Bill > S1305

This bill amends existing law regarding the prescriptive authority of certain psychologists in Idaho. The key provisions include: 1. Establishing the minimum standards for psychologists to qualify for provisional certification of prescriptive authority, including requirements for a doctorate in psychology, a master's degree in clinical psychopharmacology, and clinical experience under the direction of qualified practitioners. 2. Specifying the educational and training requirements for the clinical psychopharmacology program, which must cover topics such as basic science, neuroscience, physical assessments, clinical medicine, pharmacology, and professional ethics. 3. Allowing psychologists to be supervised by board-certified psychiatrists, neurologists, family medicine physicians, or other physicians with a minimum of two years of experience in managing psychotropic medications, instead of just those with specialized training. The bill aims to expand the prescriptive authority of qualified psychologists in Idaho, while ensuring they receive comprehensive training and oversight to safely and effectively prescribe psychotropic medications.

Health and Social Services, Justice

Health and Welfare Committee (Senate)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2020/legislation/S1305/