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WA Rev Code § 18.83.051 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.|18.83.051 - Examining board—Compensation and travel expenses.

RCW 18.83.051 Examining board—Compensation and travel expenses.Each member of the board shall be compensated in accordance with RCW 43.03.240 and in addition thereto shall be reimbursed for travel expenses incurred in carrying out the duties of the board in accordance with RCW 43.03.050 and 43.03.060.[ 1984 c 287 § 48; 1983 c 168 § 10; 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 34 § 48; 1969 ex.s. c 199 § 19; 1965 c 70 § 21.]NOTES:Legislative findings—Severability—Effective date—1984 c 287: See notes following RCW 43.03.220.Effective date—Severability—1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 34: See notes following RCW 2.08.115.
WA Rev Code § 18.83.054 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.|18.83.054 - Application of uniform disciplinary act.

RCW 18.83.054 Application of uniform disciplinary act.(1) The uniform disciplinary act, chapter 18.130 RCW, governs unlicensed practice, the issuance and denial of licenses, and the discipline of licensees under this chapter, except that the term "unlicensed practice" shall be defined by RCW 18.83.180 rather than RCW 18.130.020.(2) A person who holds a license under this chapter is subject to the uniform disciplinary act, chapter 18.130 RCW, at all times the license is maintained.[ 1999 c 66 § 1; 1987 c 150 § 51.]NOTES:Severability—1987 c 150: See RCW 18.122.901.
WA Rev Code § 18.83.060 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.|18.83.060 - Application, examination—Fees.

RCW 18.83.060 Application, examination—Fees.Administrative procedures, administrative requirements, and fees for applications and examinations shall be established as provided in RCW 43.70.250 and 43.70.280.[ 1996 c 191 § 64; 1991 c 3 § 197; 1984 c 279 § 79; 1975 1st ex.s. c 30 § 72; 1965 c 70 § 6; 1955 c 305 § 6.]NOTES:Severability—1984 c 279: See RCW 18.130.901.
WA Rev Code § 18.83.070 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.|18.83.070 - Applicants—Qualifications—Examination.

RCW 18.83.070 Applicants—Qualifications—Examination.An applicant for a license as "psychologist" must submit proof to the board that:(1) The applicant is of good moral character.(2) The applicant holds a doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution, obtained from an integrated program of graduate study in psychology as defined by rules of the board.(3) The applicant has had no fewer than two years of supervised experience. The board shall adopt rules defining the circumstances under which supervised experience shall qualify the candidate for licensure.(4) The applicant has passed the examination or examinations required by the board.Any person holding a valid license to practice psychology in the state of Washington on June 7, 1984, shall be considered licensed under this chapter.[ 2004 c 262 § 9; 1995 c 198 § 11; 1984 c 279 § 80; 1965 c 70 § 7; 1955 c 305 § 7.]NOTES:Findings—2004 c 262: See note following RCW 18.06.050.Severability—1984 c 279: See RCW 18.130.901.
WA Rev Code § 18.83.072 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.|18.83.072 - Examinations.

RCW 18.83.072 Examinations.(1) Examination of applicants shall be held in Olympia, Washington, or at such other place as designated by the secretary, at least annually at such times as the board may determine.(2) Any applicant who fails to make a passing grade on the examination may be allowed to retake the examination. Any applicant who fails the examination a second time must obtain special permission from the board to take the examination again.(3) The board may approve an examination prepared or administered by a private testing agency or association of licensing authorities.[ 2004 c 262 § 10; 1996 c 191 § 65; 1995 c 198 § 12; 1991 c 3 § 198; 1984 c 279 § 81; 1971 ex.s. c 266 § 15; 1965 c 70 § 20.]NOTES:Findings—2004 c 262: See note following RCW 18.06.050.Severability—1984 c 279: See RCW 18.130.901.
WA Rev Code § 18.83.080 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.|18.83.080 - Licenses—Issuance—Display.

