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TN Jurisprudence Exam Questions And Answers., Exams of Public Health

TN Jurisprudence Exam Questions And Answers.

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TN Jurisprudence Exam Questions And
Answers.
Board - what board is this? -
\Board for professional counselors, marital and family therapists, clinical pastoral
therapists
Actively engaged - define -
\10 or more face to face client contact hours per week:
* Teaching, supervision, and/or research in counseling for a minimum of 10 clock hours
per week OR
* Engaged in professional counseling for 10 or more client contact hours per week OR
* combination of teaching, supervision, research and practice a minimum of 10 clock
hours per week
Approved supervisor - what licensure are acceptable? -
\LPC, LMFT, LCPT, LCSW, L Psychologist w/Health Service Provider, Licensed senior
Psychological examiner, Licensed Psychiatrist. For MHSP, cannot be supervised by
LPC
How long must supervisor have been licensed? -
\5 years
what are "Clinically related activities"? -
\Workshops, trainings, supervision, treatment teams, research, leadership prep.
GRADUATE COURSEWORK REQUIRED FOR LICENSURE AND ADMINISTRATIVE
SUPERVISION IN THE WORKPLACE ARE NOT CLINICALLY-RELATED ACTIVITIES
Clinical setting - agency criteria -
\1. Public, private, community with integrated programs for delivery of clinical mental
health counseling.
2. Private space meets HIPAA req.
3. 1 or more licensed mental health professional on site minimum 20 hours, which must
overlap with applicant. Emergency plan in place.
4. Practice cannot be owned by applicant or others with multiple relationships.
5. Applicant must be an employee, or have an agreement in place - compensation paid
to agency, unless applicant has temp license.
Division - what division is this and what is its role with the Board? -
\The Division of Health Related Boards, TN Department of health, from which the board
receives administrative support.
HRB - what does it stand for? -
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Board - what board is this? - \Board for professional counselors, marital and family therapists, clinical pastoral therapists Actively engaged - define - \10 or more face to face client contact hours per week:

  • Teaching, supervision, and/or research in counseling for a minimum of 10 clock hours per week OR
  • Engaged in professional counseling for 10 or more client contact hours per week OR
  • combination of teaching, supervision, research and practice a minimum of 10 clock hours per week Approved supervisor - what licensure are acceptable? - \LPC, LMFT, LCPT, LCSW, L Psychologist w/Health Service Provider, Licensed senior Psychological examiner, Licensed Psychiatrist. For MHSP, cannot be supervised by LPC How long must supervisor have been licensed? - \5 years what are "Clinically related activities"? - \Workshops, trainings, supervision, treatment teams, research, leadership prep. GRADUATE COURSEWORK REQUIRED FOR LICENSURE AND ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISION IN THE WORKPLACE ARE NOT CLINICALLY-RELATED ACTIVITIES Clinical setting - agency criteria - \1. Public, private, community with integrated programs for delivery of clinical mental health counseling.
  1. Private space meets HIPAA req.
  2. 1 or more licensed mental health professional on site minimum 20 hours, which must overlap with applicant. Emergency plan in place.
  3. Practice cannot be owned by applicant or others with multiple relationships.
  4. Applicant must be an employee, or have an agreement in place - compensation paid to agency, unless applicant has temp license. Division - what division is this and what is its role with the Board? - \The Division of Health Related Boards, TN Department of health, from which the board receives administrative support. HRB - what does it stand for? -

\Health Related Boards Practice of Professional Counseling WITHOUT MHSP - what can they do? What can they NOT do? - \Cannot treat mental, emotional, adjustment disorders. Only treat marital problems, parent-child problems, child and adolescent behavior, other family circumstances, other interpersonal problems, phase of life problems, occupational problems, uncomplicated bereavement. CAN administer assessments used to measure aptitude, achievements, or interests. CANNOT administer those to assess personality, abnormal behavior, or individual intelligence tests. Practice of Counseling WITH MHSP - what can they do? What can they NOT do? - \Facilitate human development through life span, prevent, diagnose, and treat mental, emotional or behavioral disorders Conduct assessments and diagnoses for purpose of establishing treatment goals/objectives Plan, implement, and evaluate treatment plans. Testing NOT to be labeled "Psychological" testing. Professional Experience - define - \Minimum of 10 client contact hours per week, and practice of counseling EXCLUDING volunteer hours Group Supervision - define - \3-8 participants. No more than 50 hours total (out of 150 required) Triadic Supervision - define - \2 participants, plus supervisor. All 150 can be triadic. Professional Counselor by examination - what are the requirements? - \1. Must be 18

