Chapter 148 — Minnesota Athletic Trainers Act
Minnesota Statutes Chapter 148 — Minnesota Athletic Trainers Act
148.01
Chiropractic
This section defines chiropractic care in Minnesota, including what counts as chiropractic services, diagnostic …
148.02
Chiropractors; State Board of Examiners
This section creates the Minnesota Board of Chiropractic Examiners, the state agency that oversees chiropractors.
148.03
Appointment
The governor appoints the Board of Chiropractic Examiners, which has five chiropractors and two public members. No more …
148.031
Continuing Education
This section requires the chiropractic board to set continuing education rules for chiropractors who work with workers' …
148.032
Registration in Animal Chiropractic Diagnosis and Treatment
This section sets the education and training requirements for chiropractors who want to register to treat animals.
148.033
Animal Chiropractic Continuing Education Hours
Chiropractors who treat animals must complete at least six extra hours of continuing education each year in animal …
148.035
Separate Treatment Room Required
A chiropractor who treats both humans and animals in the same building must have a separate, non-carpeted room for …
148.04
Procedure
The Board of Chiropractic Examiners can administer oaths, call witnesses, and set minimum educational requirements for …
148.05
License and Fee
The Board of Chiropractic Examiners issues licenses to practice chiropractic and charges a fee set by the board.
148.06
Application; Examination; License; Fee
To get a chiropractic license in Minnesota, you must complete pre-chiropractic college coursework, graduate from an …
148.07
Renewal Fees; Expenses
All licensed chiropractors must pay a renewal fee before their license expires. Late renewals have a penalty for each …
148.08
Rules
Chiropractors must follow the same public health rules as other doctors regarding contagious diseases and can sign …
148.09
Independent Examination
A chiropractor doing an independent exam for an auto insurance company must be actively practicing, must keep up with …
148.10
Licenses Revoked; New Licenses
The Board of Chiropractic Examiners can revoke, suspend, or limit a chiropractor's license for reasons including false …
148.101
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.102
Reports of State or Local Societies
Chiropractic societies, licensed health professionals, and insurance companies must report complaints and malpractice …
148.103
Immunity for Reporting or Investigating
People who report chiropractor misconduct to the board are protected from lawsuits. Board members and investigators are …
148.104
Cooperation During Investigations
A chiropractor under investigation by the board must cooperate fully, including attending meetings, answering questions, …
148.105
Violation
Practicing chiropractic without a license in Minnesota is a gross misdemeanor punishable by a fine of $1,000 to $10,000 …
148.106
Peer Review of Services and Fees
This section on peer review of chiropractic services and fees has been repealed.
148.107
Record Keeping
Chiropractors must keep detailed patient records including medical history, exams, diagnosis, treatment plans, daily …
148.108
Fees
This section authorizes the Board of Chiropractic Examiners to charge fees. Several fee subdivisions have been repealed.
148.11
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.12
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.13
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.14
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.15
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.16
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.17
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.171
Definitions; Title
This section defines key terms used in the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act, including what it means to be a registered …
148.18
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.181
Board of Nursing Membership, Vacancies, Disclosure
The Board of Nursing has 16 members appointed by the governor: eight registered nurses, four licensed practical nurses, …
148.19
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.191
Officers; Staff; Powers
The Board of Nursing elects officers, hires an executive director, and has the power to adopt rules, approve nursing …
148.20
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.201
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.21
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.211
Licensing
To become a licensed nurse in Minnesota, you must apply to the Board of Nursing, complete an approved nursing program, …
148.212
Temporary Permit
The Board of Nursing may issue temporary, nonrenewable permits to practice nursing while a nurse's full license …
148.22
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.221
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.23
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.231
Registration; Failure to Register; Reregistration; Verification
All licensed nurses must keep their registration current with the Board of Nursing by renewing at regular intervals, …
148.232
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.233
Identification of Certified Registered Nurses
Certified registered nurses must use the designation 'RN,C' and advanced practice registered nurses must use their …
148.234
State Boundaries Consideration
A nurse in Minnesota may follow orders from a doctor or advanced practice nurse licensed in another state, as long as …
148.235
Prescribing Drugs and Therapeutic Devices
Several subdivisions of this section on prescribing drugs and therapeutic devices by advanced practice nurses have been …
148.236
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.24
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.241
Expenses
The Board of Nursing's expenses are paid from state appropriations. All money is used only for carrying out the board's …
148.242
Fees
Fees paid to the Board of Nursing are nonrefundable and go into the state government special revenue fund.
