Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board Social Work Advisory Committee Draft Minutes
The meeting included an executive director's report on BSRB operations and legislative updates. Significant time was dedicated to discussing the Social Work Multi-State Compact, specifically regarding fee structures for the Finance Committee and rules concerning license transfers, disciplinary history, and background checks for the Rules Committee. Additionally, updates were provided on the Association of Social Work Boards, including the upcoming launch of a new licensing examination. The committee also discussed and recommended four applicants for appointment to the Advisory Committee.
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Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board Professional Counselor Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee discussed a proposal regarding tele-training requirements for licensure and received reports on agency operations and recent legislative updates. Updates were provided concerning the annual meetings of the American Association of State Counseling Boards and the Kansas Counseling Association. The committee also reviewed progress on the Professional Counseling Multi-State Compact, specifically regarding participating states, fee structures, and regulatory submissions. Additional agenda items included recommending new committee members, planning the creation of a survey on supervision topics for licensees, and reviewing the evaluation process for licensure applicants with degrees in related fields.
The committee meeting covered a report from the Executive Director regarding agency operations and legislative updates. Discussions included Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards (ASPPB) topics, such as the development of model disciplinary guidelines, upcoming EPPP exam fee increases, and the organization's midyear meeting. The committee received an update on the PSYPACT multi-state compact, discussed ongoing reviews regarding artificial intelligence regulations, and debated potential changes to post-doctoral year requirements. Additionally, the committee reviewed advisory committee membership and discussed the feasibility study for the Texas alternative licensing examination.
The meeting included an executive report on agency operations and legislative updates, as well as a summary of the Regulators' meeting at the APBA annual conference regarding title protection for behavior analysts. The committee discussed proposed regulation changes for supervision requirements, including moving to a percentage-based model and mandating live, interactive supervision. Further, they explored alternative pathways to licensure to improve workforce numbers, including potential recognition of QABA certification. The committee also addressed upcoming membership vacancies, recent Supreme Court rulings relevant to the profession, and future research topics regarding continuing education requirements.
