MS HB207

Extends the repeal date of Section 43-1-55 and Section 43-27-107 from July 1, 2010 to July 1, 2012, maintaining employment standards for family protection workers and specialists.

Requires family protection workers to have a bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, nursing, family studies, or a related field, plus four weeks of intensive training and certification test passage.

Mandates that family protection workers receive at least 40 hours of specialized training in child forensic interview protocols before conducting forensic interviews of children.

Establishes a Training and Testing Advisory Council with 10 members to review the department's training and testing program for family protection workers and make recommendations.

Requires family protection specialists to hold a baccalaureate degree in social work from an accredited institution, with state licensure required for senior, advanced, and supervisory positions.