  1. Evidence of high moral character
  2. Education - 60 hours of grad education, must be CACREP or Southern Association of Colleges and schools
  3. Minimum 2 years supervised post master experience - not less than 10 hours per week, and not less than 50 hours supervision per year
  4. Pass exams Upgrading from CPC or CAC to LPC - what are the requirements? - \Copy of current renewal certificate, and
  5. verification of certification by NBCC
  6. OR Verification of 5 years experience as CPC
  7. OR following Professional Counseling by Examination rules above *CAC can show PES examination rather than NCE

\Supporting documents must be received in the board's office within 60 days of receipt of your application, or your file will be closed. Things to include in LPC licensure application: - \1. Fee

  1. Verification of practicum/internship
  2. Certified copy of birth certificate
  3. Photograph showing full head from the top of shoulders up
  4. Graduate transcript - sent directly from the institution to the board
  5. Worksheet showing course work
  6. Two recent (within last 12 months) letters from professionals showing good moral character - on letterhead
  7. Evidence of minimum 2 years supervised experience
  8. NCE exam results - sent directly from NBCC
  9. Disclosure of law violations, denial of cert/lic, loss of cert/lic, civil suits
  10. Criminal background check (performed by vendor listed in application)
  • NO PERSONAL RESUMES LPC by Upgrade - what does this require in the application, different from the standard application? - \Current CPC certificate, with 5 years experience LPC by reciprocity - what does this require in the application, different from standard application? - \1. Must be from a state with mutual reciprocity
  1. Original cert/lic, and Renewal certificate from the other state
  2. Cert/lic rules and law from other state at the time that applicant was credentialed LPC with MHSP - what is required in the application, different from standard application? - \1. 9 course hours pertaining to diagnosis, treatment, appraisal, and assessment
  3. NCMHCE scores - sent directly from the NBCC Temporary License for LPC-MHSP - What is required for application? - \1. Application and fee
  4. Proposed supervisor and a copy of the supervisory agreement/employment contract
  • Do NOT need to have already passed NCMHCE/TN Jurisprudence exams
  • Only valid for 3 years. May not be renewed. How would a temporary license become invalid? - \1. Expiration of 3 years w/o regular license
  1. Failure to continue supervision
  2. Change of supervisors without notifying board, submitting credentials, and getting approval. If a temporary license is revoked, how long does the applicant have to return it? -

\10 days. Applicant is expected to cause his supervisor to notify the board of any reason he is aware that the license should become invalid. How much are the Application, Renewal, State Regulatory, Temporary License, and MHSP upgrade fees? - \1. Application - $

  1. Renewal - $115 (every 2 years)
  2. State regulatory - $10 (every 2 years)
  3. Temp lic - $
  4. MHSP Upgrade - $ If an application is deemed incomplete, how long does the applicant have to complete the requirements for licensure? - \6 months, and then the file will be closed (abandonment of application). A new application would need to be submitted. After being deemed eligible to sit for the NCE/NCMHCE/TN Jurisprudence exams, how long does the applicant have to take and pass these exams? - \12 months *Nora: I presume this means that if you sit for the exam and fail it, but have already submitted your application materials, you have up to 12 months to pass it????? Ask the group....?? See pg 24 in Rules and Regulations How often is license renewal due and when does it occur? - \Every 2 years, by the last day of the licensee's birthday. (for me, end of August, every 2 years) If your license has expired, what do you need to provide in order to get reinstated? - \1. Payment of past due fees
  5. Payment of late fee
  6. Evidence of completion of continuing education requirements. How many supervision hours (out of 150) must be provided by LPC-MHSP? - \75. Additional 75 can be provided by non-MHSP If the Code of Ethics and the State of TN have different requirements, which one takes precedence? - \State of TN Training for supervisors - Supervisors must complete one or more of the following: - \1. College or univ class specific to supervision of counseling
  7. Supervision certificate by either AAMFT, AAPC, NBCC, Any other board-approved
  8. 12 contact hours related to counseling supervision
  9. 3 clock hours every 2 years related to counseling supervision What are the minimum requirements for regular direct supervision hours? -

