CO HB1228

Allows individuals with master's or doctoral degrees in marriage and family therapy to register as licensure candidates even if their degree program did not include a practicum or internship, effective for applications on or after March 1, 2027

Requires candidates without a practicum/internship to complete 2,200 total supervised clinical hours (the standard 1,500 hours plus an additional 700 hours) before becoming a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT)

Maintains existing requirements for candidates whose degree programs included a practicum or internship: 1,500 supervised clinical hours of face-to-face direct client contact

Permits clinical supervision to be conducted in person or through telesupervision

Takes effect August 12, 2026, assuming the legislative session adjourns May 13, 2026, unless subject to a referendum petition