Article archive / September 1, 2011
Originally published: . Volume 3, No. 1. Source pages: 8, 9.
Legislative Coordinator:
The Board discussed SB268 and possible future issues associated with the bill. The Board reviewed the letters to the Attorney General regarding LPC Rulemaking and LPC Child Custody Guidelines. Dr. Courtney moved to request an AG opinion on the issues and Dr. Matthews seconded the motion. The Board reviewed the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education letter pertaining to Behavioral Health Analysts and agreed not to request an AG opinion.
Liaison to Professional Organizations and Boards:
Training Consultant Jamie Monic thanked the Board for her nomination for the ASPPB Ming Fisher Award.
Continuing Education:
Dr. Young reported that due to the Board meeting he was missing the ASPPB meeting with various boards on the issue of continuing education. Dr. Young noted that he would still be receiving materials from the meeting. Dr. Young also noted that a re- examination process and/or review might be forthcoming. Dr. Culross suggested that the Board consider changing its continuing education reporting procedures to require licensees to submit copies of the certificates with the reports. Dr. Courtney moved to issue an Opinion on continuing education reporting procedures. Executive Director Kelly Parker reported that the continuing education survey closes on July 22, 2011 and to date, there have been 114 participants. Ms. Parker informed the Board that the results would be available at the next meeting.
Sunset Review Committee:
Discussion Items
Dr. Matthews suggested that the Board obtain the assistance of the Board’s attorneys for review and changes regarding Sunset 2012. Dr. Matthews suggested the Board look at Opinions that have never been implemented as rules and possibly do so at this time. Dr. Courtney suggested working with LPA in conjunction with Sunset 2012. Dr. Young agreed to write a letter to LPA president, Dr. Phillip Griffin.
Texas Reciprocity:
This item was tabled for later discussion
Tulane University:
This item was tabled for later discussion.
Psychology Times:
The Board reviewed the credentials submitted by Julie Nelson.
Executive Director Report:
Kelly Parker reported that the 2011 Renewal Season would be closing on July 31, 2011. As of the date of the Board meeting, 565 psychologists had renewed. Ms. Parker also informed the Board that the survey link would be closed on July 22, 2011 and approximately 114 licensees had participated.
Board Meeting Dates:
The Board established the following meeting dates: August 26th, September 16th, October 28th, November 18th, and December 9th. The Board also agreed to have the Awards Ceremony in the evening of October 28th.
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