Music Therapy Advisory Committee; meetings; powers; duties

Miss. Code Ann. § 73-66-7, under Music Therapists.

Miss. Code Ann. § 73-66-7

(1) The advisory committee shall meet at least once per year or as otherwise called by the director.

(2) The department shall seek the advice of the advisory committee for issues related to music therapy.

(3) The board shall consult with the advisory committee before setting or changing fees in this chapter.

(4) The advisory committee may facilitate the development of materials that the department may use to educate the public concerning music therapist licensure, the benefits of music therapy and use of music therapy by individuals and in facilities or institutional settings.

(5) The advisory committee may act as a facilitator of statewide dissemination of information between music therapists, the American Music Therapy Association or any successor organization, the Certification Board for Music Therapists or any successor organization and the department.

(6) The advisory committee shall provide an analysis of disciplinary actions taken, appeals and denials or revocation of licenses at least once per year.