new text begin [148B.331] GUEST LICENSURE.
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new text begin Subdivision 1. new text end

new text begin Generally. new text end

new text begin (a) A nonresident of the state of Minnesota who is not seeking
licensure in Minnesota and intends to practice in Minnesota must apply to the board for
guest licensure. An applicant must apply for guest licensure at least 30 days prior to the
expected date of practice in Minnesota and is subject to approval by the board or its designee.
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new text begin (b) To be eligible for licensure under this section, the applicant must:
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new text begin (1) have a license, certification, or registration in good standing to practice marriage and
family therapy from another jurisdiction;
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new text begin (2) have a graduate degree in marriage and family therapy from a regionally accredited
institution or a degree in a related field from a regionally accredited institution with completed
coursework meeting the educational requirements provided in Minnesota Rules, part
5300.0140, subpart 2;
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new text begin (3) be of good moral character;
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new text begin (4) have no pending complaints or active disciplinary or corrective actions in any
jurisdiction;
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new text begin (5) submit the required fee and complete the criminal background check according to
section 214.075; and
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new text begin (6) pay a fee to the board in the amount set forth in section 148B.392.
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new text begin (c) A license issued under this section is valid for one year from the date of issuance
and allows practice by the nonresident for a maximum of five months. The months in which
the nonresident may practice under the license must be consecutive. A guest license is not
renewable, but the nonresident may reapply for guest licensure, subject to continued eligibility
under paragraph (b), following expiration of a guest license.
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new text begin Subd. 2. new text end

new text begin Other professional activity. new text end

new text begin Notwithstanding subdivision 1, a nonresident of
the state of Minnesota who is not seeking licensure in Minnesota may serve as an expert
witness, organizational consultant, presenter, or educator without obtaining guest licensure,
provided the nonresident is appropriately trained, educated, or has been issued a license,
certificate, or registration by another jurisdiction.
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new text begin Subd. 3. new text end

new text begin Prohibitions and sanctions. new text end

new text begin A person's privilege to practice under this section
is subject to the prohibitions and sanctions for unprofessional or unethical conduct contained
in Minnesota laws and rules for marriage and family therapy under this chapter.
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