Bill > HF2590

This bill establishes a comprehensive licensure framework for clinical art therapists in Minnesota, expanding the Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy from 13 to 18 members by adding five clinical art therapist representatives. The legislation defines art therapy as an evidence-based clinical practice that uses creative techniques and art media to help individuals address mental, emotional, and developmental challenges. The bill creates two primary license types: a full licensed clinical art therapist (LCAT) and a provisional licensed clinical art therapist (LCAT-P), with specific requirements for each. To become a licensed clinical art therapist, applicants must have a master's or doctoral degree, complete 700 hours of supervised internship, pass a board certification examination, and complete 4,000 hours of supervised post-master's professional experience. The bill also establishes continuing education requirements (40 hours every two years), supervision standards, ethical guidelines, and a transition period allowing experienced certified art therapists to more easily obtain licensure. Additionally, the bill protects the professional title, prohibits unauthorized practice starting July 1, 2025, and adds licensed clinical art therapists to the list of recognized mental health professionals. The legislation includes provisions for license renewal, reciprocity, complaints, and sets various fees for licensing and related services, with appropriations for implementation by the Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF2590&ssn=0&y=2025