ORS 675.110
Powers of board

  • rules
  • fees

In addition to the powers otherwise granted under ORS 675.010 (Definitions for ORS 675.010 to 675.150) to 675.150 (Enforcement procedures), the Oregon Board of Psychology has all powers necessary or proper to:

(1)

Determine qualifications of applicants to practice psychology in this state, prepare, conduct and grade examinations and license qualified applicants who comply with the provisions of ORS 675.010 (Definitions for ORS 675.010 to 675.150) to 675.150 (Enforcement procedures) and the rules of the board.

(2)

Grant or deny renewal of licenses and renew licenses that have lapsed for nonpayment of the renewal fee, subject to the provisions of ORS 675.010 (Definitions for ORS 675.010 to 675.150) to 675.150 (Enforcement procedures).

(3)

Suspend or revoke licenses, subject to ORS 675.010 (Definitions for ORS 675.010 to 675.150) to 675.150 (Enforcement procedures).

(4)

Issue letters of reprimand and impose probationary periods with the authority to restrict the scope of practice of a licensed psychologist or to require practice under supervision.

(5)

Impose civil penalties as provided in ORS 675.070 (Authorized sanctions).

(6)

Restore licenses that have been suspended or revoked or voided by nonpayment of the renewal fee.

(7)

Collect fees for application, examination and licensing of applicants, for renewal of licenses and for issuance of limited permits and use the fees to defray the expenses of the board as provided in ORS 675.140 (Oregon Board of Psychology Account).

(8)

Collect a delinquent renewal fee for licenses renewed after the deadline for renewal but before the grace period for renewal has expired.

(9)

Investigate alleged violations of ORS 675.010 (Definitions for ORS 675.010 to 675.150) to 675.150 (Enforcement procedures).

(10)

Issue subpoenas for the attendance of witnesses, take testimony, administer oaths or affirmations to witnesses, conduct hearings and require the production of relevant documents in all proceedings pertaining to the duties and powers of the board.

(11)

Enforce ORS 675.010 (Definitions for ORS 675.010 to 675.150) to 675.150 (Enforcement procedures) and exercise general supervision over the practice of psychology in this state.

(12)

Adopt a common seal.

(13)

Formulate a code of professional conduct for the practice of psychology giving particular consideration to the Ethical Standards of Psychologists promulgated by the American Psychological Association.

(14)

Establish standards of service and training and educational qualifications for rendering ethical psychological services in this state, including the formulation of standards for the issuance of licenses for areas of special competence.

(15)

Formulate and enforce continuing education requirements for duly licensed psychologists to ensure the highest quality of professional services to the public.

(16)

Deny renewal of a license, or renewal of a license that has lapsed for nonpayment of the renewal fee, unless the applicant completes, or provides documentation of completion within the previous 36 months of:

(a)

A one-hour pain management education program approved by the board and developed based on recommendations of the Pain Management Commission; or

(b)

An equivalent pain management education program, as determined by the board.

(17)

For the purpose of requesting a state or nationwide criminal records check under ORS 181A.195 (Criminal records check), require the fingerprints of a person who is:

(a)

Applying for a license that is issued by the board;

(b)

Applying for renewal of a license that is issued by the board; or

(c)

Under investigation by the board.

(18)

Prescribe, in consultation with the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists, the duties of the Director of the Mental Health Regulatory Agency.

(19)

Subject to the applicable provisions of ORS chapter 183, adopt reasonable rules to carry out the provisions of ORS 675.010 (Definitions for ORS 675.010 to 675.150) to 675.150 (Enforcement procedures). [1963 c.396 §12; 1973 c.39 §1; 1973 c.777 §12; 1983 c.289 §1; 1985 c.90 §10; 2001 c.987 §12; 2003 c.630 §§1,2; 2005 c.730 §§62,63; 2007 c.94 §1; 2011 c.96 §1; 2017 c.6 §16; 2017 c.104 §13; 2021 c.50 §4]

Source: Section 675.110 — Powers of board; rules; fees, https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors675.­html.

