> (a) A social worker must not <br/>
<a id="pl.93.2"></a><var>93.2</var>delegate a social work responsibility to another individual when the social worker knows <br/>
<a id="pl.93.3"></a><var>93.3</var>or reasonably should know that the individual is not licensed when required to be licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.93.4"></a><var>93.4</var>according to sections 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref> and 
<statute_ref>148E.060</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.93.5"></a><var>93.5</var>    (b) A social worker must not delegate a social work responsibility to another <br/>
<a id="pl.93.6"></a><var>93.6</var>individual when the social worker knows or reasonably should know that the individual is <br/>
<a id="pl.93.7"></a><var>93.7</var>not competent to assume the responsibility or perform the task.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.104.0"></a><a id="pl.93.8"></a><var>93.8</var>    Sec. 104. <b>[148E.205] IMPAIRMENT.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.93.9"></a><var>93.9</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Grounds for action.</b> The board has grounds to take action under <br/>
<a id="pl.93.10"></a><var>93.10</var>sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref> when a social worker is unable to practice with reasonable <br/>
<a id="pl.93.11"></a><var>93.11</var>skill and safety by reason of illness, use of alcohol, drugs, chemicals, or any other <br/>
<a id="pl.93.12"></a><var>93.12</var>materials, or as a result of any mental, physical, or psychological condition.<br/>
<a id="pl.93.13"></a><var>93.13</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Self-reporting.</b> A social worker regulated by the board who is unable <br/>
<a id="pl.93.14"></a><var>93.14</var>to practice with reasonable skill and safety by reason of illness, use of alcohol, drugs, <br/>
<a id="pl.93.15"></a><var>93.15</var>chemicals, or any other materials, or as a result of any mental, physical, or psychological <br/>
<a id="pl.93.16"></a><var>93.16</var>condition, must report to the board or the health professionals services program.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.105.0"></a><a id="pl.93.17"></a><var>93.17</var>    Sec. 105. <b>[148E.210] PROFESSIONAL AND ETHICAL CONDUCT.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.93.18"></a><var>93.18</var>    The board has grounds to take action under sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref> when a <br/>
<a id="pl.93.19"></a><var>93.19</var>social worker:<br/>
<a id="pl.93.20"></a><var>93.20</var>    (1) engages in unprofessional or unethical conduct, including any departure from <br/>
<a id="pl.93.21"></a><var>93.21</var>or failure to conform to the minimum accepted ethical and other prevailing standards of <br/>
<a id="pl.93.22"></a><var>93.22</var>professional social work practice, without actual injury to a social work client, intern, <br/>
<a id="pl.93.23"></a><var>93.23</var>student, supervisee, or the public needing to be established;<br/>
<a id="pl.93.24"></a><var>93.24</var>    (2) engages in conduct that has the potential to cause harm to a client, intern, <br/>
<a id="pl.93.25"></a><var>93.25</var>student, supervisee, or the public;<br/>
<a id="pl.93.26"></a><var>93.26</var>    (3) demonstrates a willful or careless disregard for the health, welfare, or safety of <br/>
<a id="pl.93.27"></a><var>93.27</var>a client, intern, student, or supervisee; or<br/>
<a id="pl.93.28"></a><var>93.28</var>    (4) engages in acts or conduct adversely affecting the applicant or licensee's current <br/>
<a id="pl.93.29"></a><var>93.29</var>ability or fitness to engage in social work practice, whether or not the acts or conduct <br/>
<a id="pl.93.30"></a><var>93.30</var>occurred while engaged in the practice of social work.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.106.0"></a><a id="pl.93.31"></a><var>93.31</var>    Sec. 106. <b>[148E.215] RESPONSIBILITIES TO CLIENTS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.94.1"></a><var>94.1</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Responsibility to clients.</b> A social worker's primary professional <br/>
<a id="pl.94.2"></a><var>94.2</var>responsibility is to the client. A social worker must respect the client's interests, including <br/>
<a id="pl.94.3"></a><var>94.3</var>the interest in self-determination, except when required to do otherwise by law.<br/>
<a id="pl.94.4"></a><var>94.4</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Nondiscrimination.</b> A social worker must not discriminate against <br/>
<a id="pl.94.5"></a><var>94.5</var>a client, intern, student, or supervisee or in providing services to a client, intern, or <br/>
<a id="pl.94.6"></a><var>94.6</var>supervisee on the basis of age, gender, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, <br/>
<a id="pl.94.7"></a><var>94.7</var>religion, illness, disability, political affiliation, or social or economic status.<br/>
<a id="pl.94.8"></a><var>94.8</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Research.</b> When undertaking research activities, a social worker must <br/>
<a id="pl.94.9"></a><var>94.9</var>use accepted protocols for the protection of human subjects, including (1) establishing <br/>
<a id="pl.94.10"></a><var>94.10</var>appropriate safeguards to protect the subject's vulnerability, and (2) obtaining the subjects' <br/>
<a id="pl.94.11"></a><var>94.11</var>informed consent.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.107.0"></a><a id="pl.94.12"></a><var>94.12</var>    Sec. 107. <b>[148E.220] RELATIONSHIPS WITH CLIENTS, FORMER CLIENTS, </b><br/>
<a id="pl.94.13"></a><var>94.13</var><b>AND OTHERS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.94.14"></a><var>94.14</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Social worker responsibility.</b> (a) A social worker is responsible for <br/>
<a id="pl.94.15"></a><var>94.15</var>acting professionally in relationships with clients or former clients. A client or a former <br/>
<a id="pl.94.16"></a><var>94.16</var>client's initiation of, or attempt to engage in, or request to engage in, a personal, sexual, or <br/>
<a id="pl.94.17"></a><var>94.17</var>business relationship is not a defense to a violation of this section.<br/>
<a id="pl.94.18"></a><var>94.18</var>    (b) When a relationship is permitted by this section, social workers who engage in <br/>
<a id="pl.94.19"></a><var>94.19</var>such a relationship assume the full burden of demonstrating that the relationship will not <br/>
<a id="pl.94.20"></a><var>94.20</var>be detrimental to the client or the professional relationship.<br/>
<a id="pl.94.21"></a><var>94.21</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Professional boundaries.</b> A social worker must maintain appropriate <br/>
<a id="pl.94.22"></a><var>94.22</var>professional boundaries with a client. A social worker must not engage in practices with <br/>
<a id="pl.94.23"></a><var>94.23</var>clients that create an unacceptable risk of client harm or of impairing a social worker's <br/>
<a id="pl.94.24"></a><var>94.24</var>objectivity or professional judgment. A social worker must not act or fail to act in a way <br/>
<a id="pl.94.25"></a><var>94.25</var>that, as judged by a reasonable and prudent social worker, inappropriately encourages <br/>
<a id="pl.94.26"></a><var>94.26</var>the client to relate to the social worker outside of the boundaries of the professional <br/>
<a id="pl.94.27"></a><var>94.27</var>relationship, or in a way that interferes with the client's ability to benefit from social work <br/>
<a id="pl.94.28"></a><var>94.28</var>services from the social worker.<br/>
<a id="pl.94.29"></a><var>94.29</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Misuse of professional relationship.</b> A social worker must not use the <br/>
<a id="pl.94.30"></a><var>94.30</var>professional relationship with a client, student, supervisee, or intern to further the social <br/>
<a id="pl.94.31"></a><var>94.31</var>worker's personal, emotional, financial, sexual, religious, political, or business benefit or <br/>
<a id="pl.94.32"></a><var>94.32</var>interests.<br/>
<a id="pl.94.33"></a><var>94.33</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Improper termination.</b> A social worker must not terminate a professional <br/>
<a id="pl.94.34"></a><var>94.34</var>relationship for the purpose of beginning a personal, sexual, or business relationship <br/>
<a id="pl.94.35"></a><var>94.35</var>with a client.<br/>
<a id="pl.95.1"></a><var>95.1</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Personal relationship with a client.</b> (a) Except as provided in paragraph <br/>
<a id="pl.95.2"></a><var>95.2</var>(b), a social worker must not engage in a personal relationship with a client that creates a <br/>
<a id="pl.95.3"></a><var>95.3</var>risk of client harm or of impairing a social worker's objectivity or professional judgment.<br/>
<a id="pl.95.4"></a><var>95.4</var>    (b) Notwithstanding paragraph (a), if a social worker is unable to avoid a personal <br/>
<a id="pl.95.5"></a><var>95.5</var>relationship with a client, the social worker must take appropriate precautions, such as <br/>
<a id="pl.95.6"></a><var>95.6</var>consultation or supervision, to address the potential for risk of client harm or of impairing <br/>
<a id="pl.95.7"></a><var>95.7</var>a social worker's objectivity or professional judgment.<br/>
<a id="pl.95.8"></a><var>95.8</var>    Subd. 6. <b>Personal relationship with a former client.</b> A social worker may <br/>
<a id="pl.95.9"></a><var>95.9</var>engage in a personal relationship with a former client after appropriate termination of the <br/>
<a id="pl.95.10"></a><var>95.10</var>professional relationship, except:<br/>
<a id="pl.95.11"></a><var>95.11</var>    (1) as prohibited by subdivision 8; or<br/>
<a id="pl.95.12"></a><var>95.12</var>    (2) if a reasonable and prudent social worker would conclude after appropriate <br/>
<a id="pl.95.13"></a><var>95.13</var>assessment that (i) the former client is emotionally dependent on the social worker or <br/>
<a id="pl.95.14"></a><var>95.14</var>continues to relate to the social worker as a client, or (ii) the social worker is emotionally <br/>
<a id="pl.95.15"></a><var>95.15</var>dependent on the client or continues to relate to the former client as a social worker.<br/>
<a id="pl.95.16"></a><var>95.16</var>    Subd. 7. <b>Sexual conduct with a client.</b> A social worker must not engage in or <br/>
<a id="pl.95.17"></a><var>95.17</var>suggest sexual conduct with a client.<br/>
<a id="pl.95.18"></a><var>95.18</var>    Subd. 8. <b>Sexual conduct with a former client.</b> (a) A social worker who has <br/>
<a id="pl.95.19"></a><var>95.19</var>engaged in diagnosing, counseling, or treating a client with mental, emotional, or <br/>
<a id="pl.95.20"></a><var>95.20</var>behavioral disorders must not engage in or suggest sexual conduct with the former client <br/>
<a id="pl.95.21"></a><var>95.21</var>under any circumstances for a period of two years following the termination of the <br/>
<a id="pl.95.22"></a><var>95.22</var>professional relationship. After two years following the termination of the professional <br/>
<a id="pl.95.23"></a><var>95.23</var>relationship, a social worker who has engaged in diagnosing, counseling, or treating <br/>
<a id="pl.95.24"></a><var>95.24</var>a client with a mental, emotional, or behavioral disorder must not engage in or suggest <br/>
<a id="pl.95.25"></a><var>95.25</var>sexual conduct with the former client under any circumstances unless:<br/>
<a id="pl.95.26"></a><var>95.26</var>    (1) the social worker did not intentionally or unintentionally coerce, exploit, deceive, <br/>
<a id="pl.95.27"></a><var>95.27</var>or manipulate the former client at any time;<br/>
<a id="pl.95.28"></a><var>95.28</var>    (2) the social worker did not represent to the former client that sexual conduct with <br/>
<a id="pl.95.29"></a><var>95.29</var>the social worker is consistent with or part of the client's treatment;<br/>
<a id="pl.95.30"></a><var>95.30</var>    (3) the social worker's sexual conduct was not detrimental to the former client at <br/>
<a id="pl.95.31"></a><var>95.31</var>any time;<br/>
<a id="pl.95.32"></a><var>95.32</var>    (4) the former client is not emotionally dependent on the social worker and does <br/>
<a id="pl.95.33"></a><var>95.33</var>not continue to relate to the social worker as a client; and<br/>
<a id="pl.95.34"></a><var>95.34</var>    (5) the social worker is not emotionally dependent on the client and does not <br/>
<a id="pl.95.35"></a><var>95.35</var>continue to relate to the former client as a social worker.<br/>
<a id="pl.96.1"></a><var>96.1</var>    (b) If there is an alleged violation of paragraph (a), the social worker assumes the <br/>
<a id="pl.96.2"></a><var>96.2</var>full burden of demonstrating to the board that the social worker did not intentionally or <br/>
<a id="pl.96.3"></a><var>96.3</var>unintentionally coerce, exploit, deceive, or manipulate the client, and the social worker's <br/>
<a id="pl.96.4"></a><var>96.4</var>sexual conduct was not detrimental to the client at any time. Upon request, a social worker <br/>
<a id="pl.96.5"></a><var>96.5</var>must provide information to the board addressing:<br/>
<a id="pl.96.6"></a><var>96.6</var>    (1) the amount of time that has passed since termination of services;<br/>
<a id="pl.96.7"></a><var>96.7</var>    (2) the duration, intensity, and nature of services;<br/>
<a id="pl.96.8"></a><var>96.8</var>    (3) the circumstances of termination of services;<br/>
<a id="pl.96.9"></a><var>96.9</var>    (4) the former client's emotional, mental, and behavioral history;<br/>
<a id="pl.96.10"></a><var>96.10</var>    (5) the former client's current emotional, mental, and behavioral status;<br/>
<a id="pl.96.11"></a><var>96.11</var>    (6) the likelihood of adverse impact on the former client; and<br/>
<a id="pl.96.12"></a><var>96.12</var>    (7) the existence of actions, conduct, or statements made by the social worker during <br/>
<a id="pl.96.13"></a><var>96.13</var>the course of services suggesting or inviting the possibility of a sexual relationship with <br/>
<a id="pl.96.14"></a><var>96.14</var>the client following termination of services.<br/>
<a id="pl.96.15"></a><var>96.15</var>    (c) A social worker who has provided social work services other than those <br/>
<a id="pl.96.16"></a><var>96.16</var>described in paragraph (a) to a client must not engage in or suggest sexual conduct <br/>
<a id="pl.96.17"></a><var>96.17</var>with the former client if a reasonable and prudent social worker would conclude after <br/>
<a id="pl.96.18"></a><var>96.18</var>appropriate assessment that engaging in such behavior with the former client would create <br/>
<a id="pl.96.19"></a><var>96.19</var>an unacceptable risk of harm to the former client.<br/>
<a id="pl.96.20"></a><var>96.20</var>    Subd. 9. <b>Sexual conduct with student, supervisee, or intern.</b> (a) A social worker <br/>
<a id="pl.96.21"></a><var>96.21</var>must not engage in or suggest sexual conduct with a student while the social worker has <br/>
<a id="pl.96.22"></a><var>96.22</var>authority over any part of the student's academic program.<br/>
<a id="pl.96.23"></a><var>96.23</var>    (b) A social worker supervising an intern must not engage in or suggest sexual <br/>
<a id="pl.96.24"></a><var>96.24</var>conduct with the intern during the course of the internship.<br/>
<a id="pl.96.25"></a><var>96.25</var>    (c) A social worker practicing social work as a supervisor must not engage in or <br/>
<a id="pl.96.26"></a><var>96.26</var>suggest sexual conduct with a supervisee during the period of supervision.<br/>
<a id="pl.96.27"></a><var>96.27</var>    Subd. 10. <b>Sexual harassment.</b> A social worker must not engage in any physical, <br/>
<a id="pl.96.28"></a><var>96.28</var>oral, written, or electronic behavior that a client, former client, student, supervisee, or <br/>
<a id="pl.96.29"></a><var>96.29</var>intern may reasonably interpret as sexually harassing or sexually demeaning.<br/>
<a id="pl.96.30"></a><var>96.30</var>    Subd. 11. <b>Business relationship with client.</b> A social worker must not purchase <br/>
<a id="pl.96.31"></a><var>96.31</var>goods or services from a client or otherwise engage in a business relationship with a <br/>
<a id="pl.96.32"></a><var>96.32</var>client except when:<br/>
<a id="pl.96.33"></a><var>96.33</var>    (1) a social worker purchases goods or services from the client and a reasonable and <br/>
<a id="pl.96.34"></a><var>96.34</var>prudent social worker would determine that it is not practical or reasonable to obtain the <br/>
<a id="pl.96.35"></a><var>96.35</var>goods or services from another provider; and<br/>
<a id="pl.97.1"></a><var>97.1</var>    (2) engaging in the business relationship will not be detrimental to the client or the <br/>
<a id="pl.97.2"></a><var>97.2</var>professional relationship.<br/>
<a id="pl.97.3"></a><var>97.3</var>    Subd. 12. <b>Business relationship with former client.</b> A social worker may purchase <br/>
<a id="pl.97.4"></a><var>97.4</var>goods or services from a former client or otherwise engage in a business relationship with <br/>
<a id="pl.97.5"></a><var>97.5</var>a former client after appropriate termination of the professional relationship unless a <br/>
<a id="pl.97.6"></a><var>97.6</var>reasonable and prudent social worker would conclude after appropriate assessment that:<br/>
<a id="pl.97.7"></a><var>97.7</var>    (1) the former client is emotionally dependent on the social worker and purchasing <br/>
<a id="pl.97.8"></a><var>97.8</var>goods or services from the former client or otherwise engaging in a business relationship <br/>
<a id="pl.97.9"></a><var>97.9</var>with the former client would be detrimental to the former client; or<br/>
<a id="pl.97.10"></a><var>97.10</var>    (2) the social worker is emotionally dependent on the former client and purchasing <br/>
<a id="pl.97.11"></a><var>97.11</var>goods or services from the former client or otherwise engaging in a business relationship <br/>
<a id="pl.97.12"></a><var>97.12</var>with the former client would be detrimental to the former client.<br/>
<a id="pl.97.13"></a><var>97.13</var>    Subd. 13. <b>Previous sexual, personal, or business relationship.</b> (a) A social worker <br/>
<a id="pl.97.14"></a><var>97.14</var>must not engage in a social worker/client relationship with an individual with whom the <br/>
<a id="pl.97.15"></a><var>97.15</var>social worker had a previous sexual relationship.<br/>
<a id="pl.97.16"></a><var>97.16</var>    (b) A social worker must not engage in a social worker/client relationship with an <br/>
<a id="pl.97.17"></a><var>97.17</var>individual with whom the social worker had a previous personal or business relationship if <br/>
<a id="pl.97.18"></a><var>97.18</var>a reasonable and prudent social worker would conclude after appropriate assessment that <br/>
<a id="pl.97.19"></a><var>97.19</var>the social worker/client relationship would create an unacceptable risk of client harm or <br/>
<a id="pl.97.20"></a><var>97.20</var>that the social worker's objectivity or professional judgment may be impaired.<br/>
<a id="pl.97.21"></a><var>97.21</var>    Subd. 14. <b>Giving alcohol or other drugs to client.</b> (a) Unless authorized by law, a <br/>
