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NY S07553

NY S07553
Establishes the New York state masters-in-mental health incentive scholarship program for qualified persons at a New York state public institution of higher education who seeks a career as a mental health clinician; requires such person to enroll in full-time study in an approved master's degree for mental health practitioners program at a New York state public institution of higher education or private not-for-profit college or university in this state which leads to licensure as a mental healt

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Introduced
11/29/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

Establishes the New York state masters-in-mental health incentive scholarship program for qualified persons at a New York state public institution of higher education who seeks a career as a mental health clinician; requires such person to enroll in full-time study in an approved master's degree for mental health practitioners program at a New York state public institution of higher education or private not-for-profit college or university in this state which leads to licensure as a mental health counselor, family therapist, creative arts therapist, psychoanalyst, or applied behavioral analyst; requires the execution of a service contract agreeing to be employed for four years by a non-profit organization licensed, funded or designated by the office of mental health, the office of addiction support and services, or the office for persons with developmental disabilities; makes related provisions.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the New York State Masters-in-Mental Health Incentive Scholarship Program for qualified individuals pursuing a master's degree in mental health at a New York State public institution of higher education or private not-for-profit college or university. The program provides tuition assistance to eligible students who agree to work for four years at a non-profit organization licensed, funded, or designated by the Office of Mental Health, the Office of Addiction Services and Supports, or the Office for Persons with Developmental Disabilities. The bill sets forth the eligibility criteria, award amounts, and requirements for repayment if the service obligation is not met.

Committee Categories

Education

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Last Action

REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION (on 01/05/2022)
(1 Companion Bills)

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