RCW 18.83.080 Licenses—Issuance—Display.The board shall forward to the secretary the name of each applicant entitled to a license under this chapter. The secretary shall promptly issue to such applicant a license authorizing such applicant to use the title "psychologist". Each licensed psychologist shall keep his or her license displayed in a conspicuous place in his or her principal place of business.[ 1996 c 191 § 66; 1991 c 3 § 199; 1986 c 27 § 4; 1965 c 70 § 8; 1955 c 305 § 8.]
WA Rev Code § 18.83.082 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.|18.83.082 - Temporary permit.

RCW 18.83.082 Temporary permit.A person, not licensed in this state, who wishes to perform practices under the provisions of this chapter for a period not to exceed ninety days within a calendar year, must petition the board for a temporary permit to perform such practices. If the person is licensed or certified in another state deemed by the board to have standards equivalent to this chapter, or if the person is a member of a professional organization and holds a certificate deemed by the board to meet standards equivalent to this chapter, a permit may be issued. No fee shall be charged for such temporary permit.[ 2004 c 262 § 11; 1996 c 191 § 67; 1984 c 279 § 82; 1975 1st ex.s. c 30 § 73; 1965 c 70 § 23.]NOTES:Findings—2004 c 262: See note following RCW 18.06.050.Severability—1984 c 279: See RCW 18.130.901.
WA Rev Code § 18.83.090 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.|18.83.090 - Continuing education requirements—Human trafficking information—License renewal.

RCW 18.83.090 Continuing education requirements—Human trafficking information—License renewal.(1) The board shall establish rules governing mandatory continuing education requirements which shall be met by any psychologist applying for a license renewal.(2) The office of crime victims advocacy shall supply the board with information on methods of recognizing victims of human trafficking, what services are available for these victims, and where to report potential trafficking situations. The information supplied must be culturally sensitive and must include information relating to minor victims. The board shall disseminate this information to licensees by: Providing the information on the board's website; including the information in newsletters; holding trainings at meetings attended by organization members; or through another distribution method determined by the board. The board shall report to the office of crime victims advocacy on the method or methods it uses to distribute information under this subsection.(3) Administrative procedures, administrative requirements, and fees for renewal and reissue of licenses shall be established as provided in RCW 43.70.250 and 43.70.280.[ 2009 c 492 § 6; 1996 c 191 § 68; 1991 c 3 § 200; 1984 c 279 § 83; 1977 c 58 § 1; 1975 1st ex.s. c 30 § 74; 1971 ex.s. c 266 § 16; 1965 c 70 § 9; 1955 c 305 § 9.]NOTES:Severability—1984 c 279: See RCW 18.130.901.
WA Rev Code § 18.83.105 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.|18.83.105 - Certificates of qualification.

RCW 18.83.105 Certificates of qualification.The board may issue certificates of qualification with appropriate title to applicants who meet all the licensing requirements except the possession of the degree of Doctor of Philosophy or its equivalent in psychology from an accredited educational institution. These certificates of qualification certify that the holder has been examined by the board and is deemed competent to perform certain functions within the practice of psychology under the periodic direct supervision of a psychologist licensed by the board. Such functions will be specified on the certificate issued by the board. Such applicant shall comply with administrative procedures, administrative requirements, and fees determined under RCW 43.70.250 and 43.70.280. Upon petition by a holder the board of examiners may grant authority to function without immediate supervision.[ 1996 c 191 § 69; 1991 c 3 § 201; 1985 c 7 § 67; 1975 1st ex.s. c 30 § 75; 1965 c 70 § 22.]
WA Rev Code § 18.83.110 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.|18.83.110 - Privileged communications.