CE - How long does the individual have to respond to an audit request from the board? - \15 days If you use a program as evidence of attendance at CE, what else must you provide? - \Two or more of the following:

  • registration receipt
  • signed program
  • cancelled check
  • hotel bill
  • name badge
  • original letter on official stationary, signed by professional associate at the event How much CE is a graduate class worth? - \One semester credit hour is worth 10 clock hours for CE If a CE provider is not pre-approved, what must they do to obtain approval for a new course? - \1. Deliver documentation about course to the board 30 days prior to board meeting PRECEDING the course. Documentation includes:
  • course description/outline
  • names of lecturers
  • resume of all lecturers
  • hours of CE
  • date
  • materials to be used
  • how verification of attendance is documented What must an individual do to obtain course approval? - \1. Submit course documentation (same as listed for CE providers) 30 days before meeting PRECEDING course
  1. Submit course evaluation form to the board within 30 days of completing the course what activities will NOT be counted as CE? - \1. Regular work activities, administrative meetings, etc.
  2. membership in boards, committees, professional organizations, speeches
  3. Training related to agency policy and procedures
  4. Non-counseling content courses
  5. Independent unstructured or self-learning what are the continuing education requirements for someone whose license has been retired? - \1. If retired without incident, completion of 10 hours of continuing education during the past 12 months
  1. If revoked due to negligence of CE compliance, all CE must be completed, as if the license had not been revoked (hours accumulate at same rate as non-revoked lic.). Required CE must have been begun and completed within 12 months.
  2. If expired, all continuing ed must be completed as if the license had been active. How does one's license become retired (as opposed to expired)? - \ASK THE STUDY GROUP! Why would the board grant a waiver of CE? - \If the applicant can show that compliance is beyond the physical or mental capabilities of the person seeking a waiver. Waiver request must be submitted before CE is due. Waiver is only effective for the calendar year for which it is sought. If a licensee is notified that they are not in compliance with CE requirements, how long do they have to respond to the board? - \30 days to show compliance with all lawful requirements for retention of the cert/lic How does one submit evidence of professional experience? - \Verification on official letterhead from supervisors or other professional colleagues familiar with the applicant's work. The verifications must specify the number of actual client-therapist hours per week, the methodology utilized, and the types of clients and problems. Discipline: Advisory Censure - \Informal and advisory - written action for minor or near infractions Discipline: Formal Censure or Reprimand - \Formal - written action for a one time and less severe violation Discipline: Probation - \Formal - places professional counselor on close scrutiny for fixed period of time. May be combined with conditions Discipline: Certification/Licensure Suspension - \Formal - Suspends an individuals right to practice for a fixed period of time. Discipline: Cert/Lic Revocation - \Formal - most severe - removes individual from the practice and terminates license. Must last at least 1 year. Board may allow reinstatement with conditions Discipline: Civil Penalty - \Monetary disciplinary action What must the cert/lic holder do to lift the disciplinary action? - \Petition and appear before the board, after the duration and all conditions of disciplinary penalties have been met

What are some of the considerations of the board when assessing civil penalties? - \1. Whether the dollar amount will be a substantial economic deterrent

  1. The circumstances surrounding the violation
  2. the severity, risk, and harm to the public
  3. Economic benefits gained as result of non-compliance
  4. Interest of the public What types of actions might be enforced during an informal settlement? - * Mandatory education
  • Submission of reports/documentation
  • Conditioning of the individual's activities regarding his practice in TN What do you need to provide if you require a duplicate or replacement cert/lic? - \Written request documenting the circumstance of the loss or destruction of the original. Must be signed and notarized. How soon must you submit name and/or address changes? - \30 days What must a counselor provide if a client requests client records? - \A complete copy OR a summary of the records. It will be the provider's option as to whether copies or summaries are provided. How many members serve on the board? -
    What is the makeup of the board? - \2 LPCs or CPCs 2 LMFTs 1 citizen How are the board members determined? - \Appointed by the governor, to serve for staggered terms of 5 years. How many board members constitute quorum? -
    What are the roles of the board? - \1. Adopt/revise rules/regs
  1. Adopt/admin exams
  2. Examine/approve/deny/renew licenses
  3. Establish CE requirements
  4. Appointment designee to help with duties
  5. Conduct hearings What can a board consultant do? -