<a id="pl.97.22"></a><var>97.22</var>social worker must not offer medication or controlled substances to a client.<br/>
<a id="pl.97.23"></a><var>97.23</var>    (b) A social worker must not accept medication or controlled substances from <br/>
<a id="pl.97.24"></a><var>97.24</var>a client, except that if authorized by law, a social worker may accept medication or <br/>
<a id="pl.97.25"></a><var>97.25</var>controlled substances from a client for purposes of disposal or to monitor use.<br/>
<a id="pl.97.26"></a><var>97.26</var>    (c) A social worker must not offer alcoholic beverages to a client except when <br/>
<a id="pl.97.27"></a><var>97.27</var>the offer is authorized or prescribed by a physician or is offered according to a client's <br/>
<a id="pl.97.28"></a><var>97.28</var>care plan.<br/>
<a id="pl.97.29"></a><var>97.29</var>    (d) A social worker must not accept alcoholic beverages from a client.<br/>
<a id="pl.97.30"></a><var>97.30</var>    Subd. 15. <b>Relationship with client's family or household member.</b> Subdivisions <br/>
<a id="pl.97.31"></a><var>97.31</var>1 to 14 apply to a social worker's relationship with a client's family or household member <br/>
<a id="pl.97.32"></a><var>97.32</var>when a reasonable and prudent social worker would conclude after appropriate assessment <br/>
<a id="pl.97.33"></a><var>97.33</var>that a relationship with a family or household member would create an unacceptable <br/>
<a id="pl.97.34"></a><var>97.34</var>risk of harm to the client.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.108.0"></a><a id="pl.97.35"></a><var>97.35</var>    Sec. 108. <b>[148E.225] TREATMENT AND INTERVENTION SERVICES.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.98.1"></a><var>98.1</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Assessment or diagnosis.</b> A social worker must base treatment and <br/>
<a id="pl.98.2"></a><var>98.2</var>intervention services on an assessment or diagnosis. A social worker must evaluate, on an <br/>
<a id="pl.98.3"></a><var>98.3</var>ongoing basis, the appropriateness of the assessment or diagnosis.<br/>
<a id="pl.98.4"></a><var>98.4</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Assessment or diagnostic instruments.</b> A social worker must not use <br/>
<a id="pl.98.5"></a><var>98.5</var>an assessment or diagnostic instrument without adequate training. A social worker <br/>
<a id="pl.98.6"></a><var>98.6</var>must follow standards and accepted procedures for using an assessment or diagnostic <br/>
<a id="pl.98.7"></a><var>98.7</var>instrument. A social worker must inform a client of the purpose before administering the <br/>
<a id="pl.98.8"></a><var>98.8</var>instrument and must make the results available to the client.<br/>
<a id="pl.98.9"></a><var>98.9</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Plan for services.</b> A social worker must develop a plan for services that <br/>
<a id="pl.98.10"></a><var>98.10</var>includes goals based on the assessment or diagnosis. A social worker must evaluate, on an <br/>
<a id="pl.98.11"></a><var>98.11</var>ongoing basis, the appropriateness of the plan and the client's progress toward the goals.<br/>
<a id="pl.98.12"></a><var>98.12</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Records.</b> (a) A social worker must make and maintain current and <br/>
<a id="pl.98.13"></a><var>98.13</var>accurate records, appropriate to the circumstances, of all services provided to a client. At <br/>
<a id="pl.98.14"></a><var>98.14</var>a minimum, the records must contain documentation of:<br/>
<a id="pl.98.15"></a><var>98.15</var>    (1) the assessment or diagnosis;<br/>
<a id="pl.98.16"></a><var>98.16</var>    (2) the content of the service plan;<br/>
<a id="pl.98.17"></a><var>98.17</var>    (3) progress with the plan and any revisions of assessment, diagnosis, or plan;<br/>
<a id="pl.98.18"></a><var>98.18</var>    (4) any fees charged and payments made;<br/>
<a id="pl.98.19"></a><var>98.19</var>    (5) copies of all client-written authorizations for release of information; and<br/>
<a id="pl.98.20"></a><var>98.20</var>    (6) other information necessary to provide appropriate services.<br/>
<a id="pl.98.21"></a><var>98.21</var>    (b) These records must be maintained by the social worker for at least seven years <br/>
<a id="pl.98.22"></a><var>98.22</var>after the last date of service to the client. Social workers who are employed by an agency <br/>
<a id="pl.98.23"></a><var>98.23</var>or other entity are not required to:<br/>
<a id="pl.98.24"></a><var>98.24</var>    (1) maintain personal or separate records; or<br/>
<a id="pl.98.25"></a><var>98.25</var>    (2) personally retain records at the conclusion of their employment.<br/>
<a id="pl.98.26"></a><var>98.26</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Termination of services.</b> A social worker must terminate a professional <br/>
<a id="pl.98.27"></a><var>98.27</var>relationship with a client when the social worker reasonably determines that the client <br/>
<a id="pl.98.28"></a><var>98.28</var>is not likely to benefit from continued services or the services are no longer needed, <br/>
<a id="pl.98.29"></a><var>98.29</var>unless the social worker is required by law to provide services. A social worker who <br/>
<a id="pl.98.30"></a><var>98.30</var>anticipates terminating services must give reasonable notice to the client in a manner that <br/>
<a id="pl.98.31"></a><var>98.31</var>is appropriate to the needs of the client. The social worker must provide appropriate <br/>
<a id="pl.98.32"></a><var>98.32</var>referrals as needed or upon request of the client.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.109.0"></a><a id="pl.98.33"></a><var>98.33</var>    Sec. 109. <b>[148E.230] CONFIDENTIALITY AND RECORDS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.98.34"></a><var>98.34</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Informed consent.</b> (a) A social worker must obtain valid, informed <br/>
<a id="pl.98.35"></a><var>98.35</var>consent, appropriate to the circumstances, before providing services to clients. When <br/>
<a id="pl.99.1"></a><var>99.1</var>obtaining informed consent, the social worker must determine whether the client has the <br/>
<a id="pl.99.2"></a><var>99.2</var>capacity to provide informed consent. If the client does not have the capacity to provide <br/>
<a id="pl.99.3"></a><var>99.3</var>consent, the social worker must obtain consent for the services from the client's legal <br/>
<a id="pl.99.4"></a><var>99.4</var>representative. The social worker must not provide services, unless authorized or required <br/>
<a id="pl.99.5"></a><var>99.5</var>by law, if the client or the client's legal representative does not consent to the services.<br/>
<a id="pl.99.6"></a><var>99.6</var>    (b) If a social worker determines that a client does not have the capacity to provide <br/>
<a id="pl.99.7"></a><var>99.7</var>consent, and the client does not have a legal representative, the social worker:<br/>
<a id="pl.99.8"></a><var>99.8</var>    (1) must, except as provided in clause (2), secure a legal representative for a client <br/>
<a id="pl.99.9"></a><var>99.9</var>before providing services; or<br/>
<a id="pl.99.10"></a><var>99.10</var>    (2) may, notwithstanding clause (1), provide services, except when prohibited by <br/>
<a id="pl.99.11"></a><var>99.11</var>other applicable law, that are necessary to ensure the client's safety or to preserve the <br/>
<a id="pl.99.12"></a><var>99.12</var>client's property or financial resources.<br/>
<a id="pl.99.13"></a><var>99.13</var>    (c) A social worker must use clear and understandable language, including using an <br/>
<a id="pl.99.14"></a><var>99.14</var>interpreter proficient in the client's primary language as necessary, to inform clients of <br/>
<a id="pl.99.15"></a><var>99.15</var>the plan of services, risks related to the plan, limits to services, relevant costs, terms of <br/>
<a id="pl.99.16"></a><var>99.16</var>payment, reasonable alternatives, the client's right to refuse or withdraw consent, and the <br/>
<a id="pl.99.17"></a><var>99.17</var>time frame covered by the consent.<br/>
<a id="pl.99.18"></a><var>99.18</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Mandatory reporting and disclosure of client information.</b> At the <br/>
<a id="pl.99.19"></a><var>99.19</var>beginning of a professional relationship and during the professional relationship as <br/>
<a id="pl.99.20"></a><var>99.20</var>necessary and appropriate, a social worker must inform the client of those circumstances <br/>
<a id="pl.99.21"></a><var>99.21</var>under which the social worker may be required to disclose client information specified in <br/>
<a id="pl.99.22"></a><var>99.22</var>subdivision 3, paragraph (a), without the client's consent.<br/>
<a id="pl.99.23"></a><var>99.23</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Confidentiality of client information.</b> (a) A social worker must ensure the <br/>
<a id="pl.99.24"></a><var>99.24</var>confidentiality of all client information obtained in the course of the social worker/client <br/>
<a id="pl.99.25"></a><var>99.25</var>relationship and all client information otherwise obtained by the social worker that is <br/>
<a id="pl.99.26"></a><var>99.26</var>relevant to the social worker/client relationship. Except as provided in this section, <br/>
<a id="pl.99.27"></a><var>99.27</var>client information may be disclosed or released only with the client's or the client's legal <br/>
<a id="pl.99.28"></a><var>99.28</var>representative's valid informed consent, appropriate to the circumstances, except when <br/>
<a id="pl.99.29"></a><var>99.29</var>otherwise required by law. A social worker must seek consent to disclose or release <br/>
<a id="pl.99.30"></a><var>99.30</var>client information only when such disclosure or release is necessary to provide social <br/>
<a id="pl.99.31"></a><var>99.31</var>work services.<br/>
<a id="pl.99.32"></a><var>99.32</var>    (b) A social worker must continue to maintain confidentiality of the client <br/>
<a id="pl.99.33"></a><var>99.33</var>information specified in paragraph (a) upon termination of the professional relationship <br/>
<a id="pl.99.34"></a><var>99.34</var>including upon the death of the client, except as provided under this section or other <br/>
<a id="pl.99.35"></a><var>99.35</var>applicable law.<br/>
<a id="pl.100.1"></a><var>100.1</var>    (c) A social worker must limit access to the client information specified in paragraph <br/>
<a id="pl.100.2"></a><var>100.2</var>(a) in a social worker's agency to appropriate agency staff whose duties require access.<br/>
<a id="pl.100.3"></a><var>100.3</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Release of client information with written informed consent.</b> (a) Except <br/>
<a id="pl.100.4"></a><var>100.4</var>as provided in subdivision 5, client information specified in subdivision 3, paragraph (a), <br/>
<a id="pl.100.5"></a><var>100.5</var>may be released only with the client's or the client's legal representative's written informed <br/>
<a id="pl.100.6"></a><var>100.6</var>consent. The written informed consent must:<br/>
<a id="pl.100.7"></a><var>100.7</var>    (1) explain to whom the client's records may be released;<br/>
<a id="pl.100.8"></a><var>100.8</var>    (2) explain the purpose for the release; and<br/>
<a id="pl.100.9"></a><var>100.9</var>    (3) state an expiration date for the authorized release of the records.<br/>
<a id="pl.100.10"></a><var>100.10</var>    (b) A social worker may provide client information specified in subdivision 3, <br/>
<a id="pl.100.11"></a><var>100.11</var>paragraph (a), to a third party for the purpose of payment for services rendered only <br/>
<a id="pl.100.12"></a><var>100.12</var>with the client's written informed consent.<br/>
<a id="pl.100.13"></a><var>100.13</var>    (c) Except as provided in subdivision 5, a social worker may disclose client <br/>
<a id="pl.100.14"></a><var>100.14</var>information specified in subdivision 3, paragraph (a), only with the client's or the client's <br/>
<a id="pl.100.15"></a><var>100.15</var>legal representative's written informed consent. When it is not practical to obtain written <br/>
<a id="pl.100.16"></a><var>100.16</var>informed consent before providing necessary services, a social worker may disclose <br/>
<a id="pl.100.17"></a><var>100.17</var>or release client information with the client's or the client's legal representative's oral <br/>
<a id="pl.100.18"></a><var>100.18</var>informed consent.<br/>
<a id="pl.100.19"></a><var>100.19</var>    (d) Unless otherwise authorized by law, a social worker must obtain a client's written <br/>
<a id="pl.100.20"></a><var>100.20</var>informed consent before taking a photograph of the client or making an audio or video <br/>
<a id="pl.100.21"></a><var>100.21</var>recording of the client, or allowing a third party to do the same. The written informed <br/>
<a id="pl.100.22"></a><var>100.22</var>consent must explain:<br/>
<a id="pl.100.23"></a><var>100.23</var>    (1) the purpose of the photograph or the recording and how the photograph or <br/>
<a id="pl.100.24"></a><var>100.24</var>recording will be used, how it will be stored, and when it will be destroyed; and<br/>
<a id="pl.100.25"></a><var>100.25</var>    (2) how the client may have access to the photograph or recording.<br/>
<a id="pl.100.26"></a><var>100.26</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Release of client information without written informed consent.</b> (a) A <br/>
<a id="pl.100.27"></a><var>100.27</var>social worker may disclose client information specified in subdivision 3, paragraph (a), <br/>
<a id="pl.100.28"></a><var>100.28</var>without the written consent of the client or the client's legal representative only under the <br/>
<a id="pl.100.29"></a><var>100.29</var>following circumstances or under the circumstances described in paragraph (b):<br/>
<a id="pl.100.30"></a><var>100.30</var>    (1) when mandated or authorized by federal or state law, including the mandatory <br/>
<a id="pl.100.31"></a><var>100.31</var>reporting requirements under the duty to warn, maltreatment of minors, and vulnerable <br/>
<a id="pl.100.32"></a><var>100.32</var>adult laws specified in section 
<statute_ref>148E.240, subdivisions 6 to 8</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.100.33"></a><var>100.33</var>    (2) when the board issues a subpoena to the social worker; or<br/>
<a id="pl.100.34"></a><var>100.34</var>    (3) when a court of competent jurisdiction orders release of the client records <br/>
<a id="pl.100.35"></a><var>100.35</var>or information.<br/>
<a id="pl.101.1"></a><var>101.1</var>    (b) When providing services authorized or required by law to a client who does <br/>
<a id="pl.101.2"></a><var>101.2</var>not have the capacity to provide consent and who does not have a legal representative, <br/>
<a id="pl.101.3"></a><var>101.3</var>a social worker must disclose or release client records or information as necessary to <br/>
<a id="pl.101.4"></a><var>101.4</var>provide services to ensure the client's safety or to preserve the client's property or financial <br/>
<a id="pl.101.5"></a><var>101.5</var>resources.<br/>
<a id="pl.101.6"></a><var>101.6</var>    Subd. 6. <b>Release of client records or information.</b> When releasing client records <br/>
<a id="pl.101.7"></a><var>101.7</var>or information under this section, a social worker must release current, accurate, and <br/>
<a id="pl.101.8"></a><var>101.8</var>complete records or information.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.110.0"></a><a id="pl.101.9"></a><var>101.9</var>    Sec. 110. <b>[148E.235] FEES AND BILLING PRACTICES.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.101.10"></a><var>101.10</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Fees and payments.</b> (a) A social worker must ensure that a client or <br/>
<a id="pl.101.11"></a><var>101.11</var>a client's legal representative is informed of all fees at the initial session or meeting with <br/>
<a id="pl.101.12"></a><var>101.12</var>the client, and that payment for services is arranged with the client or the client's legal <br/>
<a id="pl.101.13"></a><var>101.13</var>representative at the beginning of the professional relationship. Upon request from a client <br/>
<a id="pl.101.14"></a><var>101.14</var>or a client's legal representative, a social worker must provide in a timely manner a written <br/>
<a id="pl.101.15"></a><var>101.15</var>payment plan or a written explanation of the charges for any services rendered.<br/>
<a id="pl.101.16"></a><var>101.16</var>    (b) When providing services authorized or required by law to a client who does not <br/>
<a id="pl.101.17"></a><var>101.17</var>have the capacity to provide consent and who does not have a legal representative, a social <br/>
<a id="pl.101.18"></a><var>101.18</var>worker may submit reasonable bills to an appropriate payer for services provided.<br/>
<a id="pl.101.19"></a><var>101.19</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Billing for services not provided.</b> A social worker must not bill for <br/>
<a id="pl.101.20"></a><var>101.20</var>services that have not been provided except that, with prior notice to the client, a social <br/>
<a id="pl.101.21"></a><var>101.21</var>worker may bill for failed appointments or for cancellations without sufficient notice. A <br/>
<a id="pl.101.22"></a><var>101.22</var>social worker may bill only for provided services which are necessary and appropriate. <br/>
<a id="pl.101.23"></a><var>101.23</var>Financial responsibility for failed appointment billings resides solely with the client and <br/>
<a id="pl.101.24"></a><var>101.24</var>such costs may not be billed to public or private payers.<br/>
<a id="pl.101.25"></a><var>101.25</var>    Subd. 3. <b>No payment for referrals.</b> A social worker must not accept or give a <br/>
<a id="pl.101.26"></a><var>101.26</var>commission, rebate, or other form of remuneration solely or primarily to profit from the <br/>
<a id="pl.101.27"></a><var>101.27</var>referral of a client.<br/>
<a id="pl.101.28"></a><var>101.28</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Fees and billing practices.</b> A social worker must not engage in improper <br/>
<a id="pl.101.29"></a><var>101.29</var>or fraudulent billing practices, including, but not limited to, violations of the federal <br/>
<a id="pl.101.30"></a><var>101.30</var>Medicare and Medicaid laws or state medical assistance laws.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.111.0"></a><a id="pl.101.31"></a><var>101.31</var>    Sec. 111. <b>[148E.240] REPORTING REQUIREMENTS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.101.32"></a><var>101.32</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Failure to self-report adverse actions.</b> The board has grounds to <br/>
<a id="pl.101.33"></a><var>101.33</var>take action under sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref> when a social worker fails to report to <br/>
<a id="pl.101.34"></a><var>101.34</var>the board within 90 days:<br/>
<a id="pl.102.1"></a><var>102.1</var>    (1) having been disciplined, sanctioned, or found to have violated a state, territorial, <br/>
<a id="pl.102.2"></a><var>102.2</var>provincial, or foreign licensing agency's laws or rules;<br/>
<a id="pl.102.3"></a><var>102.3</var>    (2) having been convicted of committing a felony, gross misdemeanor, or <br/>
