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. Specifically, the bill deletes the requirement for a "national proctored examination approved by the board" and inserts a requirement for a "uniform competence assessment examination of social work knowledge, skills, and abilities approved by the New Hampshire board of mental health practice." This change aims to standardize the assessment process for social work associates in the state.

The amendments are reflected in RSA 330-A:18-c, I(a)(5) and I(b)(5), where the previous examination requirement is removed and replaced with 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.

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