This information was obtained from Florida’s Department of Health’s website: To be licensed as a Clinical Social Worker in Florida you must have: 1. A master’s degree in social work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited school of social work. 2. Completed 24 semester hours or 32 quarter hours in theory of […]
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9
Feb
Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation “Stings” Unlicensed Contractors Advertising Via Internet
The following information was obtained from Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s website for December, 2011: TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s Division of Regulation (DBPR) conducted a sting this week that targeted unlicensed contractors performing electrical and/or construction work in the Jacksonville area. As a result of the sting, […]
27
Jan
Florida Requirements for CPA’s License
The following information appeared on Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s website under ‘Division of Certified Public Accountants.’ FLORIDA’S REQUIREMENTS FOR CPA LICENSURE PASS ALL FOUR PARTS OF CPA EXAMINATION: with at least a 75% within 18 month rolling period. ONE YEAR WORK EXPERIENCE: Must be under the supervision of a licensed CPA (This […]
26
Jan
Florida’s Intervention Project for Nurses (IPN)
The following information appears on Florida’s Department of Health website: Intervention Project for Nurses (IPN) was established in 1984 through legislative action to ensure public health and safety through a program that provides close monitoring of nurses who are unsafe to practice due to impairment as a result of misuse or abuse of alcohol or […]
28
Oct
Florida Nurses and Reporting DWIs/DUIs and Other Crimes on Applications
Q: What crimes or license discipline must be reported on the application(for Florida Nurses)? A: Except for minor traffic violations not related to the use of drugs or alcohol, all convictions, guilty pleas and nolo contendere pleas must be reported, even if adjudication is withheld,. This includes misdemeanors, felonies, “driving while intoxicated […]
27
Oct
Florida Real Estate/Appraisal Boards and DUIs
The following question and answer appeared on the Florida Realtor’s Website: Q: I am a real estate broker and an appraiser. I just entered a plea of nolo contendere to DUI (a misdemeanor). Is there a duty to report this misdemeanor to the Florida Real Estate Commission or the Florida Real Estate Appraisal Board? A: […]
4
May
Florida Board of Nursing 2011 Dates and Locations
May 13, 2011 Meeting and Long-range Policy Planning Session: Orlando Rosen Shingle Creek 9939 Universal Boulevard | Orlando 32819 (407) 996- 9939 Agenda Deadline: April 13, 2011 June 1-3, 2011 Embassy Suites Jacksonville Baymeadows 9300 Baymeadows Road | Jacksonville 32256 (904) 731-3555 Agenda Deadline: May 3, 2011 August 3-5, 2011 Embassy Suites – USF/Busch […]
18
Apr
Florida Licensed Electrical and Alarm Contractors
On Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulations website the definitions are as follows: An Electrical Contractor installs, repairs, alters, adds to, or designs electrical wiring, fixtures, or appliances, which generate, transmit, transform, or utilize electrical energy for compensation. An alarm contractor lays out, fabricates, installs, maintains, alters, repairs, monitors, inspects, replaces, or services alarm […]
15
Apr
When is a License Required to Sell Real Estate in Florida?
The following guidlines were obtained from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulations (DBPR) website. It is meant to be a guide, it is not all inclusive. Real Estate Broker is defined as an individual or entity that performs the services of real estate on behalf of another person, for compensation. The term “real estate” […]
13
Apr
Exemptions for Florida RNs, LPNs and CNAs
On Florida’s Department of Health’s website it states that background screening for employment purposes may be required for the Registered Nurse (RN), License Practical Nurse (LPN) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) depending on their place of employment. It is the responsibility of the employer to meet this requirement. When this screening is required, it is pursuant […]