<a id="pl.102.4"></a><var>102.4</var>misdemeanor reasonably related to the practice of social work;<br/>
<a id="pl.102.5"></a><var>102.5</var>    (3) having had a finding or verdict of guilt, whether or not the adjudication of guilt <br/>
<a id="pl.102.6"></a><var>102.6</var>is withheld or not entered, of committing a felony, gross misdemeanor, or misdemeanor <br/>
<a id="pl.102.7"></a><var>102.7</var>reasonably related to the practice of social work;<br/>
<a id="pl.102.8"></a><var>102.8</var>    (4) having admitted to committing, or entering a no contest plea to committing, a <br/>
<a id="pl.102.9"></a><var>102.9</var>felony, gross misdemeanor, or misdemeanor reasonably related to the practice of social <br/>
<a id="pl.102.10"></a><var>102.10</var>work; or<br/>
<a id="pl.102.11"></a><var>102.11</var>    (5) having been denied licensure by a state, territorial, provincial, or foreign <br/>
<a id="pl.102.12"></a><var>102.12</var>licensing agency.<br/>
<a id="pl.102.13"></a><var>102.13</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Failure to submit application information.</b> The board has grounds to <br/>
<a id="pl.102.14"></a><var>102.14</var>take action under sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref> when an applicant or licensee fails to <br/>
<a id="pl.102.15"></a><var>102.15</var>submit with an application the following information:<br/>
<a id="pl.102.16"></a><var>102.16</var>    (1) the dates and dispositions of any malpractice settlements or awards made relating <br/>
<a id="pl.102.17"></a><var>102.17</var>to the social work services provided by the applicant or licensee; or<br/>
<a id="pl.102.18"></a><var>102.18</var>    (2) the dates and dispositions of any civil litigations or arbitrations relating to the <br/>
<a id="pl.102.19"></a><var>102.19</var>social work services provided by the applicant or licensee.<br/>
<a id="pl.102.20"></a><var>102.20</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Reporting other licensed health professionals.</b> An applicant or licensee <br/>
<a id="pl.102.21"></a><var>102.21</var>must report to the appropriate health-related licensing board conduct by a licensed health <br/>
<a id="pl.102.22"></a><var>102.22</var>professional which would constitute grounds for disciplinary action under the statutes <br/>
<a id="pl.102.23"></a><var>102.23</var>and rules enforced by that board.<br/>
<a id="pl.102.24"></a><var>102.24</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Reporting unlicensed practice.</b> An applicant or licensee must report <br/>
<a id="pl.102.25"></a><var>102.25</var>to the board conduct by an unlicensed person which constitutes the practice of social <br/>
<a id="pl.102.26"></a><var>102.26</var>work, as defined in section 
<statute_ref>148E.010</statute_ref>, except when the unlicensed person is exempt from <br/>
<a id="pl.102.27"></a><var>102.27</var>licensure according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.065</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.102.28"></a><var>102.28</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Failure to report other applicants or licensees; unlicensed practice.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.102.29"></a><var>102.29</var>    The board has grounds to take action under sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref> 148E.270</statute_ref> when an <br/>
<a id="pl.102.30"></a><var>102.30</var>applicant or licensee fails to report to the board conduct:<br/>
<a id="pl.102.31"></a><var>102.31</var>    (1) by another licensee or applicant which the applicant or licensee has reason to <br/>
<a id="pl.102.32"></a><var>102.32</var>believe may reasonably constitute grounds for disciplinary action under this section; or<br/>
<a id="pl.102.33"></a><var>102.33</var>    (2) by an unlicensed person that constitutes the practice of social work when a <br/>
<a id="pl.102.34"></a><var>102.34</var>license is required to practice social work.<br/>
<a id="pl.102.35"></a><var>102.35</var>    Subd. 6. <b>Duty to warn.</b> A licensee must comply with the duty to warn established <br/>
<a id="pl.102.36"></a><var>102.36</var>by section 
<statute_ref>148.975</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.103.1"></a><var>103.1</var>    Subd. 7. <b>Reporting maltreatment of minors.</b> An applicant or licensee must <br/>
<a id="pl.103.2"></a><var>103.2</var>comply with the reporting of maltreatment of minors established by section 
<statute_ref>626.556</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.103.3"></a><var>103.3</var>    Subd. 8. <b>Reporting maltreatment of vulnerable adults.</b> An applicant or licensee <br/>
<a id="pl.103.4"></a><var>103.4</var>must comply with the reporting of maltreatment of vulnerable adults established by <br/>
<a id="pl.103.5"></a><var>103.5</var>section 
<statute_ref>626.557</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.103.6"></a><var>103.6</var>    Subd. 9. <b>Subpoenas.</b> The board may issue subpoenas according to section <br/>
<a id="pl.103.7"></a><var>103.7</var><statute_ref>148E.245</statute_ref> and chapter 214 for the production of any reports required by this section or <br/>
<a id="pl.103.8"></a><var>103.8</var>any related documents.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.112.0"></a><a id="pl.103.9"></a><var>103.9</var>    Sec. 112. <b>[148E.245] INVESTIGATIVE POWERS AND PROCEDURES.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.103.10"></a><var>103.10</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Subpoenas.</b> (a) The board may issue subpoenas and compel the <br/>
<a id="pl.103.11"></a><var>103.11</var>attendance of witnesses and the production of all necessary papers, books, records, <br/>
<a id="pl.103.12"></a><var>103.12</var>documents, and other evidentiary material as part of its investigation of an applicant or <br/>
<a id="pl.103.13"></a><var>103.13</var>licensee under this section or chapter 214.<br/>
<a id="pl.103.14"></a><var>103.14</var>    (b) If any person fails or refuses to appear or testify regarding any matter about which <br/>
<a id="pl.103.15"></a><var>103.15</var>the person may be lawfully questioned, or fails or refuses to produce any papers, books, <br/>
<a id="pl.103.16"></a><var>103.16</var>records, documents, or other evidentiary materials in the matter to be heard, after having <br/>
<a id="pl.103.17"></a><var>103.17</var>been required by order of the board or by a subpoena of the board to do so, the board may <br/>
<a id="pl.103.18"></a><var>103.18</var>institute a proceeding in any district court to enforce the board's order or subpoena.<br/>
<a id="pl.103.19"></a><var>103.19</var>    (c) The board or a designated member of the board acting on behalf of the board <br/>
<a id="pl.103.20"></a><var>103.20</var>may issue subpoenas or administer oaths to witnesses or take affirmations. Depositions <br/>
<a id="pl.103.21"></a><var>103.21</var>may be taken within or out of the state in the manner provided by law for the taking of <br/>
<a id="pl.103.22"></a><var>103.22</var>depositions in civil actions.<br/>
<a id="pl.103.23"></a><var>103.23</var>    (d) A subpoena or other process or paper may be served upon any person named <br/>
<a id="pl.103.24"></a><var>103.24</var>therein, by mail or by any officer authorized to serve subpoenas or other process or paper <br/>
<a id="pl.103.25"></a><var>103.25</var>in civil actions, with the same fees and mileage and in the same manner as prescribed by <br/>
<a id="pl.103.26"></a><var>103.26</var>law for service of process issued out of the district court of this state.<br/>
<a id="pl.103.27"></a><var>103.27</var>    (e) Fees, mileage, and other costs must be paid as the board directs.<br/>
<a id="pl.103.28"></a><var>103.28</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Classification of data.</b> (a) Any records obtained as part of an investigation <br/>
<a id="pl.103.29"></a><var>103.29</var>must be treated as investigative data under section 
<statute_ref>13.41</statute_ref> and be classified as confidential <br/>
<a id="pl.103.30"></a><var>103.30</var>data.<br/>
<a id="pl.103.31"></a><var>103.31</var>    (b) Notwithstanding paragraph (a), client records must be treated as private data <br/>
<a id="pl.103.32"></a><var>103.32</var>under chapter 13. Client records must be protected as private data in the records of the <br/>
<a id="pl.103.33"></a><var>103.33</var>board and in administrative or judicial proceedings unless the client authorizes the board <br/>
<a id="pl.103.34"></a><var>103.34</var>in writing to make public the identity of the client or a portion or all of the client's records.<br/>
<a id="pl.104.1"></a><var>104.1</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Mental or physical examination; chemical dependency evaluation.</b> (a) <br/>
<a id="pl.104.2"></a><var>104.2</var>If the board (1) has probable cause to believe that an applicant or licensee has violated <br/>
<a id="pl.104.3"></a><var>104.3</var>a statute or rule enforced by the board or an order issued by the board; and (2) believes <br/>
<a id="pl.104.4"></a><var>104.4</var>the applicant may have a health-related condition relevant to the violation, the board may <br/>
<a id="pl.104.5"></a><var>104.5</var>issue an order directing the applicant or licensee to submit to one or more of the following: <br/>
<a id="pl.104.6"></a><var>104.6</var>a mental examination, a physical examination, or a chemical dependency evaluation.<br/>
<a id="pl.104.7"></a><var>104.7</var>    (b) An examination or evaluation order issued by the board must include:<br/>
<a id="pl.104.8"></a><var>104.8</var>    (1) factual specifications on which the order is based;<br/>
<a id="pl.104.9"></a><var>104.9</var>    (2) the purpose of the examination or evaluation;<br/>
<a id="pl.104.10"></a><var>104.10</var>    (3) the name of the person or entity that will conduct the examination or evaluation; <br/>
<a id="pl.104.11"></a><var>104.11</var>and<br/>
<a id="pl.104.12"></a><var>104.12</var>    (4) the means by which the examination or evaluation will be paid for.<br/>
<a id="pl.104.13"></a><var>104.13</var>    (c) Every applicant or licensee must submit to a mental examination, a physical <br/>
<a id="pl.104.14"></a><var>104.14</var>examination, or a chemical dependency evaluation when ordered to do so in writing <br/>
<a id="pl.104.15"></a><var>104.15</var>by the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.104.16"></a><var>104.16</var>    (d) By submitting to a mental examination, a physical examination, or a chemical <br/>
<a id="pl.104.17"></a><var>104.17</var>dependency evaluation, an applicant or licensee waives all objections to the admissibility <br/>
<a id="pl.104.18"></a><var>104.18</var>of the examiner or evaluator's testimony or reports on the grounds that the testimony or <br/>
<a id="pl.104.19"></a><var>104.19</var>reports constitute a privileged communication.<br/>
<a id="pl.104.20"></a><var>104.20</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Failure to submit to an examination.</b> (a) If an applicant or licensee fails <br/>
<a id="pl.104.21"></a><var>104.21</var>to submit to an examination or evaluation ordered by the board according to subdivision 3, <br/>
<a id="pl.104.22"></a><var>104.22</var>unless the failure was due to circumstances beyond the control of the applicant or licensee, <br/>
<a id="pl.104.23"></a><var>104.23</var>the failure is an admission that the applicant or licensee violated a statute or rule enforced <br/>
<a id="pl.104.24"></a><var>104.24</var>by the board as specified in the examination or evaluation order issued by the board. <br/>
<a id="pl.104.25"></a><var>104.25</var>The failure may result in an application being denied or other adversarial, corrective, or <br/>
<a id="pl.104.26"></a><var>104.26</var>disciplinary action being taken by the board without a contested case hearing.<br/>
<a id="pl.104.27"></a><var>104.27</var>    (b) If an applicant or licensee requests a contested case hearing after the board <br/>
<a id="pl.104.28"></a><var>104.28</var>denies an application or takes other disciplinary or adversarial action, the only issues <br/>
<a id="pl.104.29"></a><var>104.29</var>which may be determined at the hearing are:<br/>
<a id="pl.104.30"></a><var>104.30</var>    (1) whether the board had probable cause to issue the examination or evaluation <br/>
<a id="pl.104.31"></a><var>104.31</var>order; and<br/>
<a id="pl.104.32"></a><var>104.32</var>    (2) whether the failure to submit to the examination or evaluation was due to <br/>
<a id="pl.104.33"></a><var>104.33</var>circumstances beyond the control of the applicant or licensee.<br/>
<a id="pl.104.34"></a><var>104.34</var>    (c) Neither the record of a proceeding under this subdivision nor an order issued <br/>
<a id="pl.104.35"></a><var>104.35</var>by the board may be admissible, subject to subpoena, or be used against the applicant or <br/>
<a id="pl.104.36"></a><var>104.36</var>licensee in a proceeding in which the board is not a party or decision maker.<br/>
<a id="pl.105.1"></a><var>105.1</var>    (d) Information obtained under this subdivision must be treated as private data under <br/>
<a id="pl.105.2"></a><var>105.2</var>chapter 13. An order issued by the board as the result of an applicant's or licensee's failure <br/>
<a id="pl.105.3"></a><var>105.3</var>to submit to an examination or evaluation must be treated as public data under chapter 13.<br/>
<a id="pl.105.4"></a><var>105.4</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Access to data and records.</b> (a) In addition to ordering a physical or <br/>
<a id="pl.105.5"></a><var>105.5</var>mental examination or chemical dependency evaluation, and notwithstanding section <br/>
<a id="pl.105.6"></a><var>105.6</var><statute_ref>13.384</statute_ref>, 
<statute_ref>144.651</statute_ref>, 
<statute_ref>595.02</statute_ref>, or any other statute limiting access to health records, the board <br/>
<a id="pl.105.7"></a><var>105.7</var>or a designated member of the board acting on behalf of the board may subpoena physical, <br/>
<a id="pl.105.8"></a><var>105.8</var>mental, and chemical dependency health records relating to an applicant or licensee <br/>
<a id="pl.105.9"></a><var>105.9</var>without the applicant's or licensee's consent if:<br/>
<a id="pl.105.10"></a><var>105.10</var>    (1) the board has probable cause to believe that the applicant or licensee has violated <br/>
<a id="pl.105.11"></a><var>105.11</var>chapter 214, a statute or rule enforced by the board, or an order issued by the board; and<br/>
<a id="pl.105.12"></a><var>105.12</var>    (2) the board has reason to believe that the records are relevant and necessary to the <br/>
<a id="pl.105.13"></a><var>105.13</var>investigation.<br/>
<a id="pl.105.14"></a><var>105.14</var>    (b) An applicant, licensee, insurance company, government agency, health care <br/>
<a id="pl.105.15"></a><var>105.15</var>facility, or provider as defined in section 
<statute_ref>144.335, subdivision 1</statute_ref>, paragraph (b), must <br/>
<a id="pl.105.16"></a><var>105.16</var>comply with any subpoena of the board under this subdivision and is not liable in <br/>
<a id="pl.105.17"></a><var>105.17</var>any action for damages for releasing information subpoenaed by the board under this <br/>
<a id="pl.105.18"></a><var>105.18</var>subdivision unless the information provided is false and the person or entity providing the <br/>
<a id="pl.105.19"></a><var>105.19</var>information knew or had reason to know that the information was false.<br/>
<a id="pl.105.20"></a><var>105.20</var>    (c) Information on individuals obtained under this subdivision must be treated as <br/>
<a id="pl.105.21"></a><var>105.21</var>investigative data under section 
<statute_ref>13.41</statute_ref> and be classified as confidential data.<br/>
<a id="pl.105.22"></a><var>105.22</var>    (d) If an applicant, licensee, person, or entity does not comply with any subpoena of <br/>
<a id="pl.105.23"></a><var>105.23</var>the board under this subdivision, the board may institute a proceeding in any district court <br/>
<a id="pl.105.24"></a><var>105.24</var>to enforce the board's subpoena.<br/>
<a id="pl.105.25"></a><var>105.25</var>    Subd. 6. <b>Evidence of past sexual conduct.</b> If, in a proceeding for taking action <br/>
<a id="pl.105.26"></a><var>105.26</var>against an applicant or licensee under this section, the charges involve sexual contact with <br/>
<a id="pl.105.27"></a><var>105.27</var>a client or former client, the board or administrative law judge must not consider evidence <br/>
<a id="pl.105.28"></a><var>105.28</var>of the client's or former client's previous sexual conduct. Reference to the client's or <br/>
<a id="pl.105.29"></a><var>105.29</var>former client's previous sexual conduct must not be made during the proceedings or in the <br/>
<a id="pl.105.30"></a><var>105.30</var>findings, except by motion of the complainant, unless the evidence would be admissible <br/>
<a id="pl.105.31"></a><var>105.31</var>under the applicable provisions of section 
<statute_ref>609.347, subdivision 3</statute_ref>.<br/>
<a id="pl.105.32"></a><var>105.32</var>    Subd. 7. <b>Investigations involving vulnerable adults or children in need of </b><br/>
<a id="pl.105.33"></a><var>105.33</var><b>protection.</b> (a) Except as provided in paragraph (b), if the board receives a complaint <br/>
<a id="pl.105.34"></a><var>105.34</var>about a social worker regarding the social worker's involvement in a case of vulnerable <br/>
<a id="pl.105.35"></a><var>105.35</var>adults or children in need of protection, the county or other appropriate public authority <br/>
<a id="pl.106.1"></a><var>106.1</var>may request that the board suspend its investigation, and the board must comply until such <br/>
<a id="pl.106.2"></a><var>106.2</var>time as the court issues its findings on the case.<br/>
<a id="pl.106.3"></a><var>106.3</var>    (b) Notwithstanding paragraph (a), the board may continue with an investigation if <br/>
<a id="pl.106.4"></a><var>106.4</var>the board determines that doing so is in the best interests of the vulnerable adult or a child <br/>
<a id="pl.106.5"></a><var>106.5</var>in need of protection and is consistent with the board's obligation to protect the public. If <br/>
<a id="pl.106.6"></a><var>106.6</var>the board chooses to continue an investigation, the board must notify the county or other <br/>
<a id="pl.106.7"></a><var>106.7</var>appropriate public authority in writing and state its reasons for doing so.<br/>
<a id="pl.106.8"></a><var>106.8</var>    Subd. 8. <b>Notification of complainant.</b> (a) In no more than 14 calendar days after <br/>
<a id="pl.106.9"></a><var>106.9</var>receiving a complaint regarding a licensee, the board must notify the complainant that the <br/>
<a id="pl.106.10"></a><var>106.10</var>board has received the complaint.<br/>
<a id="pl.106.11"></a><var>106.11</var>    (b) The board must periodically notify the complainant of the status of the complaint.<br/>
<a id="pl.106.12"></a><var>106.12</var>    Subd. 9. <b>Notification of licensee.</b> (a) Except as provided in paragraph (b), in no <br/>
<a id="pl.106.13"></a><var>106.13</var>more than 60 calendar days after receiving a complaint regarding a licensee, the board must <br/>
<a id="pl.106.14"></a><var>106.14</var>notify the licensee that the board has received the complaint and inform the licensee of:<br/>
<a id="pl.106.15"></a><var>106.15</var>    (1) the substance of the complaint;<br/>
