Section 246-811-300 - Probationary license(1) The department shall issue a probationary license to out-of-state applicants seeking licen-sure in Washington state for substance use disorder professional according to the conditions and restrictions of the reciprocity program established RCW 18.205.140 and this chapter.(2) The out-of-state license must be from a state or territory identified on a list published by the department as eligible for reciprocity for the purposes of a probationary license for the particular behavioral health profession.(3) An initial probationary license is valid for one year. To receive an initial probationary license, the applicant must submit to the department a completed application to include:(a) Verification of their out-of-state license; and(b) The fee according to WAC 246-811-990.(4) A probationary license may be renewed a single time and is valid for one year after the date of renewal. To renew a probationary license, the applicant must submit to the department a completed application to include:(a) Completion of suicide assessment, treatment, and management training according to WAC 246-811-280(1); and(b) The fee according to WAC 246-811-990.(5) Continuing education. With the exception of the requirements in subsection (4) of this section, continuing education requirements will apply once a probationary licensee transitions to a full license.(6) Approved supervision. If the department determines a probationary licensee must complete supervised hours of experience as a condition for full licensure, the licensee must complete the stated hours under an approved supervisor according to the conditions of this chapter.Wash. Admin. Code § 246-811-300
Adopted by WSR 20-12-074, Filed 6/1/2020, effective 7/2/2020Amended by WSR 24-03-139, Filed 1/23/2024, effective 2/23/2024