§ 5-63.2-6. General powers of board.
The board is authorized to recommend to the director of the department of health,
for his or her approval, the adoption, and from time to time, the revision of the
rules and regulations not inconsistent with law that may be necessary to enable it
to carry into effect the provisions of this chapter. The board shall recommend for
licensure at least twice a year. It shall determine the tests that applicants for
licensure take. The division of professional regulation shall adopt policies to be
followed in the examination, licensure, and renewal of licenses of qualified applicants.
The board shall conduct
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§ 5-63.2-6. General powers of board.
The board is authorized to recommend to the director of the department of health,
for his or her approval, the adoption, and from time to time, the revision of the
rules and regulations not inconsistent with law that may be necessary to enable it
to carry into effect the provisions of this chapter. The board shall recommend for
licensure at least twice a year. It shall determine the tests that applicants for
licensure take. The division of professional regulation shall adopt policies to be
followed in the examination, licensure, and renewal of licenses of qualified applicants.
The board shall conduct hearings upon charges calling for the discipline of a licensed
clinical mental health counselor or licensed marriage and family therapist or for
revocation of a license. The administrator of professional regulation has the power
to issue subpoenas and compel the attendance of witnesses and administer oaths to
persons giving testimony at hearings. The board or the director of the department
of health shall cause the prosecution of all persons violating this chapter and has
the power to incur the necessary expenses for the prosecution. The board shall make
provisions for continuing educational requirements for licensure. The board shall
keep a record of all its proceedings.