<a id="pl.106.16"></a><var>106.16</var>    (2) the sections of the law that allegedly have been violated; and<br/>
<a id="pl.106.17"></a><var>106.17</var>    (3) whether an investigation is being conducted.<br/>
<a id="pl.106.18"></a><var>106.18</var>    (b) Paragraph (a) does not apply if:<br/>
<a id="pl.106.19"></a><var>106.19</var>    (1) the board determines that such notice would compromise the board's investigation <br/>
<a id="pl.106.20"></a><var>106.20</var>according to section 
<statute_ref>214.10</statute_ref>; or<br/>
<a id="pl.106.21"></a><var>106.21</var>    (2) the board determines that such notice cannot reasonably be accomplished within <br/>
<a id="pl.106.22"></a><var>106.22</var>this time.<br/>
<a id="pl.106.23"></a><var>106.23</var>    (c) The board must periodically notify the licensee of the status of the complaint.<br/>
<a id="pl.106.24"></a><var>106.24</var>    Subd. 10. <b>Resolution of complaints.</b> In no more than one year after receiving a <br/>
<a id="pl.106.25"></a><var>106.25</var>complaint regarding a licensee, the board must resolve or dismiss the complaint unless <br/>
<a id="pl.106.26"></a><var>106.26</var>the board determines that resolving or dismissing the complaint cannot reasonably be <br/>
<a id="pl.106.27"></a><var>106.27</var>accomplished within this time.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.113.0"></a><a id="pl.106.28"></a><var>106.28</var>    Sec. 113. <b>[148E.250] OBLIGATION TO COOPERATE.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.106.29"></a><var>106.29</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Obligation to cooperate.</b> An applicant or licensee who is the subject <br/>
<a id="pl.106.30"></a><var>106.30</var>of an investigation, or who is questioned by or on behalf of the board in connection with <br/>
<a id="pl.106.31"></a><var>106.31</var>an investigation, must cooperate fully with the investigation. Cooperation includes, but is <br/>
<a id="pl.106.32"></a><var>106.32</var>not limited to:<br/>
<a id="pl.106.33"></a><var>106.33</var>    (1) responding fully and promptly to any question relating to the investigation;<br/>
<a id="pl.106.34"></a><var>106.34</var>    (2) as reasonably requested by the board, providing copies of client and other records <br/>
<a id="pl.106.35"></a><var>106.35</var>in the applicant's or licensee's possession relating to the investigation;<br/>
<a id="pl.107.1"></a><var>107.1</var>    (3) executing release of records as reasonably requested by the board; and<br/>
<a id="pl.107.2"></a><var>107.2</var>    (4) appearing at conferences, hearings, or meetings scheduled by the board, as <br/>
<a id="pl.107.3"></a><var>107.3</var>required in sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref> and chapter 214.<br/>
<a id="pl.107.4"></a><var>107.4</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Investigation.</b> A social worker must not knowingly withhold relevant <br/>
<a id="pl.107.5"></a><var>107.5</var>information, give false or misleading information, or do anything to obstruct an <br/>
<a id="pl.107.6"></a><var>107.6</var>investigation of the social worker or another social worker by the board or by another state <br/>
<a id="pl.107.7"></a><var>107.7</var>or federal regulatory or law enforcement authority.<br/>
<a id="pl.107.8"></a><var>107.8</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Payment for copies.</b> The board must pay for copies requested by the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.107.9"></a><var>107.9</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Access to client records.</b> Notwithstanding any law to the contrary, an <br/>
<a id="pl.107.10"></a><var>107.10</var>applicant or licensee must allow the board access to any records of a client provided <br/>
<a id="pl.107.11"></a><var>107.11</var>services by the applicant or licensee under investigation. If the client has not signed a <br/>
<a id="pl.107.12"></a><var>107.12</var>consent permitting access to the client's records, the applicant or licensee must delete any <br/>
<a id="pl.107.13"></a><var>107.13</var>data in the records that identifies the client before providing the records to the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.107.14"></a><var>107.14</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Classification of data.</b> Any records obtained according to this subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.107.15"></a><var>107.15</var>must be treated as investigative data according to section 
<statute_ref>13.41</statute_ref> and be classified as <br/>
<a id="pl.107.16"></a><var>107.16</var>confidential data.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.114.0"></a><a id="pl.107.17"></a><var>107.17</var>    Sec. 114. <b>[148E.255] TYPES OF ACTIONS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.107.18"></a><var>107.18</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Actions.</b> The board may take disciplinary action according to <br/>
<a id="pl.107.19"></a><var>107.19</var>section 
<statute_ref>148E.260</statute_ref>, adversarial but nondisciplinary action according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.265</statute_ref>, <br/>
<a id="pl.107.20"></a><var>107.20</var>or voluntary action according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref>. Any action taken under sections <br/>
<a id="pl.107.21"></a><var>107.21</var><statute_ref>148E.260</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref> is public data.<br/>
<a id="pl.107.22"></a><var>107.22</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Disciplinary action.</b> For purposes of section 
<statute_ref>148E.260</statute_ref>, "disciplinary <br/>
<a id="pl.107.23"></a><var>107.23</var>action" means an action taken by the board against an applicant or licensee that addresses <br/>
<a id="pl.107.24"></a><var>107.24</var>a complaint alleging a violation of a statute or rule the board is empowered to enforce.<br/>
<a id="pl.107.25"></a><var>107.25</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Adversarial but nondisciplinary action.</b> For purposes of section <br/>
<a id="pl.107.26"></a><var>107.26</var><statute_ref>148E.265</statute_ref>, "adversarial but nondisciplinary action" means a nondisciplinary action taken <br/>
<a id="pl.107.27"></a><var>107.27</var>by the board that addresses a complaint alleging a violation of a statute or rule the board <br/>
<a id="pl.107.28"></a><var>107.28</var>is empowered to enforce.<br/>
<a id="pl.107.29"></a><var>107.29</var>    Subd. 4. <b>Voluntary action.</b> For purposes of section 
<statute_ref>148E.270</statute_ref>, "voluntary action" <br/>
<a id="pl.107.30"></a><var>107.30</var>means a nondisciplinary action agreed to by the board or a designated board member and <br/>
<a id="pl.107.31"></a><var>107.31</var>an applicant or licensee that, through educational or other corrective means, addresses a <br/>
<a id="pl.107.32"></a><var>107.32</var>complaint alleging a violation of a statute or rule that the board is empowered to enforce.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.115.0"></a><a id="pl.107.33"></a><var>107.33</var>    Sec. 115. <b>[148E.260] DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.108.1"></a><var>108.1</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>General disciplinary actions.</b> (a) When the board has grounds for <br/>
<a id="pl.108.2"></a><var>108.2</var>disciplinary actions under this chapter, the board may take one or more of the following <br/>
<a id="pl.108.3"></a><var>108.3</var>disciplinary actions:<br/>
<a id="pl.108.4"></a><var>108.4</var>    (1) deny an application;<br/>
<a id="pl.108.5"></a><var>108.5</var>    (2) permanently revoke a license to practice social work;<br/>
<a id="pl.108.6"></a><var>108.6</var>    (3) indefinitely or temporarily suspend a license to practice social work;<br/>
<a id="pl.108.7"></a><var>108.7</var>    (4) impose restrictions on a licensee's scope of practice;<br/>
<a id="pl.108.8"></a><var>108.8</var>    (5) impose conditions required for the licensee to maintain licensure, including, <br/>
<a id="pl.108.9"></a><var>108.9</var>but not limited to, additional education, supervision, and requiring the passing of an <br/>
<a id="pl.108.10"></a><var>108.10</var>examination provided for in section 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.108.11"></a><var>108.11</var>    (6) reprimand a licensee;<br/>
<a id="pl.108.12"></a><var>108.12</var>    (7) impose a civil penalty of up to $10,000 for each violation in order to discourage <br/>
<a id="pl.108.13"></a><var>108.13</var>future violations or to deprive the licensee of any economic advantage gained by reason <br/>
<a id="pl.108.14"></a><var>108.14</var>of the violation; or<br/>
<a id="pl.108.15"></a><var>108.15</var>    (8) impose a fee to reimburse the board for all or part of the cost of the proceedings <br/>
<a id="pl.108.16"></a><var>108.16</var>resulting in disciplinary action, including, but not limited to, the amount paid by the board <br/>
<a id="pl.108.17"></a><var>108.17</var>for services received from or expenses incurred by the Office of Administrative Hearings, <br/>
<a id="pl.108.18"></a><var>108.18</var>the Office of the Attorney General, court reporters, witnesses, board members, board staff, <br/>
<a id="pl.108.19"></a><var>108.19</var>or the amount paid by the board for reproducing records.<br/>
<a id="pl.108.20"></a><var>108.20</var>    (b) Disciplinary action taken by the board under this subdivision is in effect pending <br/>
<a id="pl.108.21"></a><var>108.21</var>determination of an appeal unless the court, upon petition and for good cause shown, <br/>
<a id="pl.108.22"></a><var>108.22</var>decides otherwise.<br/>
<a id="pl.108.23"></a><var>108.23</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Reprimands.</b> (a) In addition to the board's authority to issue a reprimand <br/>
<a id="pl.108.24"></a><var>108.24</var>according to subdivision 1, a designated board member reviewing a complaint as provided <br/>
<a id="pl.108.25"></a><var>108.25</var>for in chapter 214 may issue a reprimand to a licensee. The designated board member <br/>
<a id="pl.108.26"></a><var>108.26</var>must notify the licensee that the reprimand will become final disciplinary action unless the <br/>
<a id="pl.108.27"></a><var>108.27</var>licensee requests a hearing by the board within 14 calendar days.<br/>
<a id="pl.108.28"></a><var>108.28</var>    (b) If the licensee requests a hearing within 14 calendar days, the board must <br/>
<a id="pl.108.29"></a><var>108.29</var>schedule a hearing unless the designated board member withdraws the reprimand.<br/>
<a id="pl.108.30"></a><var>108.30</var>    (c) The hearing must be scheduled within 14 working days of the time the licensee <br/>
<a id="pl.108.31"></a><var>108.31</var>submits a request for the hearing.<br/>
<a id="pl.108.32"></a><var>108.32</var>    (d) The designated board member who issued the reprimand may participate in the <br/>
<a id="pl.108.33"></a><var>108.33</var>hearing but must not deliberate or vote on the decision by the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.108.34"></a><var>108.34</var>    (e) The only evidence permitted at the hearing is affidavits or other documents <br/>
<a id="pl.108.35"></a><var>108.35</var>except for testimony by the licensee or other witnesses whose testimony the board chair <br/>
<a id="pl.108.36"></a><var>108.36</var>has authorized for good cause.<br/>
<a id="pl.109.1"></a><var>109.1</var>    (f) If testimony is authorized, the testimony is subject to cross-examination.<br/>
<a id="pl.109.2"></a><var>109.2</var>    (g) After the hearing, the board must affirm or dismiss the reprimand.<br/>
<a id="pl.109.3"></a><var>109.3</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Temporary suspensions.</b> (a) In addition to any other remedy provided <br/>
<a id="pl.109.4"></a><var>109.4</var>by statute, the board or a designated board member may, without a hearing, temporarily <br/>
<a id="pl.109.5"></a><var>109.5</var>suspend a license to practice social work if the board or the designated board member <br/>
<a id="pl.109.6"></a><var>109.6</var>finds that:<br/>
<a id="pl.109.7"></a><var>109.7</var>    (1) the licensee has violated a statute or rule enforced by the board, any other federal <br/>
<a id="pl.109.8"></a><var>109.8</var>or state law or rule related to the practice of social work, or an order, stipulation, or <br/>
<a id="pl.109.9"></a><var>109.9</var>agreement agreed to or issued by the board; and<br/>
<a id="pl.109.10"></a><var>109.10</var>    (2) continued practice by the licensee would create a serious risk of harm to others.<br/>
<a id="pl.109.11"></a><var>109.11</var>    (b) The suspension is in effect upon service of a written order on the licensee <br/>
<a id="pl.109.12"></a><var>109.12</var>specifying the statute, rule, order, stipulation, or agreement violated. Service of the order <br/>
<a id="pl.109.13"></a><var>109.13</var>is effective if the order is served on the licensee or the licensee's attorney personally or <br/>
<a id="pl.109.14"></a><var>109.14</var>by first class mail to the most recent address provided to the board for the licensee or the <br/>
<a id="pl.109.15"></a><var>109.15</var>licensee's attorney.<br/>
<a id="pl.109.16"></a><var>109.16</var>    (c) The temporary suspension remains in effect until after the board issues an order <br/>
<a id="pl.109.17"></a><var>109.17</var>according to paragraph (e), or if there is a contested case hearing, after the board issues a <br/>
<a id="pl.109.18"></a><var>109.18</var>written final order according to paragraph (g).<br/>
<a id="pl.109.19"></a><var>109.19</var>    (d) If the licensee requests in writing within five calendar days of service of the <br/>
<a id="pl.109.20"></a><var>109.20</var>order that the board hold a hearing, the board must hold a hearing on the sole issue of <br/>
<a id="pl.109.21"></a><var>109.21</var>whether to continue, modify, or lift the suspension. The board must hold the hearing <br/>
<a id="pl.109.22"></a><var>109.22</var>within ten working days of receipt of the licensee's written request. Evidence presented <br/>
<a id="pl.109.23"></a><var>109.23</var>by the board or licensee must be in affidavit form only, except that the licensee or the <br/>
<a id="pl.109.24"></a><var>109.24</var>licensee's attorney may present oral argument.<br/>
<a id="pl.109.25"></a><var>109.25</var>    (e) Within five working days after the hearing, the board must issue its order. If <br/>
<a id="pl.109.26"></a><var>109.26</var>the licensee contests the order, the board must schedule a contested case hearing under <br/>
<a id="pl.109.27"></a><var>109.27</var>chapter 14. The contested case hearing must be scheduled to occur within 45 calendar <br/>
<a id="pl.109.28"></a><var>109.28</var>days after issuance of the order.<br/>
<a id="pl.109.29"></a><var>109.29</var>    (f) The administrative law judge must issue a report within 30 calendar days after <br/>
<a id="pl.109.30"></a><var>109.30</var>the contested case hearing is concluded.<br/>
<a id="pl.109.31"></a><var>109.31</var>    (g) The board must issue a final order within 30 calendar days after the board <br/>
<a id="pl.109.32"></a><var>109.32</var>receives the administrative law judge's report.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.116.0"></a><a id="pl.109.33"></a><var>109.33</var>    Sec. 116. <b>[148E.265] ADVERSARIAL BUT NONDISCIPLINARY ACTIONS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.109.34"></a><var>109.34</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Automatic suspensions.</b> (a) A license to practice social work is <br/>
<a id="pl.109.35"></a><var>109.35</var>automatically suspended if:<br/>
<a id="pl.110.1"></a><var>110.1</var>    (1) a guardian of a licensee is appointed by order of a court according to sections <br/>
<a id="pl.110.2"></a><var>110.2</var><statute_ref>524.5-101</statute_ref> and 524.5-102; or<br/>
<a id="pl.110.3"></a><var>110.3</var>    (2) the licensee is committed by order of a court according to chapter 253B.<br/>
<a id="pl.110.4"></a><var>110.4</var>    (b) A license remains suspended until:<br/>
<a id="pl.110.5"></a><var>110.5</var>    (1) the licensee is restored to capacity by a court; and<br/>
<a id="pl.110.6"></a><var>110.6</var>    (2) upon petition by the licensee and after a hearing or an agreement with the <br/>
<a id="pl.110.7"></a><var>110.7</var>licensee, the board terminates the suspension.<br/>
<a id="pl.110.8"></a><var>110.8</var>    (c) If the board terminates the suspension, it may do so with or without conditions <br/>
<a id="pl.110.9"></a><var>110.9</var>or restrictions, including, but not limited to, participation in the health professional <br/>
<a id="pl.110.10"></a><var>110.10</var>services program.<br/>
<a id="pl.110.11"></a><var>110.11</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Cease and desist orders.</b> (a) The board or a designated board member <br/>
<a id="pl.110.12"></a><var>110.12</var>may issue a cease and desist order to stop a person from engaging in unauthorized practice <br/>
<a id="pl.110.13"></a><var>110.13</var>or from violating or threatening to violate a statute or rule enforced by the board or an <br/>
<a id="pl.110.14"></a><var>110.14</var>order, stipulation, or agreement agreed to or issued by the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.110.15"></a><var>110.15</var>    (b) The cease and desist order must state the reason for its issuance and give notice <br/>
<a id="pl.110.16"></a><var>110.16</var>of the person's right to request a hearing under sections 
<statute_ref>14.57</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>14.62</statute_ref>. If the person fails <br/>
<a id="pl.110.17"></a><var>110.17</var>to request a hearing in writing postmarked within 15 calendar days after service of the <br/>
<a id="pl.110.18"></a><var>110.18</var>cease and desist order, the order is the final order of the board and is not reviewable by <br/>
<a id="pl.110.19"></a><var>110.19</var>a court or agency.<br/>
<a id="pl.110.20"></a><var>110.20</var>    (c) If the board receives a written request for a hearing postmarked within 15 <br/>
<a id="pl.110.21"></a><var>110.21</var>calendar days after service of the cease and desist order, the board must schedule a hearing <br/>
<a id="pl.110.22"></a><var>110.22</var>within 30 calendar days of receiving the request.<br/>
<a id="pl.110.23"></a><var>110.23</var>    (d) The administrative law judge must issue a report within 30 calendar days after <br/>
<a id="pl.110.24"></a><var>110.24</var>the contested case hearing is concluded.<br/>
<a id="pl.110.25"></a><var>110.25</var>    (e) Within 30 calendar days after the board receives the administrative law judge's <br/>
<a id="pl.110.26"></a><var>110.26</var>report, the board must issue a final order modifying, vacating, or making permanent <br/>
<a id="pl.110.27"></a><var>110.27</var>the cease and desist order. The final order remains in effect until modified or vacated <br/>
<a id="pl.110.28"></a><var>110.28</var>by the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.110.29"></a><var>110.29</var>    (f) If a person does not comply with a cease and desist order, the board may institute <br/>
<a id="pl.110.30"></a><var>110.30</var>a proceeding in any district court to obtain injunctive relief or other appropriate relief, <br/>
<a id="pl.110.31"></a><var>110.31</var>including but not limited to, a civil penalty payable to the board of up to $10,000 for <br/>
