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

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2026 Bills Impacting Health Care Professions — 2026 Bills Impacting Health Care Professions
Check the link above to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2026 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.

Options for expiring registered interns — Options for Expiring Registered Interns
Under section 491.0045, Florida Statutes, a Registered Intern registration is valid for five (5) years and cannot be renewed. If your registration is approaching its expiration date, review the options below to determine your next step.

MQA Reports and Publications — MQA Reports and Publications
Explore the Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance’s (MQA) Reports and Publications Library.

Cleared to Care—Don't delay, get screened today! — New Background Screening Requirements Now in Effect
Get details on the updated policy and related resources.

Florida Department of Health Notification — Learn How to Report a Scam
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.

Medical team of physicians — 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.

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
Learn more about the Volunteer Health Care Provider Program.

We are listening — 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.

Medical e-Licensing — Receive Your License in Two Days with E-Licensing
E-licensing demonstrates the commitment of the Department to expedite licensure and verification processes. Learn more by clicking here!

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