Washington Administrative Code
2024 Archive

Chapter 246-821 WAC
Last Update: 10/16/24

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SUPPORT SPECIALIST
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WAC Sections
GENERAL
246-821-010Definitions.
246-821-020Administrative procedures and requirements.
246-821-025Behavioral health support specialist application requirements.
EDUCATION
246-821-100BHSS required education.
246-821-110BHSS competencies and clinical skills.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
246-821-200Supervised experience requirements.
246-821-210Practicum supervision requirements.
246-821-215BHSS practicum supervisor requirements.
EXAMINATION
246-821-300Examination requirements.
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFIED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SUPPORT SPECIALIST
246-821-400Professional standards for certified BHSS.
246-821-405Ethical standards.
246-821-410Clinical supervisors.
246-821-420Required client disclosure information.
CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
246-821-500Continuing education requirements.
246-821-505Additional training requirements.
246-821-510Qualifying continuing education and other professional development activities.
246-821-520Industry-recognized organizations or institutions of higher learning.
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
246-821-800Standards for educational programs.
246-821-810Approval process for educational programs.
246-821-811Legacy clause for programs operating prior to 2025.
FEES
246-821-900Expired credential.
246-821-990Behavioral health support specialistFees and renewal cycle.