<a id="pl.110.32"></a><var>110.32</var>each violation.<br/>
<a id="pl.110.33"></a><var>110.33</var>    (g) A cease and desist order issued according to this subdivision does not relieve a <br/>
<a id="pl.110.34"></a><var>110.34</var>person from criminal prosecution by a competent authority or from disciplinary action <br/>
<a id="pl.110.35"></a><var>110.35</var>by the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.111.1"></a><var>111.1</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Injunctive relief.</b> (a) In addition to any other remedy provided by law, the <br/>
<a id="pl.111.2"></a><var>111.2</var>board may bring an action in district court for injunctive relief to restrain any unauthorized <br/>
<a id="pl.111.3"></a><var>111.3</var>practice or violation or threatened violation of any statute or rule, stipulation, or agreement <br/>
<a id="pl.111.4"></a><var>111.4</var>agreed to or enforced by the board or an order issued by the board.<br/>
<a id="pl.111.5"></a><var>111.5</var>    (b) A temporary restraining order may be granted in the proceeding if continued <br/>
<a id="pl.111.6"></a><var>111.6</var>activity by a person would create an imminent risk of harm to others.<br/>
<a id="pl.111.7"></a><var>111.7</var>    (c) Injunctive relief granted according to this subdivision does not relieve a person <br/>
<a id="pl.111.8"></a><var>111.8</var>from criminal prosecution by a competent authority or from disciplinary action by the <br/>
<a id="pl.111.9"></a><var>111.9</var>board.<br/>
<a id="pl.111.10"></a><var>111.10</var>    (d) In bringing an action for injunctive relief, the board need not show irreparable <br/>
<a id="pl.111.11"></a><var>111.11</var>harm.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.117.0"></a><a id="pl.111.12"></a><var>111.12</var>    Sec. 117. <b>[148E.270] VOLUNTARY ACTIONS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.111.13"></a><var>111.13</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Agreements for corrective action.</b> (a) The board or a designated <br/>
<a id="pl.111.14"></a><var>111.14</var>board member may enter into an agreement for corrective action with an applicant or <br/>
<a id="pl.111.15"></a><var>111.15</var>licensee when the board or a designated board member determines that a complaint <br/>
<a id="pl.111.16"></a><var>111.16</var>alleging a violation of a statute or rule enforced by the board or an order issued by the <br/>
<a id="pl.111.17"></a><var>111.17</var>board may best be resolved through an agreement for corrective action when disciplinary <br/>
<a id="pl.111.18"></a><var>111.18</var>action is not required to protect the public.<br/>
<a id="pl.111.19"></a><var>111.19</var>    (b) An agreement for corrective action must:<br/>
<a id="pl.111.20"></a><var>111.20</var>    (1) be in writing;<br/>
<a id="pl.111.21"></a><var>111.21</var>    (2) specify the facts upon which the agreement is based;<br/>
<a id="pl.111.22"></a><var>111.22</var>    (3) clearly indicate the corrective action agreed upon; and<br/>
<a id="pl.111.23"></a><var>111.23</var>    (4) provide that the complaint that resulted in the agreement must be dismissed by the <br/>
<a id="pl.111.24"></a><var>111.24</var>board or the designated board member upon successful completion of the corrective action.<br/>
<a id="pl.111.25"></a><var>111.25</var>    (c) The board or designated board member may determine successful completion <br/>
<a id="pl.111.26"></a><var>111.26</var>when the applicant or licensee submits a request for dismissal that documents the <br/>
<a id="pl.111.27"></a><var>111.27</var>applicant's or licensee's successful completion of the corrective action. The burden of <br/>
<a id="pl.111.28"></a><var>111.28</var>proof is on the applicant or licensee to prove successful completion.<br/>
<a id="pl.111.29"></a><var>111.29</var>    (d) An agreement for corrective action is not disciplinary action but must be treated <br/>
<a id="pl.111.30"></a><var>111.30</var>as public data under chapter 13.<br/>
<a id="pl.111.31"></a><var>111.31</var>    (e) The board may impose a fee to reimburse the board for all or part of the costs <br/>
<a id="pl.111.32"></a><var>111.32</var>of the proceedings resulting in a corrective action, including, but not limited to, the <br/>
<a id="pl.111.33"></a><var>111.33</var>amount paid by the board for services received from or expenses incurred by the Office <br/>
<a id="pl.111.34"></a><var>111.34</var>of the Attorney General, board members, board staff, or the amount paid by the board <br/>
<a id="pl.111.35"></a><var>111.35</var>for reproducing records.<br/>
<a id="pl.112.1"></a><var>112.1</var>    (f) The board or designated board member must not enter into an agreement for <br/>
<a id="pl.112.2"></a><var>112.2</var>corrective action when the complaint alleged sexual conduct with a client unless there is <br/>
<a id="pl.112.3"></a><var>112.3</var>insufficient evidence to justify disciplinary action but there is a basis for corrective action.<br/>
<a id="pl.112.4"></a><var>112.4</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Stipulations to cease practicing social work.</b> (a) The board or a <br/>
<a id="pl.112.5"></a><var>112.5</var>designated board member may enter into a stipulation to cease practicing social work with <br/>
<a id="pl.112.6"></a><var>112.6</var>a licensee if the board or designated board member determines that the licensee is unable <br/>
<a id="pl.112.7"></a><var>112.7</var>to practice social work competently or safely or that the social worker's continued practice <br/>
<a id="pl.112.8"></a><var>112.8</var>creates an unacceptable risk of safety to clients, potential clients, or the public.<br/>
<a id="pl.112.9"></a><var>112.9</var>    (b) A stipulation to cease practicing social work must:<br/>
<a id="pl.112.10"></a><var>112.10</var>    (1) be in writing;<br/>
<a id="pl.112.11"></a><var>112.11</var>    (2) specify the facts upon which the stipulation is based;<br/>
<a id="pl.112.12"></a><var>112.12</var>    (3) clearly indicate that the licensee must not practice social work and must not hold <br/>
<a id="pl.112.13"></a><var>112.13</var>out to the public that the social worker is licensed; and<br/>
<a id="pl.112.14"></a><var>112.14</var>    (4) specify the term of the stipulation or when and under what circumstances the <br/>
<a id="pl.112.15"></a><var>112.15</var>licensee may petition the board for termination of the stipulation.<br/>
<a id="pl.112.16"></a><var>112.16</var>    (c) A stipulation to cease practicing social work is not disciplinary action but must <br/>
<a id="pl.112.17"></a><var>112.17</var>be treated as public data under chapter 13.<br/>
<a id="pl.112.18"></a><var>112.18</var>    (d) Nothing in this subdivision prevents the board or designated board member <br/>
<a id="pl.112.19"></a><var>112.19</var>from taking any other disciplinary or adversarial action authorized by sections 
<statute_ref>148E.255</statute_ref> <br/>
<a id="pl.112.20"></a><var>112.20</var>to 
<statute_ref>148E.265</statute_ref> in lieu of or in addition to entering into a stipulation to cease practicing <br/>
<a id="pl.112.21"></a><var>112.21</var>social work.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.118.0"></a><a id="pl.112.22"></a><var>112.22</var>    Sec. 118. <b>[148E.275] UNAUTHORIZED PRACTICE.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.112.23"></a><var>112.23</var>    No individual may:<br/>
<a id="pl.112.24"></a><var>112.24</var>    (1) engage in the practice of social work without a social work license under <br/>
<a id="pl.112.25"></a><var>112.25</var>sections 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref> and 
<statute_ref>148E.060</statute_ref>, except when the individual is exempt from licensure <br/>
<a id="pl.112.26"></a><var>112.26</var>according to section 
<statute_ref>148E.065</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.112.27"></a><var>112.27</var>    (2) provide social work services to a client who resides in this state when the <br/>
<a id="pl.112.28"></a><var>112.28</var>individual providing the services is not licensed as a social worker according to sections <br/>
<a id="pl.112.29"></a><var>112.29</var><statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref> to 
<statute_ref>148E.060</statute_ref>, except when the individual is exempt from licensure according to <br/>
<a id="pl.112.30"></a><var>112.30</var>section 
<statute_ref>148E.065</statute_ref>.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.119.0"></a><a id="pl.112.31"></a><var>112.31</var>    Sec. 119. <b>[148E.280] USE OF TITLES.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.112.32"></a><var>112.32</var>    No individual may be presented to the public by any title incorporating the words <br/>
<a id="pl.112.33"></a><var>112.33</var>"social work" or "social worker" or in the titles in section 
<statute_ref>148E.195</statute_ref>, unless that individual <br/>
<a id="pl.113.1"></a><var>113.1</var>holds a license under sections 
<statute_ref>148E.055</statute_ref> and 
<statute_ref>148E.060</statute_ref>, or practices in a setting exempt <br/>
<a id="pl.113.2"></a><var>113.2</var>from licensure under section 
<statute_ref>148E.065</statute_ref>.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.120.0"></a><a id="pl.113.3"></a><var>113.3</var>    Sec. 120. <b>[148E.285] REPORTING REQUIREMENTS.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.113.4"></a><var>113.4</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Institutions.</b> A state agency, political subdivision, agency of a local <br/>
<a id="pl.113.5"></a><var>113.5</var>unit of government, private agency, hospital, clinic, prepaid medical plan, or other health <br/>
<a id="pl.113.6"></a><var>113.6</var>care institution or organization must report to the board:<br/>
<a id="pl.113.7"></a><var>113.7</var>    (1) any adversarial action, disciplinary action, or other sanction for conduct that <br/>
<a id="pl.113.8"></a><var>113.8</var>might constitute grounds for action under section 
<statute_ref>148E.190</statute_ref>;<br/>
<a id="pl.113.9"></a><var>113.9</var>    (2) the resignation of any applicant or licensee prior to the conclusion of any <br/>
<a id="pl.113.10"></a><var>113.10</var>proceeding for adversarial action, disciplinary action, or other sanction for conduct that <br/>
<a id="pl.113.11"></a><var>113.11</var>might constitute grounds for action under section 
<statute_ref>148E.190</statute_ref>; or<br/>
<a id="pl.113.12"></a><var>113.12</var>    (3) the resignation of any applicant or licensee prior to the commencement of a <br/>
<a id="pl.113.13"></a><var>113.13</var>proceeding for adversarial action, disciplinary action, or other sanction for conduct that <br/>
<a id="pl.113.14"></a><var>113.14</var>might constitute grounds for action under section 
<statute_ref>148E.190</statute_ref>, but after the applicant or <br/>
<a id="pl.113.15"></a><var>113.15</var>licensee had knowledge that a proceeding was contemplated or in preparation.<br/>
<a id="pl.113.16"></a><var>113.16</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Professional societies and associations.</b> A state or local professional <br/>
<a id="pl.113.17"></a><var>113.17</var>society or association whose members consist primarily of licensed social workers must <br/>
<a id="pl.113.18"></a><var>113.18</var>report to the board any adversarial action, disciplinary action, or other sanction taken <br/>
<a id="pl.113.19"></a><var>113.19</var>against a member.<br/>
<a id="pl.113.20"></a><var>113.20</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Immunity.</b> An individual, professional society or association, state agency, <br/>
<a id="pl.113.21"></a><var>113.21</var>political subdivision, agency of a local unit of government, private agency, hospital, <br/>
<a id="pl.113.22"></a><var>113.22</var>clinic, prepaid medical plan, other health care institution or organization, or other entity is <br/>
<a id="pl.113.23"></a><var>113.23</var>immune from civil liability or criminal prosecution for submitting in good faith a report <br/>
<a id="pl.113.24"></a><var>113.24</var>under subdivision 1 or 2 or for otherwise reporting, providing information, or testifying <br/>
<a id="pl.113.25"></a><var>113.25</var>about violations or alleged violations of this chapter.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.121.0"></a><a id="pl.113.26"></a><var>113.26</var>    Sec. 121. <b>[148E.290] PENALTIES.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.113.27"></a><var>113.27</var>    An individual or other entity that violates section 
<statute_ref>148E.275</statute_ref>, 
<statute_ref>148E.280</statute_ref>, or 
<statute_ref>148E.285</statute_ref> <br/>
<a id="pl.113.28"></a><var>113.28</var>is guilty of a misdemeanor.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.122.0"></a><a id="pl.113.29"></a><var>113.29</var>    Sec. 122. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 151.01, is amended by adding a subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.113.30"></a><var>113.30</var>to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.113.31"></a><var>113.31</var>    Subd. 31. <b>Electronic signature.</b> "Electronic signature" means an electronic sound, <br/>
<a id="pl.113.32"></a><var>113.32</var>symbol, or process attached to or associated with a record and executed or adopted by a <br/>
<a id="pl.113.33"></a><var>113.33</var>person with the intent to sign the record.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.123.0"></a><a id="pl.114.1"></a><var>114.1</var>    Sec. 123. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 151.01, is amended by adding a subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.114.2"></a><var>114.2</var>to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.114.3"></a><var>114.3</var>    Subd. 32. <b>Electronic transmission.</b> "Electronic transmission" means transmission <br/>
<a id="pl.114.4"></a><var>114.4</var>of information in electronic form.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.124.0"></a><a id="pl.114.5"></a><var>114.5</var>    Sec. 124. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 151.06, subdivision 1, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.114.6"></a><var>114.6</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Generally; rules.</b> (a) Powers and duties. The Board of Pharmacy <br/>
<a id="pl.114.7"></a><var>114.7</var>shall have the power and it shall be its duty: <br/>
<a id="pl.114.8"></a><var>114.8</var>    (1) to regulate the practice of pharmacy;<br/>
<a id="pl.114.9"></a><var>114.9</var>    (2) to regulate the manufacture, wholesale, and retail sale of drugs within this state;<br/>
<a id="pl.114.10"></a><var>114.10</var>    (3) to regulate the identity, labeling, purity, and quality of all drugs and medicines <br/>
<a id="pl.114.11"></a><var>114.11</var>dispensed in this state, using the United States Pharmacopeia and the National Formulary, <br/>
<a id="pl.114.12"></a><var>114.12</var>or any revisions thereof, or standards adopted under the federal act as the standard;<br/>
<a id="pl.114.13"></a><var>114.13</var>    (4) to enter and inspect by its authorized representative any and all places where <br/>
<a id="pl.114.14"></a><var>114.14</var>drugs, medicines, medical gases, or veterinary drugs or devices are sold, vended, given <br/>
<a id="pl.114.15"></a><var>114.15</var>away, compounded, dispensed, manufactured, wholesaled, or held; it may secure samples <br/>
<a id="pl.114.16"></a><var>114.16</var>or specimens of any drugs, medicines, medical gases, or veterinary drugs or devices <br/>
<a id="pl.114.17"></a><var>114.17</var>after paying or offering to pay for such sample; it shall be entitled to inspect and make <br/>
<a id="pl.114.18"></a><var>114.18</var>copies of any and all records of shipment, purchase, manufacture, quality control, and <br/>
<a id="pl.114.19"></a><var>114.19</var>sale of these items provided, however, that such inspection shall not extend to financial <br/>
<a id="pl.114.20"></a><var>114.20</var>data, sales data, or pricing data;<br/>
<a id="pl.114.21"></a><var>114.21</var>    (5) to examine and license as pharmacists all applicants whom it shall deem qualified <br/>
<a id="pl.114.22"></a><var>114.22</var>to be such;<br/>
<a id="pl.114.23"></a><var>114.23</var>    (6) to license wholesale drug distributors;<br/>
<a id="pl.114.24"></a><var>114.24</var>    (7) to deny, suspend, revoke, or refuse to renew any registration or license required <br/>
<a id="pl.114.25"></a><var>114.25</var>under this chapter, to any applicant or registrant or licensee upon any of the following <br/>
<a id="pl.114.26"></a><var>114.26</var>grounds:<br/>
<a id="pl.114.27"></a><var>114.27</var>    (i) fraud or deception in connection with the securing of such license or registration;<br/>
<a id="pl.114.28"></a><var>114.28</var>    (ii) in the case of a pharmacist, conviction in any court of a felony;<br/>
<a id="pl.114.29"></a><var>114.29</var>    (iii) in the case of a pharmacist, conviction in any court of an offense involving <br/>
<a id="pl.114.30"></a><var>114.30</var>moral turpitude;<br/>
<a id="pl.114.31"></a><var>114.31</var>    (iv) habitual indulgence in the use of narcotics, stimulants, or depressant drugs; <br/>
<a id="pl.114.32"></a><var>114.32</var>or habitual indulgence in intoxicating liquors in a manner which could cause conduct <br/>
<a id="pl.114.33"></a><var>114.33</var>endangering public health;<br/>
<a id="pl.114.34"></a><var>114.34</var>    (v) unprofessional conduct or conduct endangering public health;<br/>
<a id="pl.114.35"></a><var>114.35</var>    (vi) gross immorality;<br/>
<a id="pl.115.1"></a><var>115.1</var>    (vii) employing, assisting, or enabling in any manner an unlicensed person to <br/>
<a id="pl.115.2"></a><var>115.2</var>practice pharmacy;<br/>
<a id="pl.115.3"></a><var>115.3</var>    (viii) conviction of theft of drugs, or the unauthorized use, possession, or sale thereof;<br/>
<a id="pl.115.4"></a><var>115.4</var>    (ix) violation of any of the provisions of this chapter or any of the rules of the State <br/>
<a id="pl.115.5"></a><var>115.5</var>Board of Pharmacy;<br/>
<a id="pl.115.6"></a><var>115.6</var>    (x) in the case of a pharmacy license, operation of such pharmacy without a <br/>
<a id="pl.115.7"></a><var>115.7</var>pharmacist present and on duty;<br/>
<a id="pl.115.8"></a><var>115.8</var>    (xi) in the case of a pharmacist, physical or mental disability which could cause <br/>
<a id="pl.115.9"></a><var>115.9</var>incompetency in the practice of pharmacy;<br/>
<a id="pl.115.10"></a><var>115.10</var>    (xii) in the case of a pharmacist, the suspension or revocation of a license to practice <br/>
<a id="pl.115.11"></a><var>115.11</var>pharmacy in another state; or<br/>
<a id="pl.115.12"></a><var>115.12</var>    (xiii) in the case of a pharmacist, aiding suicide or aiding attempted suicide in <br/>
<a id="pl.115.13"></a><var>115.13</var>violation of section 
         <statute_ref>609.215</statute_ref> as established by any of the following: <br/>
<a id="pl.115.14"></a><var>115.14</var>    (A) a copy of the record of criminal conviction or plea of guilty for a felony in <br/>
<a id="pl.115.15"></a><var>115.15</var>violation of section 
         <statute_ref>609.215, subdivision 1</statute_ref> or 2; <br/>
<a id="pl.115.16"></a><var>115.16</var>    (B) a copy of the record of a judgment of contempt of court for violating an <br/>
