Atascadero State Hospital Psych Tech of the Year. Governor Pete Wilson signs into law CAPT's legislation to expand the Psych Tech scope of practice. CAPT's blood withdrawal bill passes the Legislature and is on Gov. Wilson's desk. Psych Techs must now disclose convictions on license renewal. Legislation would change licensing board's name.
Internet forum provides resources for mental health workers.
Some specimen tests now require special training. Fingerprints are now required for first-time Psych Tech licenses. Psych Techs may legally remove sutures.