Examining State Licensing Requirements for Select Master’s-Level Behavioral Health Providers for Children
Abstract
Objective:
The authors examined licensing requirements for select children’s behavioral health care providers.
Methods:
Statutes and regulations as of October 2021 were reviewed for licensed clinical social workers, licensed professional counselors, and licensed marriage and family therapists for all 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia.
Results:
All jurisdictions had laws regarding postgraduate training and license portability. No jurisdiction included language about specialized postgraduate training related to serving children and families or cultural competence. Other policies that related to the structure, composition, and authority of licensing boards varied across states and licensure types.
Conclusions:
In their efforts to address barriers to licensure, expand the workforce, and ensure that children have access to high-quality and culturally responsive care, states could consider their statutes and regulations.
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