This bill amends the initial licensure requirements for licensed social work associates in New Hampshire by replacing the existing national proctored examination with a new uniform competence assessment examination. The new examination will evaluate social work knowledge, skills, and abilities and must be approved by the New Hampshire board of mental health practice. Specifically, the language in RSA 330-A:18-c, I(a)(5) and I(b)(5) is modified to reflect this change, removing the requirement for a national proctored examination and inserting the new assessment criteria.

The bill is set to take effect 60 days after its passage, with an approval date of May 14, 2025, and an effective date of July 13, 2025. This change aims to standardize the assessment process for social work associates in the state, ensuring that the evaluation aligns with the specific competencies required for practice in New Hampshire.

Statutes affected:
As Amended by the House: 330-A:18-c
Version adopted by both bodies: 330-A:18-c
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 330-A:18-c