148.243
Fee Amounts
This section sets specific dollar amounts for nursing license fees, including $105 for initial licensure or endorsement, …
148.25
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.251
Nursing Program
Schools that want to offer nursing programs must apply to the Board of Nursing and meet its standards for curriculum, …
148.26
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.261
Grounds for Disciplinary Action
The Board of Nursing can discipline nurses for fraud, criminal convictions, substance abuse, incompetence, patient …
148.262
Forms of Disciplinary Action; Automatic Suspension; Temporary Suspension; Reissuance
The Board of Nursing can deny, revoke, or suspend a nursing license, limit the nurse's practice, require retraining, …
148.263
Reporting Obligations
Hospitals, clinics, licensed health professionals, and insurers must report nurse misconduct, disciplinary actions, and …
148.264
Immunity
People who report nurse misconduct in good faith are protected from lawsuits. Board members and investigators are also …
148.265
Nurse Cooperation
A nurse under investigation by the Board of Nursing must fully cooperate, including answering questions, providing …
148.266
Disciplinary Record on Judicial Review
When a nurse appeals a board disciplinary action to court, the court must seal the administrative record and keep it …
148.267
Reports to Commissioner of Health
The Board of Nursing must track adverse health care events involving nurses and report them to the Commissioner of …
148.27
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.271
Exemptions
The Nurse Practice Act does not prohibit emergency nursing care, federal employees practicing nursing, other licensed …
148.272
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.28
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.281
Violations; Penalty
It is illegal to practice nursing without a license, use the title 'nurse' without a license, or fraudulently obtain a …
148.282
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.283
Unauthorized Practice of Professional, Advanced Practice Registered, and Practical Nursing
Practicing nursing without a license is declared a public nuisance and a threat to public health. A court can issue an …
148.284
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.2841
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.285
Transfer of Assets
All money and property belonging to the former board of nursing examiners was transferred to the current Board of …
148.286
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.29
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.291
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.292
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.293
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.294
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.295
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148.296
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.297
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.298
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.299
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.30
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148.31
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148.32
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148.33
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148.34
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148.35
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148.36
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148.37
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148.38
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148.39
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148.40
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148.41
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148.42
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148.43
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148.44
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148.45
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148.46
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148.47
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.48
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.51
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.511
Scope
This section establishes the scope and purpose of the law licensing speech-language pathologists and audiologists in …
148.512
Definitions
This section defines key terms used in the speech-language pathology and audiology licensing law, including …
148.513
Licensure; Protected Titles and Restrictions on Use; Exemptions
Only licensed speech-language pathologists and audiologists may use those titles and practice in Minnesota. The law …
148.514
General Licensure Requirements; Procedures and Qualifications
Applicants for a speech-language pathology or audiology license must meet general requirements including submitting an …
148.515
Qualifications for Licensure
This section sets specific education and clinical requirements for speech-language pathologists and audiologists, …
148.516
Licensure by Equivalency
Speech-language pathologists and audiologists who meet equivalent qualifications may apply for licensure by equivalency.
148.5161
Clinical Fellowship Licensure or Doctoral Externship Licensure
Speech-language pathology and audiology graduates may obtain a clinical fellowship or doctoral externship license to …
148.517
Licensure by Reciprocity
Speech-language pathologists and audiologists licensed in other states may apply for a Minnesota license through …
148.5175
Temporary Licensure
The board may issue temporary licenses to speech-language pathologists and audiologists while their applications are …
148.518
Licensure Following Lapse of Licensure Status
If your speech-language pathology or audiology license has lapsed, you must meet specific requirements to get it …
148.5181
Licensure; Speech-language Pathology Assistants
This section sets the requirements for licensure as a speech-language pathology assistant, who works under the …
148.5185
Audiology and Speech-language Pathology Interstate Compact
This section adopts the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact, which allows licensed audiologists …
148.5186
Application of Audiology and Speech-language Pathology Interstate Compact to Existing Laws
This section explains how the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact interacts with existing …
148.519
Licensure Procedures
This section outlines the procedures for processing speech-language pathology and audiology license applications, …
148.5191
Licensure Renewal
Licensed speech-language pathologists and audiologists must renew their licenses at regular intervals by meeting …
148.5192
Speech-language Pathology Assistants
This section sets specific requirements for speech-language pathology assistants, including supervision requirements and …
148.5193
Continuing Education Requirements
Licensed speech-language pathologists and audiologists must complete continuing education as required by the …
148.5194
Fees
This section sets the fees for speech-language pathology and audiology licenses and other services.
