Health occupations: marriage and family therapists; licensing requirements for marriage and family therapists; modify, and require continuing education. Amends secs. 16903 & 16909 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16903 & 333.16909) & adds secs. 16909a & 16914.
referred to Committee on Families and Veterans
Summary
The bill updates the titles and advertising that licensed marriage and family therapists may use, creates a limited‑license category, and tightens the qualifications needed for full licensure. Starting Jan. 1, 2028, applicants must hold a master’s (or higher) from an approved program and complete 3,000 post‑degree supervised hours, while all licensees will need approved continuing‑education for renewal. The changes aim to standardize training, improve supervision quality, and ensure ongoing professional development.
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