<a id="pl.115.17"></a><var>115.17</var>injunction issued under section 
         <statute_ref>609.215, subdivision 4</statute_ref>; <br/>
<a id="pl.115.18"></a><var>115.18</var>    (C) a copy of the record of a judgment assessing damages under section 
         <statute_ref>609.215, <br/>
<a id="pl.115.19"></a><var>115.19</var>subdivision 5
         </statute_ref>; or <br/>
<a id="pl.115.20"></a><var>115.20</var>    (D) a finding by the board that the person violated section 
         <statute_ref>609.215, subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.115.21"></a><var>115.21</var>1
         </statute_ref> or 2. The board shall investigate any complaint of a violation of section 
         <statute_ref>609.215, <br/>
<a id="pl.115.22"></a><var>115.22</var>subdivision 1
         </statute_ref> or 2; <br/>
<a id="pl.115.23"></a><var>115.23</var>    (8) to employ necessary assistants and make adopt rules for the conduct of its <br/>
<a id="pl.115.24"></a><var>115.24</var>business;<br/>
<a id="pl.115.25"></a><var>115.25</var>    (9) to register as pharmacy technicians all applicants who the board determines are <br/>
<a id="pl.115.26"></a><var>115.26</var>qualified to carry out the duties of a pharmacy technician; and<br/>
<a id="pl.115.27"></a><var>115.27</var>    (10) to perform such other duties and exercise such other powers as the provisions of <br/>
<a id="pl.115.28"></a><var>115.28</var>the act may require.<br/>
<a id="pl.115.29"></a><var>115.29</var>    (b)  Temporary suspension. In addition to any other remedy provided by law, the <br/>
<a id="pl.115.30"></a><var>115.30</var>board may, without a hearing, temporarily suspend a license for not more than 60 days if <br/>
<a id="pl.115.31"></a><var>115.31</var>the board finds that a pharmacist has violated a statute or rule that the board is empowered <br/>
<a id="pl.115.32"></a><var>115.32</var>to enforce and continued practice by the pharmacist would create an imminent risk of <br/>
<a id="pl.115.33"></a><var>115.33</var>harm to others. The suspension shall take effect upon written notice to the pharmacist, <br/>
<a id="pl.115.34"></a><var>115.34</var>specifying the statute or rule violated. At the time it issues the suspension notice, the <br/>
<a id="pl.115.35"></a><var>115.35</var>board shall schedule a disciplinary hearing to be held under the Administrative Procedure <br/>
<a id="pl.116.1"></a><var>116.1</var>Act. The pharmacist shall be provided with at least 20 days' notice of any hearing held <br/>
<a id="pl.116.2"></a><var>116.2</var>under this subdivision. <br/>
<a id="pl.116.3"></a><var>116.3</var>    (c)  Rules. For the purposes aforesaid, it shall be the duty of the board to make <br/>
<a id="pl.116.4"></a><var>116.4</var>and publish uniform rules not inconsistent herewith for carrying out and enforcing <br/>
<a id="pl.116.5"></a><var>116.5</var>the provisions of this chapter. The board shall adopt rules regarding prospective drug <br/>
<a id="pl.116.6"></a><var>116.6</var>utilization review and patient counseling by pharmacists. A pharmacist in the exercise of <br/>
<a id="pl.116.7"></a><var>116.7</var>the pharmacist's professional judgment, upon the presentation of a new prescription by a <br/>
<a id="pl.116.8"></a><var>116.8</var>patient or the patient's caregiver or agent, shall perform the prospective drug utilization <br/>
<a id="pl.116.9"></a><var>116.9</var>review required by rules issued under this subdivision. <br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.125.0"></a><a id="pl.116.10"></a><var>116.10</var>    Sec. 125. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 151.21, subdivision 1, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.116.11"></a><var>116.11</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Generally.</b> Except as provided in this section, it shall be unlawful for <br/>
<a id="pl.116.12"></a><var>116.12</var>any pharmacist, assistant pharmacist, or pharmacist intern who dispenses prescriptions, <br/>
<a id="pl.116.13"></a><var>116.13</var>drugs, and medicines to substitute an article different from the one ordered, or deviate <br/>
<a id="pl.116.14"></a><var>116.14</var>in any manner from the requirements of an order or prescription without the approval of <br/>
<a id="pl.116.15"></a><var>116.15</var>the prescriber.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.126.0"></a><a id="pl.116.16"></a><var>116.16</var>    Sec. 126. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 151.21, subdivision 2, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.116.17"></a><var>116.17</var>    Subd. 2. <b>Brand name specified.</b> When a pharmacist receives a written paper or <br/>
<a id="pl.116.18"></a><var>116.18</var>hard copy prescription on which the prescriber has personally written in handwriting <br/>
<a id="pl.116.19"></a><var>116.19</var>"dispense as written" or "D.A.W.," a prescription sent by electronic transmission on which <br/>
<a id="pl.116.20"></a><var>116.20</var>the prescriber has expressly indicated in a manner consistent with the standards for <br/>
<a id="pl.116.21"></a><var>116.21</var>electronic prescribing under Code of Federal Regulations, title 42, section 423, that the <br/>
<a id="pl.116.22"></a><var>116.22</var>prescription is to be dispensed as transmitted and which bears the prescriber's electronic <br/>
<a id="pl.116.23"></a><var>116.23</var>signature, or an oral prescription in which the prescriber has expressly indicated that the <br/>
<a id="pl.116.24"></a><var>116.24</var>prescription is to be dispensed as communicated, the pharmacist shall dispense the brand <br/>
<a id="pl.116.25"></a><var>116.25</var>name legend drug as prescribed.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.127.0"></a><a id="pl.116.26"></a><var>116.26</var>    Sec. 127. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 151.21, subdivision 3, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.116.27"></a><var>116.27</var>    Subd. 3. <b>Brand name not specified.</b> When a pharmacist receives a written paper or <br/>
<a id="pl.116.28"></a><var>116.28</var>hard copy prescription on which the prescriber has not personally written in handwriting <br/>
<a id="pl.116.29"></a><var>116.29</var>"dispense as written" or "D.A.W.," a prescription sent by electronic transmission on which <br/>
<a id="pl.116.30"></a><var>116.30</var>the prescriber has not expressly indicated in a manner consistent with the standards for <br/>
<a id="pl.116.31"></a><var>116.31</var>electronic prescribing under Code of Federal Regulations, title 42, section 423, that the <br/>
<a id="pl.116.32"></a><var>116.32</var>prescription is to be dispensed as transmitted and which bears the prescriber's electronic <br/>
<a id="pl.116.33"></a><var>116.33</var>signature, or an oral prescription in which the prescriber has not expressly indicated <br/>
<a id="pl.117.1"></a><var>117.1</var>that the prescription is to be dispensed as communicated, and there is available in the <br/>
<a id="pl.117.2"></a><var>117.2</var>pharmacist's stock a less expensive generically equivalent drug that, in the pharmacist's <br/>
<a id="pl.117.3"></a><var>117.3</var>professional judgment, is safely interchangeable with the prescribed drug, then the <br/>
<a id="pl.117.4"></a><var>117.4</var>pharmacist shall, after disclosing the substitution to the purchaser, dispense the generic <br/>
<a id="pl.117.5"></a><var>117.5</var>drug, unless the purchaser objects. A pharmacist may also substitute pursuant to the oral <br/>
<a id="pl.117.6"></a><var>117.6</var>instructions of the prescriber. A pharmacist may not substitute a generically equivalent <br/>
<a id="pl.117.7"></a><var>117.7</var>drug product unless, in the pharmacist's professional judgment, the substituted drug is <br/>
<a id="pl.117.8"></a><var>117.8</var>therapeutically equivalent and interchangeable to the prescribed drug. A pharmacist <br/>
<a id="pl.117.9"></a><var>117.9</var>shall notify the purchaser if the pharmacist is dispensing a drug other than the brand <br/>
<a id="pl.117.10"></a><var>117.10</var>name drug prescribed.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.128.0"></a><a id="pl.117.11"></a><var>117.11</var>    Sec. 128. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 151.21, is amended by adding a subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.117.12"></a><var>117.12</var>to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.117.13"></a><var>117.13</var>    Subd. 3a. <b>Prescriptions by electronic transmission.</b> Nothing in this section <br/>
<a id="pl.117.14"></a><var>117.14</var>permits a prescriber to maintain "dispense as written" or "D.A.W." as a default on all <br/>
<a id="pl.117.15"></a><var>117.15</var>prescriptions. Prescribers must add the "dispense as written" or "D.A.W." designation to <br/>
<a id="pl.117.16"></a><var>117.16</var>electronic prescriptions individually, as appropriate.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.129.0"></a><a id="pl.117.17"></a><var>117.17</var>    Sec. 129. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 214.103, subdivision 8, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.117.18"></a><var>117.18</var>    Subd. 8. <b>Dismissal of a complaint.</b> A complaint may not be dismissed without <br/>
<a id="pl.117.19"></a><var>117.19</var>the concurrence of at least two board members, and a review by a representative of <br/>
<a id="pl.117.20"></a><var>117.20</var>the attorney general's office. The designee of the attorney general must review before <br/>
<a id="pl.117.21"></a><var>117.21</var>dismissal any complaints which allege any violation of chapter 609, any conduct which <br/>
<a id="pl.117.22"></a><var>117.22</var>would be required to be reported under section 
<statute_ref>626.556</statute_ref> or 
<statute_ref>626.557</statute_ref>, any sexual contact <br/>
<a id="pl.117.23"></a><var>117.23</var>or sexual conduct with a client, any violation of a federal law, any actual or potential <br/>
<a id="pl.117.24"></a><var>117.24</var>inability to practice the regulated profession or occupation by reason of illness, use of <br/>
<a id="pl.117.25"></a><var>117.25</var>alcohol, drugs, chemicals, or any other materials, or as a result of any mental or physical <br/>
<a id="pl.117.26"></a><var>117.26</var>condition, any violation of state medical assistance laws, or any disciplinary action related <br/>
<a id="pl.117.27"></a><var>117.27</var>to credentialing in another jurisdiction or country which was based on the same or related <br/>
<a id="pl.117.28"></a><var>117.28</var>conduct specified in this subdivision. <br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.130.0"></a><a id="pl.117.29"></a><var>117.29</var>    Sec. 130. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 214.103, subdivision 9, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.117.30"></a><var>117.30</var>    Subd. 9. <b>Information to complainant.</b> A board shall furnish to a person who <br/>
<a id="pl.117.31"></a><var>117.31</var>made a complaint a written description of the board's complaint process, as well as the <br/>
<a id="pl.117.32"></a><var>117.32</var>actions of the board relating to the complaint.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.131.0"></a><a id="pl.118.1"></a><var>118.1</var>    Sec. 131. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 214.32, subdivision 1, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.118.2"></a><var>118.2</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Management.</b> (a) A Health Professionals Services Program <br/>
<a id="pl.118.3"></a><var>118.3</var>Committee is established, consisting of one person appointed by each participating board, <br/>
<a id="pl.118.4"></a><var>118.4</var>with each participating board having one vote. The committee shall designate one board <br/>
<a id="pl.118.5"></a><var>118.5</var>to provide administrative management of the program, set the program budget and the <br/>
<a id="pl.118.6"></a><var>118.6</var>pro rata share of program expenses to be borne by each participating board, provide <br/>
<a id="pl.118.7"></a><var>118.7</var>guidance on the general operation of the program, including hiring of program personnel, <br/>
<a id="pl.118.8"></a><var>118.8</var>and ensure that the program's direction is in accord with its authority. If the participating <br/>
<a id="pl.118.9"></a><var>118.9</var>boards change which board is designated to provide administrative management of <br/>
<a id="pl.118.10"></a><var>118.10</var>the program, any appropriation remaining for the program shall transfer to the newly <br/>
<a id="pl.118.11"></a><var>118.11</var>designated board on the effective date of the change. The participating boards must inform <br/>
<a id="pl.118.12"></a><var>118.12</var>the appropriate legislative committees and the commissioner of finance of any change <br/>
<a id="pl.118.13"></a><var>118.13</var>in the administrative management of the program, and the amount of any appropriation <br/>
<a id="pl.118.14"></a><var>118.14</var>transferred under this provision.<br/>
<a id="pl.118.15"></a><var>118.15</var>    (b) The designated board, upon recommendation of the Health Professional Services <br/>
<a id="pl.118.16"></a><var>118.16</var>Program Committee, shall hire the program manager and employees and pay expenses <br/>
<a id="pl.118.17"></a><var>118.17</var>of the program from funds appropriated for that purpose. The designated board may <br/>
<a id="pl.118.18"></a><var>118.18</var>apply for grants to pay program expenses and may enter into contracts on behalf of the <br/>
<a id="pl.118.19"></a><var>118.19</var>program to carry out the purposes of the program. The participating boards shall enter into <br/>
<a id="pl.118.20"></a><var>118.20</var>written agreements with the designated board.<br/>
<a id="pl.118.21"></a><var>118.21</var>    (c) An advisory committee is established to advise the program committee consisting <br/>
<a id="pl.118.22"></a><var>118.22</var>of:<br/>
<a id="pl.118.23"></a><var>118.23</var>    (1) one member appointed by each of the following: the Minnesota Academy of <br/>
<a id="pl.118.24"></a><var>118.24</var>Physician Assistants, the Minnesota Dental Association, the Minnesota Chiropractic <br/>
<a id="pl.118.25"></a><var>118.25</var>Association, the Minnesota Licensed Practical Nurse Association, the Minnesota Medical <br/>
<a id="pl.118.26"></a><var>118.26</var>Association, the Minnesota Nurses Association, and the Minnesota Podiatric Medicine <br/>
<a id="pl.118.27"></a><var>118.27</var>Association;<br/>
<a id="pl.118.28"></a><var>118.28</var>    (2) one member appointed by each of the professional associations of the other <br/>
<a id="pl.118.29"></a><var>118.29</var>professions regulated by a participating board not specified in clause (1); and<br/>
<a id="pl.118.30"></a><var>118.30</var>    (3) two public members, as defined by section 
         <statute_ref>214.02</statute_ref>. <br/>
<a id="pl.118.31"></a><var>118.31</var>Members of the advisory committee shall be appointed for two years and members may <br/>
<a id="pl.118.32"></a><var>118.32</var>be reappointed.<br/>
<a id="pl.118.33"></a><var>118.33</var>    The advisory committee expires June 30, 2007.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.132.0"></a><a id="pl.118.34"></a><var>118.34</var>    Sec. 132. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 245.462, subdivision 18, is amended to <br/>
<a id="pl.118.35"></a><var>118.35</var>read:<br/>
<a id="pl.119.1"></a><var>119.1</var>    Subd. 18. <b>Mental health professional.</b> "Mental health professional" means a <br/>
<a id="pl.119.2"></a><var>119.2</var>person providing clinical services in the treatment of mental illness who is qualified in at <br/>
<a id="pl.119.3"></a><var>119.3</var>least one of the following ways:<br/>
<a id="pl.119.4"></a><var>119.4</var>    (1) in psychiatric nursing: a registered nurse who is licensed under sections 
         <statute_ref>148.171</statute_ref> <br/>
<a id="pl.119.5"></a><var>119.5</var>to 
         <statute_ref>148.285</statute_ref>; and:<br/>
<a id="pl.119.6"></a><var>119.6</var>    (i) who is certified as a clinical specialist or as a nurse practitioner in adult or family <br/>
<a id="pl.119.7"></a><var>119.7</var>psychiatric and mental health nursing by a national nurse certification organization; or<br/>
<a id="pl.119.8"></a><var>119.8</var>    (ii) who has a master's degree in nursing or one of the behavioral sciences or related <br/>
<a id="pl.119.9"></a><var>119.9</var>fields from an accredited college or university or its equivalent, with at least 4,000 hours <br/>
<a id="pl.119.10"></a><var>119.10</var>of post-master's supervised experience in the delivery of clinical services in the treatment <br/>
<a id="pl.119.11"></a><var>119.11</var>of mental illness;<br/>
<a id="pl.119.12"></a><var>119.12</var>    (2) in clinical social work: a person licensed as an independent clinical social worker <br/>
<a id="pl.119.13"></a><var>119.13</var>under chapter 148D, or a person with a master's degree in social work from an accredited <br/>
<a id="pl.119.14"></a><var>119.14</var>college or university, with at least 4,000 hours of post-master's supervised experience in <br/>
<a id="pl.119.15"></a><var>119.15</var>the delivery of clinical services in the treatment of mental illness;<br/>
<a id="pl.119.16"></a><var>119.16</var>    (3) in psychology: an individual licensed by the Board of Psychology under sections <br/>
<statute_ref><a id="pl.119.17"></a><var>119.17</var>148.88
         </statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148.98</statute_ref> who has stated to the Board of Psychology competencies in the diagnosis <br/>
<a id="pl.119.18"></a><var>119.18</var>and treatment of mental illness;<br/>
<a id="pl.119.19"></a><var>119.19</var>    (4) in psychiatry: a physician licensed under chapter 147 and certified by the <br/>
<a id="pl.119.20"></a><var>119.20</var>American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology or eligible for board certification in <br/>
<a id="pl.119.21"></a><var>119.21</var>psychiatry;<br/>
<a id="pl.119.22"></a><var>119.22</var>    (5) in marriage and family therapy: the mental health professional must be a <br/>
<a id="pl.119.23"></a><var>119.23</var>marriage and family therapist licensed under sections 
         <statute_ref>148B.29</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148B.39</statute_ref> with at least <br/>
<a id="pl.119.24"></a><var>119.24</var>two years of post-master's supervised experience in the delivery of clinical services in <br/>
<a id="pl.119.25"></a><var>119.25</var>the treatment of mental illness; or<br/>
<a id="pl.119.26"></a><var>119.26</var>    (6) in licensed professional clinical counseling, the mental health professional must <br/>
<a id="pl.119.27"></a><var>119.27</var>be a licensed professional clinical counselor under section 148B.5301; or<br/>
<a id="pl.119.28"></a><var>119.28</var>    (7) in allied fields: a person with a master's degree from an accredited college or <br/>
<a id="pl.119.29"></a><var>119.29</var>university in one of the behavioral sciences or related fields, with at least 4,000 hours of <br/>
<a id="pl.119.30"></a><var>119.30</var>post-master's supervised experience in the delivery of clinical services in the treatment of <br/>