148.5195
Investigation Process and Grounds for Disciplinary Action
The commissioner can investigate complaints and discipline speech-language pathologists and audiologists for fraud, …
148.5196
Speech-language Pathologist and Audiologist Advisory Council
The Speech-Language Pathologist and Audiologist Advisory Council advises the commissioner on licensing matters related …
148.5197
Hearing Aid Dispensing
This section regulates how audiologists dispense hearing aids, including requirements for testing, fitting, and …
148.5198
Restriction on Sale of Prescription Hearing Aids
Prescription hearing aids can only be sold by a licensed audiologist, a licensed hearing instrument dispenser, or a …
148.52
Board of Optometry
The Board of Optometry consists of five optometrists and two public members appointed by the governor, each serving …
148.53
Powers of Board
The Board of Optometry can investigate complaints, hold hearings, subpoena witnesses, and take disciplinary action …
148.54
Board; Seal
The Board of Optometry has its own official seal for authenticating documents.
148.55
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.56
Optometrists
Optometrists are eye care professionals licensed to examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, prescribe glasses and …
148.57
License
To practice optometry in Minnesota, you must be at least 21, graduate from an accredited school of optometry, pass the …
148.571
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.572
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.573
This section covers provisions related to optometric practice, including certain therapeutic procedures optometrists may …
148.574
Prohibitions Relating to Legend Drugs
Optometrists are prohibited from purchasing, possessing, or administering legend drugs except as specifically authorized …
148.575
Certificate Required for Use of Legend Drugs
Optometrists must obtain a certificate from the Board of Optometry before they can use certain legend drugs in their …
148.576
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.577
Standard of Care
Optometrists must maintain the same standard of care as other practitioners who perform the same procedures, and must …
148.578
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.58
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.59
License Renewal; License and Registration Fees
Optometrists must renew their licenses according to board rules and pay renewal and registration fees set by the board.
148.595
Temporary Military Permit; Fee
The Board of Optometry may issue temporary permits to military members and their spouses who hold valid optometry …
148.60
Expenses
The Board of Optometry's expenses are paid from state appropriations, and the board must operate within its budget.
148.603
Grounds for Disciplinary Action
The Board of Optometry can discipline optometrists for fraud, incompetence, substance abuse, criminal convictions, …
148.604
Reporting Obligations
Health care institutions, licensed professionals, and insurers must report optometrist misconduct, disciplinary actions, …
148.605
Immunity
People who report optometrist misconduct to the board in good faith are protected from lawsuits. Board members and …
148.606
Optometrist Cooperation
An optometrist under investigation by the board must cooperate fully, including answering questions and providing …
148.607
Disciplinary Actions
The Board of Optometry can deny, revoke, or suspend licenses, limit practice, require retraining, impose civil …
148.61
Penalty
Practicing optometry without a license is a misdemeanor. Using fake optometric credentials or employing unlicensed …
148.62
Application
Applications for an optometry license must be submitted in writing and accompanied by required documents, fees, and …
148.621
Definitions
This section defines key terms for the dietetics and nutrition practice law, including 'licensed dietitian,' 'licensed …
148.622
Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Practice
The Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Practice oversees the licensing of dietitians and nutritionists in Minnesota.
148.623
Duties of the Board
The Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Practice sets education requirements, administers exams, issues licenses, …
148.624
Licensure; Renewal
Dietitians and nutritionists must be licensed and renew their licenses regularly. The board sets qualifications, …
148.625
Application
Applicants for a dietetics or nutrition license must submit an application with required documents, pay a fee, and meet …
148.626
Continuing Education Required
Licensed dietitians and nutritionists must complete continuing education as required by the board to maintain their …
148.627
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.628
Reciprocity
Dietitians and nutritionists licensed in other states may apply for a Minnesota license through reciprocity if they meet …
148.629
Denial, Suspension, or Revocation
The board can deny, suspend, or revoke a dietitian or nutritionist license for fraud, incompetence, substance abuse, …
148.630
License Required
No one may practice dietetics or nutrition or use the titles 'licensed dietitian' or 'licensed nutritionist' without a …
148.631
Penalty
Practicing dietetics or nutrition without a license is a misdemeanor.
148.632
Exemptions; Voluntary Licensing
The licensing law does not apply to certain persons, including those providing general nutrition information, students …
148.633
Disposition of Funds
All fees collected by the Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Practice go into the state's special revenue fund.
