Child life specialists licensure establishment, rulemaking permittance, and civil and criminal penalties provisions

SF 3530 establishes a state licensure requirement for certified child life specialists in Minnesota, effective July 1, 2029. It requires individuals to hold a valid license from the Board of Social Work to practice independently or provide services to Minnesota residents, meaning they must first be certified by the Child Life Certification Commission and meet the Board's standards. The Board will set rules for licensure, continuing education, and disciplinary actions, and must create an advisory council by January 1, 2028. Violations of these rules may result in civil or criminal penalties.