Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling

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The MQA FY 24-25 Annual Report and Long-Range Plan is Here!

The MQA FY 24-25 Annual Report and Long-Range Plan is Here!

Check out the report on the MQA Reports and Publications page to see how MQA is advancing its mission to make Florida the healthiest state in the nation.

2025 Bills Impacting Health Care Professions

2025 Bills Impacting Health Care Professions

Check the link above to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2025 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.

New Background Screening Requirements Now Effective

New Background Screening Requirements Now Effective

Cleared to Care Launched July 1!

Are You Cleared to Care?

Are You Cleared to Care?

Watch this webinar to guide you
through background screening requirements.

Fraud Alert: Protect Your License

Fraud Alert: Protect Your License

Scammers are targeting Florida health care practitioners by impersonating MQA. Be aware of fake emails, spoofed websites, and phone calls demanding payment or personal info. Learn How to Report a Scam

Reframing the future of health care for underserved Floridians

Reframing the future of health care for underserved Floridians

Need assistance with repaying your student loans? FRAME participants may receive up to $75,000 for service in Florida’s underserved communities.

Florida is a Member of the Counseling Compact

Florida is a Member of the Counseling Compact

Florida will begin accepting applications in the fall. Click here to access information about the Counseling Compact.

Become a Volunteer

Become a Volunteer

Volunteers are vital to the Florida Department of Health’s mission to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through community efforts.

A Tool to Report Health Care Provider Complaints

A Tool to Report Health Care Provider Complaints

The Complaint Portal is a way for consumers to find the correct agency to submit health care complaints in an electronic and secure format.

Honoring Service Beyond the Uniform

Honoring Service Beyond the Uniform

See how MQA streamlines licensure for those who have sacrificed the most and explore veteran stories, military licensure trends, and more!

The MQA FY 23-24 Annual Report and Long-Range Plan is Here!

The MQA FY 23-24 Annual Report and Long-Range Plan is Here!

Check out the report on the MQA Reports and Publications page to see how MQA is advancing its mission to make Florida the healthiest state in the nation.

2024 Bills Impacting Health Care Professions

2024 Bills Impacting Health Care Professions

Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2024 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.

A New Licensure Experience for Health Care Practitioners

A New Licensure Experience for Health Care Practitioners

E-licensing demonstrates the commitment of the Department to expedite
licensure and verification processes. Learn more by clicking here!

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Registered Marriage and Family Therapy Intern

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern

Certified Master Social Worker

Qualified Supervisors for Registered Interns

Continuing Education

Locate board approved CE Courses for your profession.

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