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 (Repealed effective July 1, 2016.)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 (Repealed effective July 1, 2016.)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.