Notes of Decisions

Board of Psychologist Examiners was not required to further define, through rulemaking, ethical standard which petitioner-psychologist was found to have violated through sexual relationships with patients and Board acted within its statutory authority in revoking petitioner’s license to practice. Gilmore v. Board of Psychologist Examiners, 81 Or App 321, 725 P2d 400 (1986), Sup Ct review denied

675.010
Definitions for ORS 675.010 to 675.150
675.020
Practice or representation as psychologist prohibited without license
675.025
Application of ORS 58.325 to 58.365
675.030
Licensing of psychologists after examination
675.040
Examinations for licensing
675.045
Examinations administered by board
675.050
Licensing without national examination
675.063
Limited permit to practice as psychologist
675.070
Authorized sanctions
675.075
Confidentiality of information obtained under ORS 675.070 or 675.085
675.085
Investigation
675.087
Continuing authority of board upon lapse, suspension, revocation or voluntary surrender of license
675.090
Application of ORS 675.010 to 675.150
675.100
Oregon Board of Psychology
675.110
Powers of board
675.115
How fees determined
675.130
Officers
675.140
Oregon Board of Psychology Account
675.145
Duty to report prohibited conduct
675.150
Enforcement procedures
675.160
Mental Health Regulatory Agency
675.163
Definitions for ORS 675.160 to 675.178
675.166
Agency oversight
675.169
Responsibilities of agency
675.172
Agency expenses
675.175
Rules
675.178
Agency director appointment
675.210
Definitions for ORS 675.210 to 675.340
675.220
Representation as occupational therapist or therapy assistant prohibited without license
675.222
Employing unlicensed person prohibited
675.230
Application for licensing
675.240
Qualifications for licensing as occupational therapist
675.250
Qualifications for licensing as occupational therapy assistant
675.270
Licensing without examination
675.280
License period
675.290
License renewal procedure
675.300
Grounds and procedures for denial, refusal to renew, suspension or revocation of license
675.310
Occupational Therapy Licensing Board
675.320
Powers of board
675.330
Occupational Therapy Licensing Board Account
675.332
Duty to report prohibited conduct
675.335
Investigation of alleged violations
675.336
Civil penalties
675.340
Enforcement procedure
675.365
Definitions for ORS 675.365 to 675.410
675.368
Application of ORS 675.365 to 675.410
675.370
Unauthorized practice or use of title prohibited
675.375
Certification
675.380
Reciprocal certification
675.382
Exceptions from requirements of ORS 675.365 to 675.410
675.384
Exception from mental health professional licensure requirement
675.385
Disciplinary authority of Health Licensing Office
675.390
Confidentiality of communication by clients
675.395
Sexual Offense Treatment Board
675.400
Duties of board
675.410
Duties of Health Licensing Office under ORS 675.365 to 675.410
675.510
Definitions for ORS 675.510 to 675.600
675.520
Use of title prohibited without license
675.523
License or certification required to practice clinical social work
675.530
License
675.531
Temporary authorizations
675.532
Registration for practice of baccalaureate social work
675.533
Licensure for practice of master’s social work
675.535
Examination
675.537
Certification as clinical social work associate
675.540
Grounds for disciplinary action
675.545
Effect of revocation of authorization
675.550
Reissuance of authorization to practice
675.560
When authorization to practice effective
675.565
Continuing education
675.571
Fees
675.580
Confidentiality of communication by client
675.583
Duty to report evidence of impairment or unprofessional or prohibited conduct
675.585
Investigation of alleged violations
675.590
State Board of Licensed Social Workers
675.595
General powers of board
675.597
State Board of Licensed Social Workers Account
675.600
Duties of board
675.650
Oregon Health Authority duties regarding behavioral health care workforce training, endorsements, certifications
675.653
Behavioral Health Incentive Subaccount
675.655
Oregon Health Authority duties regarding incentives for recruitment, retention of behavioral health care workforce
675.658
Supervision grant program for certain behavioral health care providers
675.661
Employer to pay supervision costs for certain behavioral health care providers
675.664
Oregon Health Authority duties regarding behavioral health care workforce investments
675.705
Definitions for ORS 675.715 to 675.835
675.715
Application
675.720
Registered associate
675.725
Annual license
675.735
Reciprocal license
675.745
Grounds for denial, suspension or revocation of license or refusal to issue license
675.755
Professional disclosure statement required
675.765
Confidentiality of information
675.775
Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists
675.785
Powers and duties of board
675.795
Board meeting
675.805
Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists Account
675.810
Authorized practice names
675.815
Duty to report prohibited conduct
675.825
Prohibited practices
675.835
Injunctive proceedings
675.850
Prohibition on practice of conversion therapy
675.990
Penalties
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