(a) The General Assembly finds that: (1) Neuropsychological testing services are necessary services for the citizens of the State of Arkansas in order to provide access to and inform a broad range of clinical services, psychoeducational services, and legal and quasi-legal decision-making skills, including without limitation child custody evaluations, forensic evaluations, and occupationally mandated psychological and neuropsychological evaluations; and(2) There is a workforce shortage and a need for education and training to promote the workforce pipeline for these clinical services.(b) It is the intent of this subchapter that the Arkansas Psychology Board shall approve scholarships, stipends, and incentives, such as loan repayment assistance, based on standards established by the General Assembly and the board for individuals pursuing career paths that address the workforce shortage for these clinical services.Added by Act 2023, No. 842,§ 1, eff. 8/1/2023.
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