Section 61-9A-8 - Department duties. (Repealed effective July 1, 2016.)

61-9A-8. Department duties. (Repealed effective July 1, 2016.)

The department, with the consultation of the board, shall:

A.     process applications;

B.     conduct and review the required examinations;

C.     issue licenses and certificates of registration to applicants who meet the requirements of the Counseling and Therapy Practice Act;

D.     administer, coordinate and enforce the provisions of the Counseling and Therapy Practice Act and investigate persons engaging in practices that may violate the provisions of that act;

E.     approve the selection of primary staff assigned to the board;

F.     maintain records, including financial records; and

G.     maintain a current register of licensees and registrants as a matter of public record.