Bill > HB3760

This bill creates a new category of professional licensure for art therapists called "provisional licensed art therapist" through the Health Licensing Office (HLO). Under this new provision, individuals can obtain a provisional license if they are at least 18 years old, hold a master's degree from an approved art therapy program, meet specific credentialing requirements from the Art Therapy Credentials Board, and engage in a supervisory relationship with a qualified supervisor. To transition from a provisional license to a full licensed art therapist or licensed certified art therapist, individuals must complete two years of supervised mental health practice. The bill also modifies existing statutes to incorporate the new provisional license category, ensuring that provisional licensed art therapists are subject to the same professional standards and practice guidelines as other licensed art therapists. The new licensing category and associated amendments will become operative on January 1, 2026, and will apply to individuals seeking licensure on or after January 1, 2028, providing a structured pathway for emerging art therapy professionals to gain practical experience and become fully licensed practitioners.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB3760