RCW 18.83.110 Privileged communications.Confidential communications between a client and a psychologist shall be privileged against compulsory disclosure to the same extent and subject to the same conditions as confidential communications between attorney and client, but this exception is subject to the limitations under RCW 71.05.217 (6) and (7).[ 2020 c 302 § 116; 2016 sp.s. c 29 § 414; 2005 c 504 § 706; 1989 c 271 § 303; 1987 c 439 § 12; 1965 c 70 § 11; 1955 c 305 § 11.]NOTES:Effective dates—2016 sp.s. c 29: See note following RCW 71.05.760.Short title—Right of action—2016 sp.s. c 29: See notes following RCW 71.05.010.Findings—Intent—Severability—Application—Construction—Captions, part headings, subheadings not law—Adoption of rules—Effective dates—2005 c 504: See notes following RCW 71.05.027.Alphabetization—Correction of references—2005 c 504: See note following RCW 71.05.020.Severability—1989 c 271: See note following RCW 9.94A.510.
WA Rev Code § 18.83.115 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.|18.83.115 - Duty to disclose information to client.

RCW 18.83.115 Duty to disclose information to client.(1) Psychologists licensed under this chapter shall provide clients at the commencement of any program of treatment with accurate disclosure information concerning their practice, in accordance with guidelines developed by the board, which will inform clients of the purposes of and resources available under this chapter, including the right of clients to refuse treatment, the responsibility of clients for choosing the provider and treatment modality which best suits their needs, and the extent of confidentiality provided by this chapter. The disclosure information provided by the psychologist, the receipt of which shall be acknowledged in writing by the psychologist and client, shall include any relevant education and training, the therapeutic orientation of the practice, the proposed course of treatment where known, any financial requirements, and such other information as the board may require by rule.(2) In inpatient settings, the health facility shall provide clients with the disclosure statement at the commencement of any program of treatment, and shall post the statement in a conspicuous location accessible to the client.(3) The board shall provide for modification of the guidelines as appropriate in cases where the client has been referred by the court, a state agency, or other governmental body to a particular provider for specified evaluation or treatment.[ 1986 c 27 § 9.]
WA Rev Code § 18.83.121 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.|18.83.121 - Unprofessional conduct.

RCW 18.83.121 Unprofessional conduct.In addition to those acts defined in chapter 18.130 RCW, the board may take disciplinary action under RCW 18.130.160 for the following reasons:(1) Failing to maintain the confidentiality of information under RCW 18.83.110;(2) Violating the ethical code developed by the board under RCW 18.83.050;(3) Failing to inform prospective research subjects or their authorized representatives of the possible serious effects of participation in research; and failing to undertake reasonable efforts to remove possible harmful effects of participation;(4) Practicing in an area of psychology for which the person is clearly untrained or incompetent;(5) Failing to exercise appropriate supervision over persons who practice under the supervision of a psychologist;(6) Using fraud or deceit in the procurement of the psychology license, or knowingly assisting another in the procurement of such a license through fraud or deceit;(7) Failing to maintain professional liability insurance when required by the board;(8) Violating any state statute or administrative rule specifically governing the practice of psychology; or(9) Gross, wilful, or continued overcharging for professional services.[ 1987 c 150 § 52.]NOTES:Severability—1987 c 150: See RCW 18.122.901.
WA Rev Code § 18.83.135 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.|18.83.135 - Examining board—Powers and duties.

RCW 18.83.135 Examining board—Powers and duties.In addition to the authority prescribed under RCW 18.130.050, the board shall have the following authority:(1) To maintain records of all activities, and to publish and distribute to all psychologists at least once each year abstracts of significant activities of the board;(2) To obtain the written consent of the complaining client or patient or their legal representative, or of any person who may be affected by the complaint, in order to obtain information which otherwise might be confidential or privileged; and(3) To apply the provisions of the uniform disciplinary act, chapter 18.130 RCW, to all persons licensed as psychologists under this chapter.[ 2000 c 93 § 7; 1999 c 66 § 2; 1994 c 35 § 4; 1992 c 12 § 1; 1987 c 150 § 53; 1984 c 279 § 86.]NOTES:Severability—1987 c 150: See RCW 18.122.901.Severability—1984 c 279: See RCW 18.130.901.
WA Rev Code § 18.83.155 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.|18.83.155 - Examining board—Notice of disciplinary action.

