Rhode Island General Laws Title 5. Businesses and Professions § 5-39.1-7. Powers and duties of the board

(1) Examine and pass on the qualifications of all applicants for licensure under this chapter, and recommend to the director that a license shall be issued to each qualified successful applicant, attesting to the applicant's professional qualification to practice as a “licensed clinical social worker” or a “licensed independent clinical social worker”;

(2) Approve, oversee, and be responsible for all examinations for licensure under this chapter;

(3) Recommend that the director adopt rules and regulations that set professional practice standards for LCSWs and LICSWs;

(4) Establish standards for the continuing education of social workers;

(5) Recommend modifications or amendments deemed necessary to effectuate its purpose;

(6) Be responsible for all disciplinary functions carried out regarding all licensees under this chapter; and

(7) Have any other powers that may be required to carry out the provisions of this chapter.