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Senate adopts changes to licensing rules for mental health counselors after debate over accreditation and OPLER process
Summary
The Senate adopted second substitute SB 68 to clarify that Utah State University master's graduates meet licensure education requirements and to restate required credentials (master's degree, 4,000 supervised hours, credit‑hour totals and national exams); supporters cited a workforce shortage while opponents described a turf dispute among training programs.
Sen. Wyler introduced a second substitute to Senate Bill 68 clarifying licensing eligibility for mental health counselors. The substitute spells out that candidates must hold a master's degree, complete 4,000 supervised hours, meet semester/quarter credit requirements, and pass national exams; sponsors said the change preserves existing standards while…
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