RCW 18.83.155 Examining board—Notice of disciplinary action.The board shall report to appropriate national and state organizations which represent the profession of psychology any disciplinary action.[ 1994 c 35 § 5; 1987 c 150 § 54; 1984 c 279 § 89.]NOTES:Severability—1987 c 150: See RCW 18.122.901.Severability—1984 c 279: See RCW 18.130.901.
WA Rev Code § 18.83.180 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.|18.83.180 - Penalties.

RCW 18.83.180 Penalties.It shall be a gross misdemeanor and unlicensed practice for any person to:(1) Use in connection with his or her name any designation tending to imply that he or she is a licensed psychologist unless duly licensed under or specifically excluded from the provisions of this chapter;(2) Practice as a licensed psychologist during the time his or her license issued under the provisions of this chapter is suspended or revoked.[ 1987 c 150 § 55; 1965 c 70 § 18; 1955 c 305 § 18.]NOTES:Severability—1987 c 150: See RCW 18.122.901.
WA Rev Code § 18.83.190 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.|18.83.190 - Injunction.

RCW 18.83.190 Injunction.If any person represents himself or herself to be a psychologist, unless the person is exempt from the provisions of this chapter, without possessing a valid license, certificated qualification, or a temporary permit to do so, or if he or she violates any of the provisions of this chapter, any prosecuting attorney, the secretary, or any citizen of the same county may maintain an action in the name of the state to enjoin such person from representing himself or herself as a psychologist. The injunction shall not relieve the person from criminal prosecution, but the remedy by injunction shall be in addition to the liability of such offender to criminal prosecution and to suspension or revocation of his or her license.[ 1991 c 3 § 203; 1986 c 27 § 8; 1965 c 70 § 24.]
WA Rev Code § 18.83.200 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.|18.83.200 - Exemptions.

RCW 18.83.200 Exemptions.This chapter shall not apply to:(1) Any person teaching, lecturing, consulting, or engaging in research in psychology but only insofar as such activities are performed as a part of or are dependent upon a position in a college or university in the state of Washington.(2) Any person who holds a valid school psychologist credential from the Washington professional educator standards board but only when such a person is practicing psychology in the course of his or her employment.(3) Any person employed by a local, state, or federal government agency whose psychologists must qualify for employment under federal or state certification or civil service regulations; but only at those times when that person is carrying out the functions of his or her employment.(4) Any person who must qualify under the employment requirements of a business or industry and who is employed by a business or industry which is not engaged in offering psychological services to the public, but only when such person is carrying out the functions of his or her employment: PROVIDED, That no person exempt from licensing under this subsection shall engage in the clinical practice of psychology.(5) Any person who is a student of psychology, psychological intern, or resident in psychology preparing for the profession of psychology under supervision in a training institution or facilities and who is designated by the title such as "psychological trainee," "psychology student," which thereby indicates his or her training status.(6) Any person who has received a doctoral degree from an accredited institution of higher learning with an adequate major in sociology or social psychology as determined by the board and who has passed comprehensive examinations in the field of social psychology as part of the requirements for the doctoral degree. Such persons may use the title "social psychologist" provided that they file a statement of their education with the board.[ 2006 c 263 § 803; 1986 c 27 § 10; 1965 c 70 § 19.]NOTES:Findings—Purpose—Part headings not law—2006 c 263: See notes following RCW 28A.150.230.
WA Rev Code § 18.83.210 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.|18.83.210 - Certain counseling or guidance not prohibited.

RCW 18.83.210 Certain counseling or guidance not prohibited.Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as prohibiting any individual from offering counseling or guidance provided that such individuals do not hold themselves forth as psychologists.[ 1965 c 70 § 25.]
WA Rev Code § 18.83.220 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.|18.83.220 - Supervised experience hours—Reduction for certified chemical dependency professionals.

RCW 18.83.220 Supervised experience hours—Reduction for certified chemical dependency professionals.The department shall reduce the total number of supervised experience hours required under RCW 18.83.070 by three months for any applicant for a license under this chapter who has practiced as a certified chemical dependency professional for three years in the previous ten years.[ 2019 c 444 § 27.]
WA Rev Code § 18.84.010 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.84 - Radiologic Technologists.|18.84.010 - Legislative intent—Insurance coverage not required.

