Professions and Occupationss

A. Removal of moles, blemishes, or any type of tissue destruction is prohibited. B. No practitioner or instructor will massage any person upon a surface of the skin or scalp where such skin is inflamed or where a skin infection or eruption is present. C. Hair removal by means of …

A. When not in use, all creams, lotions, and other cosmetics used on patrons must be kept in clean and closed containers, which must be labeled. B. All powder used on patrons must be kept in a clean shaker or may be applied by means of cotton or other sanitized applicator. Applic…

A copy of the Rules and Regulations governing sanitation must be posted in a place conspicuous to the public. Notes 30 Miss. Code. R. 2101-7.2 Miss. Code Ann. § 73-7-7 (Rev. 2013) Amended 2/27/2015

A. Each establishment must be kept clean and in good condition. B. Floors in any area where services are performed must be covered with a non- porous material. C. All solid waste and refuse must be kept in containers of solid construction with lids, so constructed that they may b…

A. Hand Washing Practices: Every practitioner and student in an establishment must thoroughly wash and scrub his or her hands with an antibacterial skin cleanser before starting work, before each client, or after using the restroom. 1. In the service of manicuring, both the clien…

A. The head-rest chair must be provided with a clean towel or paper sheet for each patron. B. Shampoo bowls must be cleaned with soap and water or other detergent after each shampoo, kept in good condition and in a sanitary condition at all times. Notes 30 Miss. Code. R. 2101-7.5…

A. Only freshly laundered or new disposable linens or towels can be used on each client. B. After linens and towels have been used, they must be deposited in a closed receptacle, and cannot be used again until properly laundered and sanitized. C. Used linens and towels must be la…

A. All bottles and containers must be distinctly and correctly labeled to disclose their contents. When not in use all bottles and containers must remain closed. All bottles containing poisonous substances must be so designated and stored in a separate cabinet away from cosmetics…

A. All instruments and supplies which have been used in direct contact upon a patron, or which have become soiled in any manner whatever, must be removed from primary work area, placed in a properly labeled receptacle provided for the purpose, and cannot be used on another patron…

A. Work surfaces must be disinfected after each client. B. All instruments, materials and supplies used in direct contact upon a patron, except those which come in contact with blood or body fluids, require the following treatment: 1. Thorough cleansing of the instruments, materi…

This Chapter applies to individual students, student instructors, instructors, licensees, salons, or schools licensed by the Board. The Board may refuse to issue or renew or may deny, suspend or revoke any license held or applied for under this act upon finding that the holder of…

Instruments which cannot be sanitized by the procedures set forth in Rule 809 will be disinfected by: A. Thorough cleansing of the working parts of the instruments with soap and water or other detergent immediately after each use, and prior to disinfection, so as to remove all fo…

A. A solution of 70¢ alcohol will be readily available during the manicure. The instruments used on an individual patron will be placed in the alcohol solution when not actually being employed during the process of giving a manicure. B. After use on a patron, the entire set of in…

A. As used in this section, "whirlpool foot spa" or "spa" is defined as any basin using circulating water. B. Hair Removal and waxing services may not be performed on the legs or feet before any pedicure service C. Each whirlpool foot spa shall be cleaned and disinfected in the f…

A. Practitioner injury. While risk expected with these practices is minimal, practitioners are cautioned to always use disposable plastic gloves prior to contacting blood or bodily fluids. If a practitioner sustains a cut, or other blood spill injury, the client service must be i…

A. No instructor, or practitioner, will remove moles or other blemishes by radiation, electronic, or other methods of tissue destruction. B. No practitioner or instructor will massage any person upon a surface of the skin or scalp where such skin is inflamed or where a skin infec…

A. All creams, lotions, and other cosmetics used on patrons must be kept in clean and closed containers. B. All powder used on patrons must be kept in a clean shaker or may be applied by means of cotton or other sanitized applicator. Applicators must be sanitized after each patro…

A. Public Complaint. Public complaints shall mean any complaint that comes from someone outside of a standard Board inspection. 1. Any complaint may be filed with the Board by a member or agent of the Board or by any person charging any licensee of the Board with the commission o…

A. The Board shall notify the accused that a complaint has been received and that a administrative hearing will be held. The accused shall be notified at least twenty (20) days prior to the date of the administrative hearing. B. Notice may be considered to have been given, if the…

A. Administrative hearings shall be before the Board and shall be presided over by the President or designee of the Board. Following the administrative hearing, the Board shall, in writing, notify the accused as to what sanction(s), if any, shall be imposed and the basis for the …

A. Civil Liabilities: The Board may impose any of the following sanctions, singularly or in combination, when it finds that a licensee is guilty of any of the offenses including but not limited to those referred to in Chapter 8: 1. Issuance of a letter of official reprimand to th…

A. A respondent may appeal the decision of the Board to the Chancery Court of the First Judicial District of Hinds County. B. A respondent may appeal the decision of the Chancery Court to the Mississippi Supreme Court. C. Further appeal shall be pursuant to any remedies available…

A. All bottles and containers must be distinctly and correctly labeled to disclose their contents. When not in use all bottles and containers must remain closed. All bottles containing poisonous substances must be so designated and stored in a separate cabinet away from cosmetics…

