Florida § 491.0057 - Dual licensure as a marriage and family therapist.
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§ 491.0057. Dual licensure as a marriage and family therapist.
The department shall license as a marriage and family therapist any person who demonstrates to the board that he or she: (1) Holds a valid, active license as a psychologist under chapter 490 or as a clinical social worker or mental health counselor under this chapter, or is licensed under s. 464.012 as an advanced practice registered nurse who has been determined by the Board of Nursing as a specialist in psychiatric mental health. (2) Has held a valid, active license for at least 3 years. (3) Has passed the examination provided by the department for marriage and family therapy.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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Section 491.0057 ("Dual licensure as a marriage and family therapist.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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