New Occupations Added to Guide for Licensure Portability

The Multi-Discipline Licensure Resource Project is an effort supported by HRSA to improve licensure portability for health care professions working between states and for people who are geographically isolated.  Previously, the site provided guidance for four disciplines: Psychology, Social Work, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy.  New disciplines have been added: Counseling, Dentistry, Dietitians, Emergency Medical Services, Physician Assistants, Nursing, Advanced Practice Nursing, and School Psychologists.

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