Section R277-313-2 - Definitions(1) "Counseling" means a method used by school counselors, school psychologists, and school social workers to assist individuals and groups in learning how to solve problems, develop coping strategies, and make decisions about personal, health, social, emotional, behavioral, educational, vocational, financial, and other interpersonal concerns.(2) "Practicing mental health therapy" has the same meaning as set forth in Subsection 58-60-102(7).(3) "Psychoeducation" means the process of providing education and information to those seeking or receiving mental health services and their family members.(4) "Psychological services" includes: (a) administering psychological and education assessments, and other assessment procedures;(b) interpreting assessment results;(c) obtaining, integrating, and interpreting information about student behavior and conditions relating to learning;(d) consulting with other staff members in planning school programs to meet the special educational needs of student as indicated by psychological assessments, interviews, direct observation, and behavioral evaluations;(e) planning and managing a program of psychological services, including psychological counseling for students and parents; and(f) assisting in developing positive behavior intervention strategies.(5) "Student support license areas" means the following license areas of concentration:(b) school psychologist; and(c) school social worker.Utah Admin. Code R277-313-2
Adopted by Utah State Bulletin Number 2022-20, effective 10/11/2022