\1. Recommend disciplinary action

  1. Recommend terms for informal settlement
  2. Anything else as requested/approved by majority vote If you have a question that require a board hearing or vote, when must the question be received? - \14 days before the board meeting When would complaints against an LPC become public information? - \Only after the filing of a notice of charges by the Department of Health Where should complaints be sent? - \To the Investigations Section of Health Related Boards what is the threshold amount below which medical malpractice judgments need NOT be reported? - $10, What are the convictions that must be reported, according to the Health Care Consumer Right-To-Know Act of 1998? - \1. Felony conviction
  3. Misdemeanors involving:
  • sex
  • alcohol/drugs
  • physical injury or threat of injury
  • abuse or neglect of minor, spouse, elderly
  • fraud/theft How long must one hold onto physical copies of any and all advertisements? - \2 years from the date of last broadcast/publication Licensees shall not compensate employees of press, radio, television, or other communication media in return for publicity in a new item. T/F? - \TRUE Autonomy - define - \Fostering the right to control the direction of one's life No maledicente - define - \Avoiding actions that cause harm Beneficence - define - \Working for the good of the individual and society by promoting mental health and well- being Justice - define -

What is the rule about engaging in counseling with friends or family members? - \Counselors are prohibited from engaging in counseling relationships with friends or family members with whom they have an inability to remain objective. What is the rule about Virtual relationships with current clients? - \Counselors are prohibited from engaging in personal virtual (SoCal media, etc.) relationships with current clients. What is the rule regarding previous relationships (casual, distant, mutual membership in organization, community, professional sphere)? - \Counselors consider the risks and benefits. When they take these clients, they take appropriate professional precautions to ensure that judgment is not impaired. (Informed consent, consultation, supervision, documentation) Boundary extensions - what should a counselor do if they choose to extend boundaries beyond the counseling relationship (attending wedding/graduation, visiting family member in hospital, etc)? - \Consider risks/benefits, document prior to interaction (if possible) the rationale, potential risks and benefits, anticipated consequences. If harm occurs, counselor must show evidence of attempt to remedy such harm. What are some examples of role changes in the professional relationship which would require informed consent? - * individual to family counseling

  • evaluative to a therapeutic role
  • counselor to a mediator What is a counselors' role with advocacy? - \Counselors advocate to help with growth and development of clients. Prior consent is required. What does the code of ethics say about self-referral? - \Counselors at an organization do not refer clients to their private practice, unless this is explicitly laid out as part of the policy of the organization. In all cases, other options are also presented. what does the ACA coe say about Fee splitting? - \Counselors do not participate in fee-splitting, commissions, rebates, or other remuneration when referring clients for professional services. What does the ACA code say about bartering? - \Counselors may barter ONLY if it doesn't result in exploitation, the client requests it, and if bartering is an accepted practice in the community. Consider cultural implications.

Can clients refer prospective and current clients based solely on the counselor's personally held values, attitudes, and beliefs? - \No. Counselors must respect the diversity in clients and seek training when necessary. When should counselors terminate a counseling relationship? - * when it becomes apparent that the client no longer needs assistance, is not being helped, or is being harmed by the continuation. Counselors may terminate counseling when in jeopardy of harm by the client or another person with whom the client is involved, or if the client does not pay agreed fees. when should a counselor request private information from clients? - \Only when it is beneficial to the counseling process When does the requirement of confidentiality not apply? - \When disclosure is required to protect clients or identified others from serious and foreseeable harm, r when legal requirements demand that information must be revealed. What does the code say about confidentiality in end-of-life decisions? - \Counselors with terminally ill individuals who are considering hastening their own deaths have the OPTION to maintain confidentiality, depending on the applicable laws and specific circumstances. Counselors must also seek consultation or supervision on this. Are there exceptions for Contagious, life-threatening diseases? - \Yes. Counselors may be justified in disclosing this information to identifiable third parties, if they are known to be at serious and foreseeable risk of contracting it. Counselors must assess the intent of clients to inform, and must adhere to relevant state laws concerning disclosure.