Which entity has authority to approve therapists for the program?

• A. Program director
• B. Board liaisons
• C. Clinical supervisor
• D. State licensing board

Answer: (B)

The person or unit that has the authority to approve therapists for the program is the board liaisons. Their role is to act as the program’s connection to the state licensing board, handling credential verification and formal approvals needed for therapists to practice within the program. They ensure that therapists hold current licensure, meet any required supervision or credentialing standards, and align with board policies before the program designates them as approved staff.

The state licensing board sets and enforces licensure requirements for professionals, but they don’t typically approve individuals for a specific program; they license and regulate practitioners overall. The program director oversees daily operations and staffing, but the formal program-specific approval process usually rests with the board liaisons. The clinical supervisor focuses on clinical supervision and practice but does not grant program-wide credential approvals.