<a id="pl.119.31"></a><var>119.31</var>mental illness.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.133.0"></a><a id="pl.119.32"></a><var>119.32</var>    Sec. 133. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 245.470, subdivision 1, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.119.33"></a><var>119.33</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Availability of outpatient services.</b> (a) County boards must provide <br/>
<a id="pl.119.34"></a><var>119.34</var>or contract for enough outpatient services within the county to meet the needs of adults <br/>
<a id="pl.119.35"></a><var>119.35</var>with mental illness residing in the county. Services may be provided directly by the <br/>
<a id="pl.120.1"></a><var>120.1</var>county through county-operated mental health centers or mental health clinics approved <br/>
<a id="pl.120.2"></a><var>120.2</var>by the commissioner under section 
         <statute_ref>245.69, subdivision 2</statute_ref>; by contract with privately <br/>
<a id="pl.120.3"></a><var>120.3</var>operated mental health centers or mental health clinics approved by the commissioner <br/>
<a id="pl.120.4"></a><var>120.4</var>under section 
         <statute_ref>245.69, subdivision 2</statute_ref>; by contract with hospital mental health outpatient <br/>
<a id="pl.120.5"></a><var>120.5</var>programs certified by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospital Organizations; <br/>
<a id="pl.120.6"></a><var>120.6</var>or by contract with a licensed mental health professional as defined in section 
         <statute_ref>245.462, <br/>
<a id="pl.120.7"></a><var>120.7</var>subdivision 18
         </statute_ref>, clauses (1) to (4) (6). Clients may be required to pay a fee according to <br/>
<a id="pl.120.8"></a><var>120.8</var>section 
         <statute_ref>245.481</statute_ref>. Outpatient services include: <br/>
<a id="pl.120.9"></a><var>120.9</var>    (1) conducting diagnostic assessments;<br/>
<a id="pl.120.10"></a><var>120.10</var>    (2) conducting psychological testing;<br/>
<a id="pl.120.11"></a><var>120.11</var>    (3) developing or modifying individual treatment plans;<br/>
<a id="pl.120.12"></a><var>120.12</var>    (4) making referrals and recommending placements as appropriate;<br/>
<a id="pl.120.13"></a><var>120.13</var>    (5) treating an adult's mental health needs through therapy;<br/>
<a id="pl.120.14"></a><var>120.14</var>    (6) prescribing and managing medication and evaluating the effectiveness of <br/>
<a id="pl.120.15"></a><var>120.15</var>prescribed medication; and<br/>
<a id="pl.120.16"></a><var>120.16</var>    (7) preventing placement in settings that are more intensive, costly, or restrictive <br/>
<a id="pl.120.17"></a><var>120.17</var>than necessary and appropriate to meet client needs.<br/>
<a id="pl.120.18"></a><var>120.18</var>    (b) County boards may request a waiver allowing outpatient services to be provided <br/>
<a id="pl.120.19"></a><var>120.19</var>in a nearby trade area if it is determined that the client can best be served outside the <br/>
<a id="pl.120.20"></a><var>120.20</var>county.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.134.0"></a><a id="pl.120.21"></a><var>120.21</var>    Sec. 134. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 245.4871, subdivision 27, is amended to <br/>
<a id="pl.120.22"></a><var>120.22</var>read:<br/>
<a id="pl.120.23"></a><var>120.23</var>    Subd. 27. <b>Mental health professional.</b> "Mental health professional" means a <br/>
<a id="pl.120.24"></a><var>120.24</var>person providing clinical services in the diagnosis and treatment of children's emotional <br/>
<a id="pl.120.25"></a><var>120.25</var>disorders. A mental health professional must have training and experience in working with <br/>
<a id="pl.120.26"></a><var>120.26</var>children consistent with the age group to which the mental health professional is assigned. <br/>
<a id="pl.120.27"></a><var>120.27</var>A mental health professional must be qualified in at least one of the following ways:<br/>
<a id="pl.120.28"></a><var>120.28</var>    (1) in psychiatric nursing, the mental health professional must be a registered nurse <br/>
<a id="pl.120.29"></a><var>120.29</var>who is licensed under sections 
         <statute_ref>148.171</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148.285</statute_ref> and who is certified as a clinical <br/>
<a id="pl.120.30"></a><var>120.30</var>specialist in child and adolescent psychiatric or mental health nursing by a national nurse <br/>
<a id="pl.120.31"></a><var>120.31</var>certification organization or who has a master's degree in nursing or one of the behavioral <br/>
<a id="pl.120.32"></a><var>120.32</var>sciences or related fields from an accredited college or university or its equivalent, with <br/>
<a id="pl.120.33"></a><var>120.33</var>at least 4,000 hours of post-master's supervised experience in the delivery of clinical <br/>
<a id="pl.120.34"></a><var>120.34</var>services in the treatment of mental illness;<br/>
<a id="pl.121.1"></a><var>121.1</var>    (2) in clinical social work, the mental health professional must be a person licensed <br/>
<a id="pl.121.2"></a><var>121.2</var>as an independent clinical social worker under chapter 148D, or a person with a master's <br/>
<a id="pl.121.3"></a><var>121.3</var>degree in social work from an accredited college or university, with at least 4,000 hours of <br/>
<a id="pl.121.4"></a><var>121.4</var>post-master's supervised experience in the delivery of clinical services in the treatment <br/>
<a id="pl.121.5"></a><var>121.5</var>of mental disorders;<br/>
<a id="pl.121.6"></a><var>121.6</var>    (3) in psychology, the mental health professional must be an individual licensed by <br/>
<a id="pl.121.7"></a><var>121.7</var>the board of psychology under sections 
         <statute_ref>148.88</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148.98</statute_ref> who has stated to the board of <br/>
<a id="pl.121.8"></a><var>121.8</var>psychology competencies in the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders;<br/>
<a id="pl.121.9"></a><var>121.9</var>    (4) in psychiatry, the mental health professional must be a physician licensed under <br/>
<a id="pl.121.10"></a><var>121.10</var>chapter 147 and certified by the American board of psychiatry and neurology or eligible <br/>
<a id="pl.121.11"></a><var>121.11</var>for board certification in psychiatry;<br/>
<a id="pl.121.12"></a><var>121.12</var>    (5) in marriage and family therapy, the mental health professional must be a <br/>
<a id="pl.121.13"></a><var>121.13</var>marriage and family therapist licensed under sections 
         <statute_ref>148B.29</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148B.39</statute_ref> with at least <br/>
<a id="pl.121.14"></a><var>121.14</var>two years of post-master's supervised experience in the delivery of clinical services in the <br/>
<a id="pl.121.15"></a><var>121.15</var>treatment of mental disorders or emotional disturbances; or<br/>
<a id="pl.121.16"></a><var>121.16</var>    (6) in licensed professional clinical counseling, the mental health professional must <br/>
<a id="pl.121.17"></a><var>121.17</var>be a licensed professional clinical counselor under section 148B.5301; or<br/>
<a id="pl.121.18"></a><var>121.18</var>    (7) in allied fields, the mental health professional must be a person with a master's <br/>
<a id="pl.121.19"></a><var>121.19</var>degree from an accredited college or university in one of the behavioral sciences or related <br/>
<a id="pl.121.20"></a><var>121.20</var>fields, with at least 4,000 hours of post-master's supervised experience in the delivery of <br/>
<a id="pl.121.21"></a><var>121.21</var>clinical services in the treatment of emotional disturbances.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.135.0"></a><a id="pl.121.22"></a><var>121.22</var>    Sec. 135. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 245.488, subdivision 1, is amended to read:<br/>
<a id="pl.121.23"></a><var>121.23</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Availability of outpatient services.</b> (a) County boards must provide <br/>
<a id="pl.121.24"></a><var>121.24</var>or contract for enough outpatient services within the county to meet the needs of each <br/>
<a id="pl.121.25"></a><var>121.25</var>child with emotional disturbance residing in the county and the child's family. Services <br/>
<a id="pl.121.26"></a><var>121.26</var>may be provided directly by the county through county-operated mental health centers or <br/>
<a id="pl.121.27"></a><var>121.27</var>mental health clinics approved by the commissioner under section 
         <statute_ref>245.69, subdivision 2</statute_ref>; <br/>
<a id="pl.121.28"></a><var>121.28</var>by contract with privately operated mental health centers or mental health clinics approved <br/>
<a id="pl.121.29"></a><var>121.29</var>by the commissioner under section 
         <statute_ref>245.69, subdivision 2</statute_ref>; by contract with hospital <br/>
<a id="pl.121.30"></a><var>121.30</var>mental health outpatient programs certified by the Joint Commission on Accreditation <br/>
<a id="pl.121.31"></a><var>121.31</var>of Hospital Organizations; or by contract with a licensed mental health professional as <br/>
<a id="pl.121.32"></a><var>121.32</var>defined in section 
         <statute_ref>245.4871, subdivision 27</statute_ref>, clauses (1) to (4) (6). A child or a child's <br/>
<a id="pl.121.33"></a><var>121.33</var>parent may be required to pay a fee based in accordance with section 
         <statute_ref>245.481</statute_ref>. Outpatient <br/>
<a id="pl.121.34"></a><var>121.34</var>services include: <br/>
<a id="pl.121.35"></a><var>121.35</var>    (1) conducting diagnostic assessments;<br/>
<a id="pl.122.1"></a><var>122.1</var>    (2) conducting psychological testing;<br/>
<a id="pl.122.2"></a><var>122.2</var>    (3) developing or modifying individual treatment plans;<br/>
<a id="pl.122.3"></a><var>122.3</var>    (4) making referrals and recommending placements as appropriate;<br/>
<a id="pl.122.4"></a><var>122.4</var>    (5) treating the child's mental health needs through therapy; and<br/>
<a id="pl.122.5"></a><var>122.5</var>    (6) prescribing and managing medication and evaluating the effectiveness of <br/>
<a id="pl.122.6"></a><var>122.6</var>prescribed medication.<br/>
<a id="pl.122.7"></a><var>122.7</var>    (b) County boards may request a waiver allowing outpatient services to be provided <br/>
<a id="pl.122.8"></a><var>122.8</var>in a nearby trade area if it is determined that the child requires necessary and appropriate <br/>
<a id="pl.122.9"></a><var>122.9</var>services that are only available outside the county.<br/>
<a id="pl.122.10"></a><var>122.10</var>    (c) Outpatient services offered by the county board to prevent placement must be at <br/>
<a id="pl.122.11"></a><var>122.11</var>the level of treatment appropriate to the child's diagnostic assessment.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.136.0"></a><a id="pl.122.12"></a><var>122.12</var>    Sec. 136. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 256B.0623, subdivision 5, is amended to <br/>
<a id="pl.122.13"></a><var>122.13</var>read:<br/>
<a id="pl.122.14"></a><var>122.14</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Qualifications of provider staff.</b> Adult rehabilitative mental health <br/>
<a id="pl.122.15"></a><var>122.15</var>services must be provided by qualified individual provider staff of a certified provider <br/>
<a id="pl.122.16"></a><var>122.16</var>entity. Individual provider staff must be qualified under one of the following criteria:<br/>
<a id="pl.122.17"></a><var>122.17</var>    (1) a mental health professional as defined in section 
         <statute_ref>245.462, subdivision 18</statute_ref>, <br/>
<a id="pl.122.18"></a><var>122.18</var>clauses (1) to (5). If the recipient has a current diagnostic assessment by a licensed mental <br/>
<a id="pl.122.19"></a><var>122.19</var>health professional as defined in section 
         <statute_ref>245.462, subdivision 18</statute_ref>, clauses (1) to (5) (6), <br/>
<a id="pl.122.20"></a><var>122.20</var>recommending receipt of adult mental health rehabilitative services, the definition of <br/>
<a id="pl.122.21"></a><var>122.21</var>mental health professional for purposes of this section includes a person who is qualified <br/>
<a id="pl.122.22"></a><var>122.22</var>under section 
         <statute_ref>245.462, subdivision 18</statute_ref>, clause (6) (7), and who holds a current and valid <br/>
<a id="pl.122.23"></a><var>122.23</var>national certification as a certified rehabilitation counselor or certified psychosocial <br/>
<a id="pl.122.24"></a><var>122.24</var>rehabilitation practitioner; <br/>
<a id="pl.122.25"></a><var>122.25</var>    (2) a mental health practitioner as defined in section 
         <statute_ref>245.462, subdivision 17</statute_ref>. The <br/>
<a id="pl.122.26"></a><var>122.26</var>mental health practitioner must work under the clinical supervision of a mental health <br/>
<a id="pl.122.27"></a><var>122.27</var>professional; or <br/>
<a id="pl.122.28"></a><var>122.28</var>    (3) a mental health rehabilitation worker. A mental health rehabilitation worker <br/>
<a id="pl.122.29"></a><var>122.29</var>means a staff person working under the direction of a mental health practitioner or mental <br/>
<a id="pl.122.30"></a><var>122.30</var>health professional and under the clinical supervision of a mental health professional in <br/>
<a id="pl.122.31"></a><var>122.31</var>the implementation of rehabilitative mental health services as identified in the recipient's <br/>
<a id="pl.122.32"></a><var>122.32</var>individual treatment plan who:<br/>
<a id="pl.122.33"></a><var>122.33</var>    (i) is at least 21 years of age;<br/>
<a id="pl.122.34"></a><var>122.34</var>    (ii) has a high school diploma or equivalent;<br/>
<a id="pl.123.1"></a><var>123.1</var>    (iii) has successfully completed 30 hours of training during the past two years in all <br/>
<a id="pl.123.2"></a><var>123.2</var>of the following areas: recipient rights, recipient-centered individual treatment planning, <br/>
<a id="pl.123.3"></a><var>123.3</var>behavioral terminology, mental illness, co-occurring mental illness and substance abuse, <br/>
<a id="pl.123.4"></a><var>123.4</var>psychotropic medications and side effects, functional assessment, local community <br/>
<a id="pl.123.5"></a><var>123.5</var>resources, adult vulnerability, recipient confidentiality; and<br/>
<a id="pl.123.6"></a><var>123.6</var>    (iv) meets the qualifications in subitem (A) or (B):<br/>
<a id="pl.123.7"></a><var>123.7</var>    (A) has an associate of arts degree in one of the behavioral sciences or human <br/>
<a id="pl.123.8"></a><var>123.8</var>services, or is a registered nurse without a bachelor's degree, or who within the previous <br/>
<a id="pl.123.9"></a><var>123.9</var>ten years has:<br/>
<a id="pl.123.10"></a><var>123.10</var>    (1) three years of personal life experience with serious and persistent mental illness;<br/>
<a id="pl.123.11"></a><var>123.11</var>    (2) three years of life experience as a primary caregiver to an adult with a serious <br/>
<a id="pl.123.12"></a><var>123.12</var>mental illness or traumatic brain injury; or<br/>
<a id="pl.123.13"></a><var>123.13</var>    (3) 4,000 hours of supervised paid work experience in the delivery of mental health <br/>
<a id="pl.123.14"></a><var>123.14</var>services to adults with a serious mental illness or traumatic brain injury; or<br/>
<a id="pl.123.15"></a><var>123.15</var>    (B)(1) is fluent in the non-English language or competent in the culture of the <br/>
<a id="pl.123.16"></a><var>123.16</var>ethnic group to which at least 20 percent of the mental health rehabilitation worker's <br/>
<a id="pl.123.17"></a><var>123.17</var>clients belong;<br/>
<a id="pl.123.18"></a><var>123.18</var>    (2) receives during the first 2,000 hours of work, monthly documented individual <br/>
<a id="pl.123.19"></a><var>123.19</var>clinical supervision by a mental health professional;<br/>
<a id="pl.123.20"></a><var>123.20</var>    (3) has 18 hours of documented field supervision by a mental health professional <br/>
<a id="pl.123.21"></a><var>123.21</var>or practitioner during the first 160 hours of contact work with recipients, and at least six <br/>
<a id="pl.123.22"></a><var>123.22</var>hours of field supervision quarterly during the following year;<br/>
<a id="pl.123.23"></a><var>123.23</var>    (4) has review and cosignature of charting of recipient contacts during field <br/>
<a id="pl.123.24"></a><var>123.24</var>supervision by a mental health professional or practitioner; and<br/>
<a id="pl.123.25"></a><var>123.25</var>    (5) has 40 hours of additional continuing education on mental health topics during <br/>
<a id="pl.123.26"></a><var>123.26</var>the first year of employment.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.137.0"></a><a id="pl.123.27"></a><var>123.27</var>    Sec. 137. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 256B.0624, subdivision 5, is amended to <br/>
<a id="pl.123.28"></a><var>123.28</var>read:<br/>
<a id="pl.123.29"></a><var>123.29</var>    Subd. 5. <b>Mobile crisis intervention staff qualifications.</b> For provision of adult <br/>
<a id="pl.123.30"></a><var>123.30</var>mental health mobile crisis intervention services, a mobile crisis intervention team is <br/>
<a id="pl.123.31"></a><var>123.31</var>comprised of at least two mental health professionals as defined in section 
         <statute_ref>245.462, <br/>
<a id="pl.123.32"></a><var>123.32</var>subdivision 18
         </statute_ref>, clauses (1) to (5) (6), or a combination of at least one mental health <br/>
<a id="pl.123.33"></a><var>123.33</var>professional and one mental health practitioner as defined in section 
         <statute_ref>245.462, subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.123.34"></a><var>123.34</var>17
         </statute_ref>, with the required mental health crisis training and under the clinical supervision of <br/>
<a id="pl.123.35"></a><var>123.35</var>a mental health professional on the team. The team must have at least two people with <br/>
<a id="pl.124.1"></a><var>124.1</var>at least one member providing on-site crisis intervention services when needed. Team <br/>
<a id="pl.124.2"></a><var>124.2</var>members must be experienced in mental health assessment, crisis intervention techniques, <br/>
<a id="pl.124.3"></a><var>124.3</var>and clinical decision-making under emergency conditions and have knowledge of local <br/>
<a id="pl.124.4"></a><var>124.4</var>services and resources. The team must recommend and coordinate the team's services <br/>
<a id="pl.124.5"></a><var>124.5</var>with appropriate local resources such as the county social services agency, mental health <br/>
<a id="pl.124.6"></a><var>124.6</var>services, and local law enforcement when necessary. <br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.138.0"></a><a id="pl.124.7"></a><var>124.7</var>    Sec. 138. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 256B.0624, subdivision 8, is amended to <br/>
<a id="pl.124.8"></a><var>124.8</var>read:<br/>
<a id="pl.124.9"></a><var>124.9</var>    Subd. 8. <b>Adult crisis stabilization staff qualifications.</b> (a) Adult mental health <br/>
<a id="pl.124.10"></a><var>124.10</var>crisis stabilization services must be provided by qualified individual staff of a qualified <br/>
<a id="pl.124.11"></a><var>124.11</var>provider entity. Individual provider staff must have the following qualifications:<br/>
