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Virginia Statutes, Title 54.1

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Title 54.1, Title 54.1. Professions and Occupations

43 chapters · 1,133 sections in this title.

All chapters in Title 54.11,133 Ch 29, Chapter 29. Medicine and Other Heali…159 Ch 34, Chapter 34. Drug Control Act.133 Ch 23, Chapter 23. Waterworks and Wastewate…58 Ch 11, Chapter 11. Contractors.54 Ch 39, Chapter 39. Attorneys.54 Ch 21, Chapter 21. Real Estate Brokers, Sal…52 Ch 24, Chapter 24. General Provisions.48 Ch 27, Chapter 27. Dentistry.45 Ch 30, Chapter 30. Nursing.45 Ch 28, Chapter 28. Funeral Services.41 Ch 5, Chapter 5. Asbestos, Lead, and Home …34 Ch 1, Chapter 1. General Provisions.33 Ch 9, Chapter 9. Branch Pilots.28 Ch 33, Chapter 33. Pharmacy.27

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Va. Code Ann. § 54.1-3600 Definitions
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As used in this chapter, unless the context requires a different meaning: "Applied psychologist" means an individual licensed to practice applied psychology. "Board" means the Board of Psychology. "Certified sex offender treatment provider" means a person who is certified to prov…
Va. Code Ann. § 54.1-3601 Exemption from requirements of licensure
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The requirements for licensure provided for in this chapter shall not be applicable to: 1. Persons who render services that are like or similar to those falling within the scope of the classifications or categories in this chapter, so long as the recipients or beneficiaries of su…
Va. Code Ann. § 54.1-3602 Administration or prescription of drugs not permitted
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This chapter shall not be construed as permitting the administration or prescribing of drugs or in any way infringing upon the practice of medicine as defined in Chapter 29 (§ 54.1-2900 et seq.) of this title.
Va. Code Ann. § 54.1-3603 Board of Psychology; membership
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The Board of Psychology shall regulate the practice of psychology. The membership of the Board shall be representative of the practices of psychology and shall consist of nine members as follows: five persons who are licensed as clinical psychologists, one person licensed as a sc…

Va. Code Ann. § 54.1-3604 Nominations

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Nominations for professional members may be made from a list of at least three names for each vacancy submitted to the Governor by the Virginia Psychological Association, the Virginia Academy of Clinical Psychologists, the Virginia Applied Psychology Academy and the Virginia Acad…

Va. Code Ann. § 54.1-3605 Powers and duties of the Board

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In addition to the powers granted in other provisions of this title, the Board shall have the following specific powers and duties: 1. To cooperate with and maintain a close liaison with other professional boards and the community to ensure that regulatory systems stay abreast of…

Va. Code Ann. § 54.1-3606 License required

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A. In order to engage in the practice of applied psychology, school psychology, or clinical psychology, or to engage in practice as a psychological practitioner, it shall be necessary to hold a license. B. Notwithstanding the provisions of subdivision 4 of § 54.1-3601 or any Boar…

Va. Code Ann. § 54.1-3606.1 Continuing education

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A. The Board shall promulgate regulations governing continuing education requirements for psychologists licensed by the Board. Such regulations shall require the completion of the equivalent of 14 hours annually in Board-approved continuing education courses for any license renew…

Va. Code Ann. § 54.1-3606.3 Licensure of psychological practitioners; independent practice

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A. It is unlawful for any person to practice or hold himself out as a psychological practitioner in the Commonwealth or use the title of psychological practitioner unless he holds a license issued by the Board. B. The Board shall establish criteria for licensure as a psychologica…

Va. Code Ann. § 54.1-3611 Restriction of practice; use of titles

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No person, including licensees of the Boards of Counseling; Medicine; Nursing; Psychology; or Social Work, shall claim to be a certified sex offender treatment provider unless he has been so certified. No person who is exempt from licensure under subdivision 4 of §§ 54.1-3501, 54…

Va. Code Ann. § 54.1-3614 Delegation to unlicensed persons

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Any licensed psychologist may delegate to unlicensed personnel supervised by him such activities or functions as are nondiscretionary and do not require the exercise of professional judgment for their performance and which are usually or customarily delegated to such persons by p…

Va. Code Ann. § 54.1-3616 Use of title "Doctor."

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No person regulated under this chapter shall use the title "Doctor" or the abbreviation "Dr." in writing or in advertising in connection with his practice unless he simultaneously uses a clarifying title, initials, abbreviation or designation or language that identifies the type …