A. All instruments and supplies which have been used in direct contact upon a patron, or which have become soiled in any manner whatever, must be removed from work stands or utility trays, placed in a properly labeled receptacle provided for the purpose, and cannot be used on ano…

A. Work surfaces must be cleaned with a detergent and disinfected after each client. B. All instruments, materials and supplies used in direct contact upon a patron, except those which come in contact with blood or body fluids, require the following treatment: 1. Thorough cleansi…

The State Legislature granted Statutory Authority for the licensing of Professional Counselors in 1985. Sections 73-30-1 et seq., of the Mississippi Code of 1972, Annotated provides for the regulation of the practice of counseling as well as the use of the titles of "Provisional …

The Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors does not discriminate against any Applicant or Licensee because of race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, physical handicap, disability, or political affiliation…

The purpose of these rules shall be to provide interpretation and application guidelines regarding state law as indicated in Chapter 1, Section 1 above and to communicate established procedures and requirements for the following: A. The establishment of a State Board of Examiners…

Note: The terms counseling and psychotherapy are used interchangeably throughout this document. A. Applicant: An individual who has submitted an application packet for licensure as a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor (P-LPC) or a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). B…

A. Application for Provisional Licensure Fee $50.00 B. Annual Renewal Fee for Provisional Licensure $50.00 C. Application for Full Licensure Fee $100.00 D. Initial LPC License Fee $220.00 E. Biennial LPC Renewal Fee (subject to change-reflected in renewal notice) $220.00 F. Appli…

A. All fees are nonrefundable. B. Fees shall be paid in full by check or money order made payable to the Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors or by the online payment portal. C. No application shall be considered complete unless accompanied by…

A. If a Licensee fails to renew his/her/their license during the renewal period, his/her/their license will change to Lapsed Status, and the Licensee will not be allowed to practice counseling in the state of Mississippi. To renew a Lapsed Status License, the Licensee must submit…

A. Board Responsibilities 1. The Board exists to regulate the profession of counseling, as well as the use of the titles "Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor" and "Licensed Professional Counselor," in Mississippi. 2. The Board has authority to ensure that no one practices…

A. The Board shall adopt rules and regulations in compliance with the Mississippi Administrative Procedures Law. B. The Board will hold at least two (2) regular meetings each year. C. Additional meetings may be called by the Chair of the Board or at the written request of a quoru…

The Mississippi Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors shall adhere to the Open Meetings Law, Section 25-41-3, Miss. Code Ann. (1972) as amended. The following regulation is enacted for the purpose of providing reasonable written procedures concerning the cost, t…

A. Scope. This rule applies to all oral proceedings held for the purposes of providing the public with an opportunity to make oral presentations on proposed new rules and amendments to rules before the Board pursuant to § 25-43-3.104. B. When Oral Proceedings will be scheduled on…

A. Scope. These rules set forth the Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors, hereinafter "Board," rules governing the form and content of requests for declaratory opinions, and the Board's procedures regarding the requests, as required by Mississ…

A. No person shall provide counseling/psychotherapy services or practice as either a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Mississippi except as provided by state statute and these regulations. B. An Applicant must be at le…

This section is governed under the provisions of the Universal Recognition of Occupational Licenses Act found under Mississippi Code Annotated Section 73-50-2. Please refer to this code section for information regarding qualifications for licensure under this Act. Notes 30 Miss. …

This section is governed under the provisions of the Universal Recognition of Occupational Licenses Act found under Mississippi Code Annotated Section 73-50-2(9). Please refer to this code section for the qualifications for the temporary work permit. Notes 30 Miss. Code. R. 2201-…

A. A P-LPC license will be issued once all of the following are completed and approved by the Board: Application, general requirements, Official Transcript(s), Background check, Verification of a passing score on the Jurisprudence Exam, Online Supervision agreement, Supervision C…

A. Hold a Mississippi P-LPC. Out of state applicants must meet the minimum requirements of Mississippi P-LPC (Rule 4.2.B., C., and D. B. Supervision Requirements: An Applicant for independent practice licensure must document the following supervised experience requirements prior …

A. Requirements to receive the Board qualified supervisor (LPC-S) credential include the following items: 1. Be a Licensed LPC in Mississippi. 2. Have been practicing mental health counseling in his/her/their setting (i.e., school, agency, private practice) for at least five year…

Supervision Criteria shall include, but is not limited to, the following: A. Professional relationships B. Supervision roles C. Professional ethics D. Self-evaluation E. Continued professional learning F. Etiology and diagnosis G. Therapist-client relationships H. Oral communicat…

A. The Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors may enter into an agreement of reciprocity with any other state. B. An individual interested in providing counseling services in Mississippi must obtain licensure through the Mississippi State Board …

Applicants for licensure by Comity must complete the online application and submit the following: A. Evidence of a valid license from another state is required. The Comity Applicant must be in good standing with the State in which that person holds a current license as a Licensed…

A. For a military-trained Applicant who has been awarded a military occupational specialty that is substantially within the scope of counseling in Mississippi and who chooses not to apply for licensure by Comity in Rule 4.7, the Board shall grant a license where the Applicant has…