<a id="pl.124.12"></a><var>124.12</var>    (1) be a mental health professional as defined in section 
         <statute_ref>245.462, subdivision 18</statute_ref>, <br/>
<a id="pl.124.13"></a><var>124.13</var>clauses (1) to (5) (6); <br/>
<a id="pl.124.14"></a><var>124.14</var>    (2) be a mental health practitioner as defined in section 
         <statute_ref>245.462, subdivision 17</statute_ref>. <br/>
<a id="pl.124.15"></a><var>124.15</var>The mental health practitioner must work under the clinical supervision of a mental health <br/>
<a id="pl.124.16"></a><var>124.16</var>professional; or <br/>
<a id="pl.124.17"></a><var>124.17</var>    (3) be a mental health rehabilitation worker who meets the criteria in section <br/>
<statute_ref><a id="pl.124.18"></a><var>124.18</var>256B.0623, subdivision 5
         </statute_ref>, clause (3); works under the direction of a mental health <br/>
<a id="pl.124.19"></a><var>124.19</var>practitioner as defined in section 
         <statute_ref>245.462, subdivision 17</statute_ref>, or under direction of a <br/>
<a id="pl.124.20"></a><var>124.20</var>mental health professional; and works under the clinical supervision of a mental health <br/>
<a id="pl.124.21"></a><var>124.21</var>professional. <br/>
<a id="pl.124.22"></a><var>124.22</var>    (b) Mental health practitioners and mental health rehabilitation workers must have <br/>
<a id="pl.124.23"></a><var>124.23</var>completed at least 30 hours of training in crisis intervention and stabilization during <br/>
<a id="pl.124.24"></a><var>124.24</var>the past two years.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.139.0"></a><a id="pl.124.25"></a><var>124.25</var>    Sec. 139. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 256B.0943, subdivision 1, is amended to <br/>
<a id="pl.124.26"></a><var>124.26</var>read:<br/>
<a id="pl.124.27"></a><var>124.27</var>    Subdivision 1. <b>Definitions.</b> For purposes of this section, the following terms have <br/>
<a id="pl.124.28"></a><var>124.28</var>the meanings given them.<br/>
<a id="pl.124.29"></a><var>124.29</var>    (a) "Children's therapeutic services and supports" means the flexible package of <br/>
<a id="pl.124.30"></a><var>124.30</var>mental health services for children who require varying therapeutic and rehabilitative <br/>
<a id="pl.124.31"></a><var>124.31</var>levels of intervention. The services are time-limited interventions that are delivered using <br/>
<a id="pl.124.32"></a><var>124.32</var>various treatment modalities and combinations of services designed to reach treatment <br/>
<a id="pl.124.33"></a><var>124.33</var>outcomes identified in the individual treatment plan.<br/>
<a id="pl.125.1"></a><var>125.1</var>    (b) "Clinical supervision" means the overall responsibility of the mental health <br/>
<a id="pl.125.2"></a><var>125.2</var>professional for the control and direction of individualized treatment planning, service <br/>
<a id="pl.125.3"></a><var>125.3</var>delivery, and treatment review for each client. A mental health professional who is an <br/>
<a id="pl.125.4"></a><var>125.4</var>enrolled Minnesota health care program provider accepts full professional responsibility <br/>
<a id="pl.125.5"></a><var>125.5</var>for a supervisee's actions and decisions, instructs the supervisee in the supervisee's work, <br/>
<a id="pl.125.6"></a><var>125.6</var>and oversees or directs the supervisee's work.<br/>
<a id="pl.125.7"></a><var>125.7</var>    (c) "County board" means the county board of commissioners or board established <br/>
<a id="pl.125.8"></a><var>125.8</var>under sections 
         <statute_ref>402.01</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>402.10</statute_ref> or 
         <statute_ref>471.59</statute_ref>. <br/>
<a id="pl.125.9"></a><var>125.9</var>    (d) "Crisis assistance" has the meaning given in section 
         <statute_ref>245.4871, subdivision 9a</statute_ref>. <br/>
<a id="pl.125.10"></a><var>125.10</var>    (e) "Culturally competent provider" means a provider who understands and can <br/>
<a id="pl.125.11"></a><var>125.11</var>utilize to a client's benefit the client's culture when providing services to the client. A <br/>
<a id="pl.125.12"></a><var>125.12</var>provider may be culturally competent because the provider is of the same cultural or <br/>
<a id="pl.125.13"></a><var>125.13</var>ethnic group as the client or the provider has developed the knowledge and skills through <br/>
<a id="pl.125.14"></a><var>125.14</var>training and experience to provide services to culturally diverse clients.<br/>
<a id="pl.125.15"></a><var>125.15</var>    (f) "Day treatment program" for children means a site-based structured program <br/>
<a id="pl.125.16"></a><var>125.16</var>consisting of group psychotherapy for more than three individuals and other intensive <br/>
<a id="pl.125.17"></a><var>125.17</var>therapeutic services provided by a multidisciplinary team, under the clinical supervision <br/>
<a id="pl.125.18"></a><var>125.18</var>of a mental health professional.<br/>
<a id="pl.125.19"></a><var>125.19</var>    (g) "Diagnostic assessment" has the meaning given in section 
         <statute_ref>245.4871, subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.125.20"></a><var>125.20</var>11
         </statute_ref>. <br/>
<a id="pl.125.21"></a><var>125.21</var>    (h) "Direct service time" means the time that a mental health professional, mental <br/>
<a id="pl.125.22"></a><var>125.22</var>health practitioner, or mental health behavioral aide spends face-to-face with a client <br/>
<a id="pl.125.23"></a><var>125.23</var>and the client's family. Direct service time includes time in which the provider obtains <br/>
<a id="pl.125.24"></a><var>125.24</var>a client's history or provides service components of children's therapeutic services and <br/>
<a id="pl.125.25"></a><var>125.25</var>supports. Direct service time does not include time doing work before and after providing <br/>
<a id="pl.125.26"></a><var>125.26</var>direct services, including scheduling, maintaining clinical records, consulting with others <br/>
<a id="pl.125.27"></a><var>125.27</var>about the client's mental health status, preparing reports, receiving clinical supervision <br/>
<a id="pl.125.28"></a><var>125.28</var>directly related to the client's psychotherapy session, and revising the client's individual <br/>
<a id="pl.125.29"></a><var>125.29</var>treatment plan.<br/>
<a id="pl.125.30"></a><var>125.30</var>    (i) "Direction of mental health behavioral aide" means the activities of a mental <br/>
<a id="pl.125.31"></a><var>125.31</var>health professional or mental health practitioner in guiding the mental health behavioral <br/>
<a id="pl.125.32"></a><var>125.32</var>aide in providing services to a client. The direction of a mental health behavioral aide <br/>
<a id="pl.125.33"></a><var>125.33</var>must be based on the client's individualized treatment plan and meet the requirements in <br/>
<a id="pl.125.34"></a><var>125.34</var>subdivision 6, paragraph (b), clause (5).<br/>
<a id="pl.126.1"></a><var>126.1</var>    (j) "Emotional disturbance" has the meaning given in section 
         <statute_ref>245.4871, subdivision <br/>
<a id="pl.126.2"></a><var>126.2</var>15
         </statute_ref>. For persons at least age 18 but under age 21, mental illness has the meaning given in <br/>
<a id="pl.126.3"></a><var>126.3</var>section 
         <statute_ref>245.462, subdivision 20</statute_ref>, paragraph (a). <br/>
<a id="pl.126.4"></a><var>126.4</var>    (k) "Individual behavioral plan" means a plan of intervention, treatment, and <br/>
<a id="pl.126.5"></a><var>126.5</var>services for a child written by a mental health professional or mental health practitioner, <br/>
<a id="pl.126.6"></a><var>126.6</var>under the clinical supervision of a mental health professional, to guide the work of the <br/>
<a id="pl.126.7"></a><var>126.7</var>mental health behavioral aide.<br/>
<a id="pl.126.8"></a><var>126.8</var>    (l) "Individual treatment plan" has the meaning given in section 
         <statute_ref>245.4871, <br/>
<a id="pl.126.9"></a><var>126.9</var>subdivision 21
         </statute_ref>. <br/>
<a id="pl.126.10"></a><var>126.10</var>    (m) "Mental health professional" means an individual as defined in section 
         <statute_ref>245.4871, <br/>
<a id="pl.126.11"></a><var>126.11</var>subdivision 27
         </statute_ref>, clauses (1) to (5) (6), or tribal vendor as defined in section 
         <statute_ref>256B.02, <br/>
<a id="pl.126.12"></a><var>126.12</var>subdivision 7
         </statute_ref>, paragraph (b). <br/>
<a id="pl.126.13"></a><var>126.13</var>    (n) "Preschool program" means a day program licensed under Minnesota Rules, <br/>
<a id="pl.126.14"></a><var>126.14</var>parts 9503.0005 to 9503.0175, and enrolled as a children's therapeutic services and <br/>
<a id="pl.126.15"></a><var>126.15</var>supports provider to provide a structured treatment program to a child who is at least 33 <br/>
<a id="pl.126.16"></a><var>126.16</var>months old but who has not yet attended the first day of kindergarten.<br/>
<a id="pl.126.17"></a><var>126.17</var>    (o) "Skills training" means individual, family, or group training designed to improve <br/>
<a id="pl.126.18"></a><var>126.18</var>the basic functioning of the child with emotional disturbance and the child's family in the <br/>
<a id="pl.126.19"></a><var>126.19</var>activities of daily living and community living, and to improve the social functioning of the <br/>
<a id="pl.126.20"></a><var>126.20</var>child and the child's family in areas important to the child's maintaining or reestablishing <br/>
<a id="pl.126.21"></a><var>126.21</var>residency in the community. Individual, family, and group skills training must:<br/>
<a id="pl.126.22"></a><var>126.22</var>    (1) consist of activities designed to promote skill development of the child and the <br/>
<a id="pl.126.23"></a><var>126.23</var>child's family in the use of age-appropriate daily living skills, interpersonal and family <br/>
<a id="pl.126.24"></a><var>126.24</var>relationships, and leisure and recreational services;<br/>
<a id="pl.126.25"></a><var>126.25</var>    (2) consist of activities that will assist the family's understanding of normal child <br/>
<a id="pl.126.26"></a><var>126.26</var>development and to use parenting skills that will help the child with emotional disturbance <br/>
<a id="pl.126.27"></a><var>126.27</var>achieve the goals outlined in the child's individual treatment plan; and<br/>
<a id="pl.126.28"></a><var>126.28</var>    (3) promote family preservation and unification, promote the family's integration <br/>
<a id="pl.126.29"></a><var>126.29</var>with the community, and reduce the use of unnecessary out-of-home placement or <br/>
<a id="pl.126.30"></a><var>126.30</var>institutionalization of children with emotional disturbance.<br/>
<br/>
<a id="bill.0.140.0"></a><a id="pl.126.31"></a><var>126.31</var>    Sec. 140. Minnesota Statutes 2006, section 256J.08, subdivision 73a, is amended to <br/>
<a id="pl.126.32"></a><var>126.32</var>read:<br/>
<a id="pl.126.33"></a><var>126.33</var>    Subd. 73a. <b>Qualified professional.</b> (a) For physical illness, injury, or incapacity, <br/>
<a id="pl.126.34"></a><var>126.34</var>a "qualified professional" means a licensed physician, a physician's assistant, a nurse <br/>
<a id="pl.126.35"></a><var>126.35</var>practitioner, or a licensed chiropractor.<br/>
<a id="pl.127.1"></a><var>127.1</var>    (b) For developmental disability and intelligence testing, a "qualified professional" <br/>
<a id="pl.127.2"></a><var>127.2</var>means an individual qualified by training and experience to administer the tests necessary <br/>
<a id="pl.127.3"></a><var>127.3</var>to make determinations, such as tests of intellectual functioning, assessments of adaptive <br/>
<a id="pl.127.4"></a><var>127.4</var>behavior, adaptive skills, and developmental functioning. These professionals include <br/>
<a id="pl.127.5"></a><var>127.5</var>licensed psychologists, certified school psychologists, or certified psychometrists working <br/>
<a id="pl.127.6"></a><var>127.6</var>under the supervision of a licensed psychologist.<br/>
<a id="pl.127.7"></a><var>127.7</var>    (c) For learning disabilities, a "qualified professional" means a licensed psychologist <br/>
<a id="pl.127.8"></a><var>127.8</var>or school psychologist with experience determining learning disabilities.<br/>
<a id="pl.127.9"></a><var>127.9</var>    (d) For mental health, a "qualified professional" means a licensed physician or a <br/>
<a id="pl.127.10"></a><var>127.10</var>qualified mental health professional. A "qualified mental health professional" means:<br/>
<a id="pl.127.11"></a><var>127.11</var>    (1) for children, in psychiatric nursing, a registered nurse who is licensed under <br/>
<a id="pl.127.12"></a><var>127.12</var>sections 
         <statute_ref>148.171</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148.285</statute_ref>, and who is certified as a clinical specialist in child <br/>
<a id="pl.127.13"></a><var>127.13</var>and adolescent psychiatric or mental health nursing by a national nurse certification <br/>
<a id="pl.127.14"></a><var>127.14</var>organization or who has a master's degree in nursing or one of the behavioral sciences <br/>
<a id="pl.127.15"></a><var>127.15</var>or related fields from an accredited college or university or its equivalent, with at least <br/>
<a id="pl.127.16"></a><var>127.16</var>4,000 hours of post-master's supervised experience in the delivery of clinical services in <br/>
<a id="pl.127.17"></a><var>127.17</var>the treatment of mental illness;<br/>
<a id="pl.127.18"></a><var>127.18</var>    (2) for adults, in psychiatric nursing, a registered nurse who is licensed under <br/>
<a id="pl.127.19"></a><var>127.19</var>sections 
         <statute_ref>148.171</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148.285</statute_ref>, and who is certified as a clinical specialist in adult psychiatric <br/>
<a id="pl.127.20"></a><var>127.20</var>and mental health nursing by a national nurse certification organization or who has a <br/>
<a id="pl.127.21"></a><var>127.21</var>master's degree in nursing or one of the behavioral sciences or related fields from an <br/>
<a id="pl.127.22"></a><var>127.22</var>accredited college or university or its equivalent, with at least 4,000 hours of post-master's <br/>
<a id="pl.127.23"></a><var>127.23</var>supervised experience in the delivery of clinical services in the treatment of mental illness;<br/>
<a id="pl.127.24"></a><var>127.24</var>    (3) in clinical social work, a person licensed as an independent clinical social worker <br/>
<a id="pl.127.25"></a><var>127.25</var>under chapter 148D, or a person with a master's degree in social work from an accredited <br/>
<a id="pl.127.26"></a><var>127.26</var>college or university, with at least 4,000 hours of post-master's supervised experience in <br/>
<a id="pl.127.27"></a><var>127.27</var>the delivery of clinical services in the treatment of mental illness;<br/>
<a id="pl.127.28"></a><var>127.28</var>    (4) in psychology, an individual licensed by the Board of Psychology under sections <br/>
<statute_ref><a id="pl.127.29"></a><var>127.29</var>148.88
         </statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148.98</statute_ref>, who has stated to the Board of Psychology competencies in the <br/>
<a id="pl.127.30"></a><var>127.30</var>diagnosis and treatment of mental illness;<br/>
<a id="pl.127.31"></a><var>127.31</var>    (5) in psychiatry, a physician licensed under chapter 147 and certified by the <br/>
<a id="pl.127.32"></a><var>127.32</var>American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology or eligible for board certification in <br/>
<a id="pl.127.33"></a><var>127.33</var>psychiatry; and<br/>
<a id="pl.127.34"></a><var>127.34</var>    (6) in marriage and family therapy, the mental health professional must be a <br/>
<a id="pl.127.35"></a><var>127.35</var>marriage and family therapist licensed under sections 
         <statute_ref>148B.29</statute_ref> to 
         <statute_ref>148B.39</statute_ref>, with at least <br/>
<a id="pl.128.1"></a><var>128.1</var>two years of post-master's supervised experience in the delivery of clinical services in the <br/>
<a id="pl.128.2"></a><var>128.2</var>treatment of mental illness; and<br/>
<a id="pl.128.3"></a><var>128.3</var>    (7) in licensed professional clinical counseling, the mental health professional must <br/>
<a id="pl.128.4"></a><var>128.4</var>be a licensed professional clinical counselor under section 148B.5301.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.141.0"></a><a id="pl.128.5"></a><var>128.5</var>    Sec. 141. <b>APPLICABILITY OF RULES.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.128.6"></a><var>128.6</var>    Minnesota Rules, parts 5601.0100 to 5601.3200, apply both to physical therapists <br/>
<a id="pl.128.7"></a><var>128.7</var>and physical therapist assistants, except parts 5601.1200; 5601.1300; 5601.1800; <br/>
<a id="pl.128.8"></a><var>128.8</var>5601.1900; 5601.2000; 5601.3200, subpart 2, item D; and 5601.3200, subpart 5, only <br/>
<a id="pl.128.9"></a><var>128.9</var>apply to physical therapists.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.142.0"></a><a id="pl.128.10"></a><var>128.10</var>    Sec. 142. <b> REPEALER.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.128.11"></a><var>128.11</var>(a) Minnesota Statutes 2006, sections 148.691, subdivision 3; 148.71, subdivision 1; <br/>
<a id="pl.128.12"></a><var>128.12</var>148.72; 148.745; and 148.775, are repealed.<br/>
<a id="pl.128.13"></a><var>128.13</var>(b) Minnesota Statutes 2006, sections 148D.001; 148D.010; 148D.015; 148D.020; <br/>
<a id="pl.128.14"></a><var>128.14</var>148D.025; 148D.030; 148D.035; 148D.040; 148D.045; 148D.050; 148D.055; 148D.060; <br/>
<a id="pl.128.15"></a><var>128.15</var>148D.065; 148D.070; 148D.075; 148D.080; 148D.085; 148D.090; 148D.095; 148D.100; <br/>
<a id="pl.128.16"></a><var>128.16</var>148D.105; 148D.110; 148D.115; 148D.120; 148D.125; 148D.130; 148D.135; 148D.140; <br/>
<a id="pl.128.17"></a><var>128.17</var>148D.145; 148D.150; 148D.155; 148D.160; 148D.165; 148D.170; 148D.175; 148D.180; <br/>
<a id="pl.128.18"></a><var>128.18</var>148D.185; 148D.190; 148D.195; 148D.200; 148D.205; 148D.210; 148D.215; 148D.220; <br/>
<a id="pl.128.19"></a><var>128.19</var>148D.225; 148D.230; 148D.235; 148D.240; 148D.245; 148D.250; 148D.255; 148D.260; <br/>
<a id="pl.128.20"></a><var>128.20</var>148D.265; 148D.270; 148D.275; 148D.280; 148D.285; and 148D.290, are repealed <br/>
<a id="pl.128.21"></a><var>128.21</var>effective August 1, 2011.<br/>
<a id="pl.128.22"></a><var>128.22</var>(c) Minnesota Rules, parts 5601.0200; 5601.0300; 5601.0400; 5601.0500; <br/>
<a id="pl.128.23"></a><var>128.23</var>5601.0600; 5601.0700; 5601.0800; 5601.1400; 5601.1500; 5601.1600; 5601.2800; <br/>
<a id="pl.128.24"></a><var>128.24</var>5601.2900; 5601.3000; 5601.3105; 5601.3110; 5601.3115; 5601.3120; 5601.3125; <br/>
<a id="pl.128.25"></a><var>128.25</var>5601.3130; 5601.3135; 5601.3140; 5601.3145; 5601.3150; 5601.3155; 5601.3160; and <br/>
<a id="pl.128.26"></a><var>128.26</var>5601.3165, are repealed.<br/>
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<a id="bill.0.143.0"></a><a id="pl.128.27"></a><var>128.27</var>    Sec. 143. <b>EFFECTIVE DATE.</b><br/>
<a id="pl.128.28"></a><var>128.28</var>    Sections 63 to 121 are effective August 1, 2011.<br/>