RCW 18.84.010 Legislative intent—Insurance coverage not required.It is the intent and purpose of this chapter to protect the public by the certification and registration of practitioners of radiological technology. By promoting high standards of professional performance, by requiring professional accountability, and by credentialing those persons who seek to provide radiological technology under the title of radiologic technologists, and by regulating all persons utilizing ionizing radiation on human beings this chapter identifies those practitioners who have achieved a particular level of competency. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to require that individual or group policies or contracts of an insurance carrier, health care service contractor, or health maintenance organization provide benefits or coverage for services and supplies provided by a person certified under this chapter.The legislature finds and declares that this chapter conforms to the guidelines, terms, and definitions for the credentialing of health or health-related professions specified under chapter 18.120 RCW.[ 2008 c 246 § 1; 1991 c 222 § 1; 1987 c 412 § 1.]
WA Rev Code § 18.84.030 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.84 - Radiologic Technologists.|18.84.030 - Registration or certificate required.

RCW 18.84.030 Registration or certificate required.No person may practice radiologic technology without being registered or certified under this chapter, unless that person is a licensed practitioner as defined in *RCW 18.84.020(3). A person represents himself or herself to the public as a certified radiologic technologist when that person adopts or uses a title or description of services that incorporates one or more of the following items or designations:(1) Certified radiologic technologist or CRT, for persons so certified under this chapter;(2) Certified radiologic therapy technologist, CRTT, or CRT, for persons certified in the therapeutic field;(3) Certified radiologic diagnostic technologist, CRDT, or CRT, for persons certified in the diagnostic field; (4) Certified nuclear medicine technologist, CNMT, or CRT, for persons certified as nuclear medicine technologists; or(5) Certified radiologist assistant or CRA for persons certified as radiologist assistants.[ 2008 c 246 § 3; 1991 c 222 § 3; 1987 c 412 § 2.]NOTES:*Reviser's note: RCW 18.84.020 was alphabetized pursuant to RCW 1.08.015(2)(k), changing subsection (3) to subsection (5).
WA Rev Code § 18.84.040 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.84 - Radiologic Technologists.|18.84.040 - Powers of secretary—Application of uniform disciplinary act.

RCW 18.84.040 Powers of secretary—Application of uniform disciplinary act.(1) In addition to any other authority provided by law, the secretary may:(a) Adopt rules, in accordance with chapter 34.05 RCW, necessary to implement this chapter;(b) Set all registration, certification, and renewal fees in accordance with RCW 43.70.250;(c) Establish forms and procedures necessary to administer this chapter;(d) Evaluate and designate those schools from which graduation will be accepted as proof of an applicant's eligibility to receive a certificate;(e) Determine whether alternative methods of training are equivalent to formal education, and to establish forms, procedures, and criteria for evaluation of an applicant's alternative training to determine the applicant's eligibility to receive a certificate;(f) Issue a certificate to any applicant who has met the education, training, examination, and conduct requirements for certification; and(g) Issue a registration to an applicant who meets the requirement for a registration.(2) The secretary may hire clerical, administrative, and investigative staff as needed to implement this chapter.(3) The uniform disciplinary act, chapter 18.130 RCW, governs the issuance and denial of registrations and certifications, unregistered and uncertified practice, and the discipline of registrants and certificants under this chapter. The secretary is the disciplining authority under this chapter.[ 2009 c 560 § 17; 2008 c 246 § 4; 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 506; 1991 c 222 § 11; 1991 c 3 § 205; 1987 c 412 § 5.]NOTES:Intent—Effective date—Disposition of property and funds—Assignment/delegation of contractual rights or duties—2009 c 560: See notes following RCW 18.06.080.Severability—Headings and captions not law—Effective date—1994 sp.s. c 9: See RCW 18.79.900 through 18.79.902.