148.634
Prescription Protocol
Licensed dietitians and nutritionists who provide medical nutrition therapy must follow protocols approved by the board.
148.635
Fee
This section sets the fees for dietetics and nutrition practice licenses and other board services.
148.6401
Scope
This section establishes the scope and purpose of the occupational therapy licensing law in Minnesota.
148.6402
Definitions
This section defines key terms used in the occupational therapy licensing law, including 'occupational therapist,' …
148.6403
Licensure; Protected Titles and Restrictions on Use; Exempt Persons; Sanctions
Only licensed occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants may use those titles and provide occupational …
148.6404
Scope of Practice
This section defines what occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants can do in their practice, …
148.6405
Licensure Application Requirements: Procedures and Qualifications
Applicants for an occupational therapy license must meet education, examination, and application requirements set by the …
148.6408
Qualifications for Occupational Therapist
To be licensed as an occupational therapist, you must graduate from an accredited occupational therapy program and pass …
148.6410
Qualifications for Occupational Therapy Assistants
To be licensed as an occupational therapy assistant, you must graduate from an accredited occupational therapy assistant …
148.6412
Licensure by Equivalency
Occupational therapists and assistants who meet equivalent qualifications but do not meet standard requirements may …
148.6415
Licensure by Reciprocity
Occupational therapists and assistants licensed in other states may apply for a Minnesota license through reciprocity.
148.6418
Temporary Licensure
The board may issue temporary licenses to occupational therapists and assistants while their full license applications …
148.6420
Application Requirements
This section outlines the specific documents and information that must be included with an occupational therapy license …
148.6423
Licensure Renewal
Occupational therapists and assistants must renew their licenses at regular intervals and meet continuing education …
148.6425
Renewal of Licensure; After Expiration Date
If your occupational therapy license expires, you must apply for renewal and may need to meet additional requirements to …
148.6428
Change of Contact Information or Employment
Licensed occupational therapists must notify the board of any change in their contact information or employment.
148.6430
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.6431
Jurisprudence Examination
Applicants for occupational therapy licensure must pass a jurisprudence examination testing their knowledge of Minnesota …
148.6432
Supervision of Occupational Therapy Assistants
Occupational therapy assistants must work under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist. The law sets …
148.6435
Coordination of Services
Occupational therapists must coordinate their services with other health care providers and keep proper records of their …
148.6438
Recipient Notification
Occupational therapists must inform patients about their services, fees, and the patient's right to choose their …
148.6440
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.6443
Continuing Education Requirements
Licensed occupational therapists and assistants must complete continuing education as required by the board to maintain …
148.6445
Fees
This section sets the fees for occupational therapy licenses and other board services.
148.6448
Grounds for Denial of Licensure or Discipline; Investigation Procedures; Disciplinary Actions
The board can deny, suspend, or revoke an occupational therapy license for fraud, incompetence, substance abuse, …
148.6449
Board of Occupational Therapy Practice
The Board of Occupational Therapy Practice advises the commissioner on occupational therapy licensing matters.
148.645
Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact
This section establishes the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, allowing occupational therapists to practice across …
148.6450
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.65
Definitions
This section defines key terms used in the physical therapy licensing law, including 'physical therapist,' 'physical …
148.66
State Board of Physical Therapy, Duties
The State Board of Physical Therapy licenses physical therapists and assistants, sets education standards, investigates …
148.67
State Board of Physical Therapy; Membership Appointments, Vacancies, Removals
The Board of Physical Therapy has physical therapist members and public members appointed by the governor, serving …
148.68
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.69
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.691
Officers; Executive Director
The Board of Physical Therapy elects officers from its members and employs an executive director to manage day-to-day …
148.699
Physical Therapy Licensure Compact
This section establishes the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact, allowing licensed physical therapists to practice …
148.70
Applicants, Qualifications
To apply for a physical therapy license, you must meet education requirements, pass a required exam, and submit an …
148.705
Application
This section outlines the application process for a physical therapy license, including required documents and fees.
148.706
Physical Therapist Assistants, Aides, and Students
Physical therapist assistants work under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Aides and students may also …
148.71
Temporary Permits
The board may issue temporary permits to physical therapists and assistants while their license applications are being …
148.715
Fees
This section sets the fees for physical therapy licenses, renewals, and other board services.
148.72
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.721
Educational Requirements for Licensed Physical Therapist
To be licensed as a physical therapist, you must graduate from an accredited physical therapy education program.
