Maryland § 17-301
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 17-301, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17-301.
(a) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b) of this section, an individual may not practice, attempt to practice, or offer to practice clinical alcohol and drug counseling, clinical marriage and family therapy, clinical professional art therapy, or clinical professional counseling in the State unless licensed by the Board.
(b) Subject to the regulations of the Board, subsection (a) of this section does not apply to:
(1) A student working under the supervision of a licensed mental health care provider while pursuing a supervised course of study in counseling that the Board approves as qualifying training and experience under this title; or
(2) An individual who, in accordance with § 17–406 of this title, is working as a trainee under the supervision of a licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor or another health care provider licensed or certified under this article and approved by the Board while fulfilling the experiential or course of study requirements under § 17–302 of this subtitle or § 17–403 or § 17–404 of this title.
(c) This subtitle may not be construed to limit the scope of practice of any individual who is duly licensed under this article.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 17-301
What does Maryland Code § 17-301 cover?
Section 17-301 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 17-301?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 17-301 apply to my situation?
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