| Description |
Regulations for registration of qualified mental health professionals are being promulgated pursuant to a mandate of Chapters 418 and 426 of the 2017 Acts of the Assembly. Regulations establish the fees required for registration and renewal of registration and specify the education and experience necessary to qualify for registration. In order to maintain registration, there is a requirement of eight hours of continuing education with a minimum of one hour in ethics. Standards of practice for qualified mental health professionals include practicing within one’s competency area, practicing in a manner that does not endanger public health and safety, maintaining confidentiality, and avoiding dual relationships that would impair objectivity and increase risk of client exploitation. A violation of standards of practice or of applicable law or regulation provides grounds for disciplinary action by the Board.
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| State Authority |
§§ 54.1-2400
, 54.1-3500
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54.1-3505
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| Federal Authority |
N/A
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| Text of Regulation |
Link to Virginia Administrative Code |
| Goals of Regulation |
To establish a registry of qualified mental health professionals and set standards for their practice.
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| Meetings |
See all meetings (1) relating to this chapter.
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