148.722
Educational Requirements for Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
To be licensed as a physical therapist assistant, you must graduate from an accredited physical therapist assistant …
148.723
Examination for Licensed Physical Therapist
Physical therapist applicants must pass a national licensing exam approved by the board.
148.724
Examination for Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Physical therapist assistant applicants must pass a national licensing exam approved by the board.
148.725
Requirements for Foreign-educated Applicants
Applicants who graduated from physical therapy programs outside the United States must meet additional requirements, …
148.73
Renewals
Physical therapists and assistants must renew their licenses according to board rules and meet continuing education …
148.735
Cancellation of License in Good Standing
A physical therapist or assistant in good standing may voluntarily cancel their license by notifying the board.
148.736
Cancellation of Credentials Under Disciplinary Order
A physical therapist or assistant under a disciplinary order may have their credentials canceled according to specific …
148.737
Cancellation of License for Nonrenewal
If a physical therapy license is not renewed by the deadline, it is automatically canceled. The board sets requirements …
148.74
Rules
The Board of Physical Therapy may adopt rules to carry out the physical therapy licensing law.
148.741
Applicability of Rules
Rules adopted by the Board of Physical Therapy apply to all physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and …
148.745
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.75
Disciplinary Action
The Board of Physical Therapy can take disciplinary action against physical therapists for fraud, incompetence, …
148.754
Examination; Access to Medical Data
During a disciplinary investigation, the board may examine the physical therapist and access relevant medical data with …
148.755
Temporary Suspension of License
The board can temporarily suspend a physical therapy license without a hearing if there is an immediate risk to public …
148.76
Prohibited Conduct
Physical therapists are prohibited from engaging in certain conduct, including practicing beyond their scope, engaging …
148.77
Violations
Practicing physical therapy without a license is a misdemeanor. Additional violations may result in injunctions and …
148.775
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.78
Prosecution, Allegations
Complaints against physical therapists may be filed by any person. The board must investigate and may take disciplinary …
148.7801
Citation
This section establishes the Minnesota Athletic Trainers Act, which governs the licensing of athletic trainers in the …
148.7802
Definitions
This section defines key terms used in the athletic training licensing law, including 'athletic trainer,' 'athletic …
148.7803
Prohibited Practice or Use of Titles; Penalty
Only licensed athletic trainers may use that title and practice athletic training in Minnesota. Practicing or using the …
148.7804
Powers of the Board
The Board of Medical Practice has authority to license athletic trainers and administer the athletic training licensing …
148.7805
Athletic Trainers Advisory Council
The Athletic Trainers Advisory Council advises the Board of Medical Practice on athletic training licensing matters.
148.7806
Athletic Training
This section defines the scope of athletic training practice, including injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and …
148.7807
Limitations on Practice
Athletic trainers must practice under the direction of a physician and cannot perform surgery, prescribe drugs, or …
148.7808
Licensure; Requirements
To be licensed as an athletic trainer, you must graduate from an accredited athletic training program, pass a national …
148.7809
License Renewal
Athletic trainers must renew their licenses at regular intervals and meet continuing education requirements.
148.781
Central Service Technician
Central service technicians work in hospitals and health care facilities to clean, sterilize, and prepare medical …
148.7810
Board Action on Applications
The board must act on athletic trainer license applications within 60 days and notify applicants of any deficiencies.
148.7811
Change of Address
Licensed athletic trainers must notify the board of any change of address.
148.7812
Continuing Education Requirements
Licensed athletic trainers must complete continuing education as required by the board to maintain their licenses.
148.7813
Disciplinary Process
The board can investigate complaints and discipline athletic trainers for fraud, incompetence, substance abuse, criminal …
148.7814
Applicability
The athletic training law does not apply to certain persons, including students in supervised training and other …
148.7815
Fees
This section sets the fees for athletic trainer licenses, renewals, and other board services.
148.79
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.80
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.81
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.82
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.83
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.84
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.85
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.86
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.87
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.88
Citation
This section may be cited as the Minnesota Psychology Practice Act.
148.881
Declaration of Policy
The legislature declares that the practice of psychology affects public health and safety, and that licensing …
148.89
Definitions
This section defines key terms used in the psychology licensing law, including 'psychologist,' 'licensed psychologist,' …
148.90
Board of Psychology
The Board of Psychology has psychologist members and public members appointed by the governor. The board licenses …
148.905
Duties of the Board
The Board of Psychology examines applicants, issues licenses, investigates complaints, takes disciplinary action, and …
148.9051
Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (psypact)
This section adopts the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), which allows licensed psychologists to …
148.906
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.907
Licensed Psychologist
To be licensed as a psychologist in Minnesota, you must have a doctoral degree in psychology from an accredited program, …
148.9075
Exemptions to License Requirement
Certain persons are exempt from the psychology licensing requirement, including students in supervised training, …
148.9077
Relicensure
A psychologist whose license has lapsed may apply for relicensure by meeting specific requirements set by the board.
148.908
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.909
Licensure for Volunteer Practice
The board may issue a special license for psychologists who want to volunteer their services without compensation.
148.91
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.9105
Emeritus Registration
Psychologists who are retired or no longer practicing may register for emeritus status, which is an honorary …
148.911
Continuing Education
Licensed psychologists must complete continuing education as required by the board to maintain their licenses.
148.915
Reciprocity
Psychologists licensed in other states may apply for a Minnesota license through reciprocity if they meet equivalent …
148.916
Guest Licensure
The board may issue guest licenses to psychologists from other states for temporary practice in Minnesota for specific …
148.92
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.921
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.925
Supervision
Psychologists who supervise others must meet specific requirements and are responsible for the quality of services …
148.93
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.94
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.941
Disciplinary Action; Investigation; Penalty for Violation
The Board of Psychology can investigate complaints and discipline psychologists for fraud, incompetence, substance …
148.95
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.951
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.952
Immunity
People who report psychologist misconduct in good faith are protected from lawsuits. Board members and investigators …
148.96
Presentation to Public
Psychologists must accurately represent their qualifications, credentials, and the services they provide to the public.
148.965
Test Security
It is illegal to compromise the security of psychology licensing examinations. Violations are grounds for disciplinary …
148.97
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.975
Duty to Warn; Limitation on Liability; Violent Behavior of Patient
A psychologist who believes a patient poses a serious danger of violence to another person has a duty to warn or protect …
148.976
This section has been repealed or relocated.
148.98
Rules of Conduct
The Board of Psychology adopts rules of conduct that all licensed psychologists must follow, covering professional …
148.981
Fees
This section sets the fees for psychology licenses, renewals, and other board services.
148.99
This section contains provisions related to the licensing and regulation of certain health professionals under chapter …
148.995
Definitions
This section defines key terms used in the doula registry law, including 'doula' and 'doula services.'
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Registry
The Commissioner of Health maintains a voluntary registry of certified doulas in Minnesota.
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Designation of Doula Certification Organizations by Commissioner
The Commissioner of Health designates which doula certification organizations are recognized in Minnesota for the doula …
148.997
Fees
This section sets the fees for doula registry services.
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Definitions
This section defines key terms used in the behavior analyst licensing law, including 'behavior analyst,' 'assistant …
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Duties of the Board of Psychology
The Board of Psychology oversees the licensing of behavior analysts and assistant behavior analysts in Minnesota.
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Requirements for Licensure
To be licensed as a behavior analyst, you must have a graduate degree, complete supervised experience, and pass a …
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License Renewal Requirements
Behavior analysts and assistant behavior analysts must renew their licenses at regular intervals and meet continuing …
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Expired License
If your behavior analyst license expires, you must meet specific requirements to get it reinstated.
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Prohibited Practice or Use of Titles; Penalty
Only licensed behavior analysts may use that title and practice applied behavior analysis in Minnesota. Practicing …
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Exceptions to License Requirement
Certain persons are exempt from behavior analyst licensing, including students in supervised training, professionals …
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Nontransferability of Licenses
Behavior analyst licenses cannot be transferred to another person.
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Duty to Maintain Current Information
Licensed behavior analysts must notify the board of any change in their contact information.
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Discipline; Reporting
The Board of Psychology can investigate and discipline behavior analysts. Licensed professionals, employers, and others …
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Competent Provision of Services
Behavior analysts must provide services only within their areas of competence and must refer clients to other …
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Duty to Warn; Limitation on Liability; Violent Behavior of Patient
A behavior analyst who believes a patient poses a serious danger of violence to another person has a duty to warn or …
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Informed Consent
Behavior analysts must obtain informed consent from clients or their legal guardians before beginning services.
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Behavior Analyst Advisory Council
The Behavior Analyst Advisory Council advises the Board of Psychology on behavior analyst licensing matters.
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Fees
This section sets the fees for behavior analyst licenses, renewals, and other board services.